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Anwar Ali (poet)
Anwar Ali (born 1 July 1966), also known Anvar Ali, is an Indian poet and lyricist writing in Malayalam. He is also a literary editor and critic, translator, screen-writer, and documentary filmmaker. Career Literature Ali’s first collection of poems, ''Mazhakkalam'' (The Rainy Season, 1999), established him as a prominent voice in contemporary Malayalam poetry. Ali’s poetry collections include ''Aadiyaadi Alanja Marangale'' (Ye Trees, Swaying Ramblers, 2009) and ''Mehaboob Express'' (2020). ''Eternal Sculptures'' (2007) is a collection of his poems in English translation. His novella, ''Njan Rappai'', was published in 1995. Ali’s poems have been translated into various Indian and foreign languages and have been included in several anthologies of contemporary poetry, such as Innan Ganges flyter in i natten (A Swedish Anthology of Indian Poetry in Hindi, Malayalam and English, edited by Tomas Lofstrom and Birgitta Wallin); ''Singing in the Dark - A Global Anthology of Poe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Trivandrum
Thiruvananthapuram (; ), also known by its former name Trivandrum (), is the capital of the Indian state of Kerala. It is the most populous city in Kerala with a population of 957,730 as of 2011. The encompassing urban agglomeration population is around 1.68 million. Located on the west coast of India near the extreme south of the mainland, Thiruvananthapuram is a major information technology hub in Kerala and contributes 55% of the state's software exports as of 2016. Referred to by Mahatma Gandhi as the "Evergreen city of India", the city is characterised by its undulating terrain of low coastal hills. The present regions that constitute Thiruvananthapuram were ruled by the Ays who were feudatories of the Chera dynasty. In the 12th century, it was conquered by the Kingdom of Venad. In the 18th century, the king Marthanda Varma expanded the territory, founded the princely state of Travancore, and made Thiruvananthapuram its capital. Travancore became the most dominan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Doordarshan
Doordarshan (abbreviated as DD; Hindi: , ) is an Indian public service broadcaster founded by the Government of India, owned by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and one of Prasar Bharati's two divisions. One of India's largest broadcasting organisations in studio and transmitter infrastructure, it was established on 15 September 1959. Doordarshan, which also broadcasts on digital terrestrial transmitters, provides television, radio, online and mobile service throughout metropolitan and regional India and overseas. History Beginnings The channel began modestly as an experimental broadcaster in Delhi on 15 September 1959, with a small transmitter and a makeshift studio. Regular daily transmission started in 1965 as part of All India Radio, with a five-minute news bulletin read by Pratima Puri. Salma Sultan joined Doordarshan in 1967, and became a news anchor. '' Krishi Darshan'' debuted on Doordarshan on 26 January 1967, and is Indian television's longest ru ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nayattu (2021 Film)
''Nayattu'' () is a 2021 Indian political survival thriller film directed and co-produced by Martin Prakkat and written by Shahi Kabir. It stars Kunchako Boban, Joju George and Nimisha Sajayan in the lead roles and features Jaffar Idukki, Anil Nedumangad and Hakkim Shajahan in supporting roles. Mahesh Narayanan and Rajesh Rajenndrran edit the film while Shyju Khalid handles the cinematography. Vishnu Vijay composed the original music and background score. Director Ranjith and P. M. Sasidharan produced the film under Gold Coin Motion Picture Company in association with Martin Prakkat Films. The film was released on 8 April 2021 to widespread critical acclaim for its direction and the cast's performances. On October it made shortlist for India's selection for Best International film at 94th Academy Awards Plot Praveen Michael rejoins the police force in a new station as a CPO (civil police officer). A local political goon, Biju, who is related to police officer CPO Sunitha, is ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kumbalangi Nights
''Kumbalangi Nights'' is a 2019 Indian Malayalam-language drama film directed by Madhu C. Narayanan. The directorial debut was written by Syam Pushkaran and jointly produced by Fahadh Faasil and Nazriya Nazim under their production house Fahadh Faasil and Friends, in association with Dileesh Pothan and Syam Pushkaran under Working Class Hero. The film stars Shane Nigam, Fahadh Faasil, Soubin Shahir, and Sreenath Bhasi, along with newcomers Anna Ben, Grace Antony and Mathew Thomas in pivotal roles. The cinematography and editing were handled by Shyju Khalid and Saiju Sreedharan, respectively. The soundtrack and background score is composed by Sushin Shyam. Set in the eponymous fishing village of Kumbalangi in Kochi, Kerala, the film centres on the strained relationship between four brothers living together in a dysfunctional home, and how they ultimately stand up for each other as a family. Pushkaran came up with the idea for the film based on the time he spent in the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thottappan
''Thottappan'' (transl: Great-grandfather) is a 2019 Malayalam drama film directed by Shanavas K Bavakutty. It depicts the affection between a girl and her godparent. Plot When his partner in crime goes missing, a small-time crook dedicates himself to raising the daughter his friend left behind. Two small time thieves jonappan and ithaq shares a special bond and lives by doing crooks as demanded by some people. On a certain endeavour in which ithaque was not present, Jonappan goes missing. After the incident Jonappan's wife remains speechless and behaves insensitively to their daughter Sarah which leads ithaq to take care of her as a father, whom she affectionately calls as 'thottapan'(godfather).The subsequent events in the island after the entrance of a strange youngster leads to a touching climax. Cast * Vinayakan as Ithakk *Dileesh Pothan as Jonappan *Priyamvada Krishnan as Sarah *Roshan Mathew as Ismail * Manoj K. Jayan as Fr. Peter *Manju Pathrose as Patricia *Binoy Nam ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eeda
''Eeda'' () is a 2018 Indian Malayalam-language romance film written, edited and directed by B. Ajithkumar. The film is a modern take on William Shakespeare's ''Romeo and Juliet'', set in the backdrops of political violence in Kannur, north Malabar. Shane Nigam and Nimisha Sajayan play the lead roles. ''Eeda'' was produced by Sharmila Rajaa through Delta Studio, in collaboration with Collective Phase One. The executive producers were TRS Muthukumaar, K.J. Ayyappan, and Sukumar Thekkepatt. Plot The story set in north Malabar region of Kerala. Anand/ Nandu (Shane Nigam) is an MBA graduate who works in an entry-level managerial post in an insurance company in Mysore. While in his hometown in Kannur on leave, he happens to meet Aishwarya/ Ammu (Nimisha Sajayan) who is also a Kannur native and a student in Mysore. They meet on a hartal day and he helps her evade politicians who called for the hartal and drops her home. After a few initial chats and phone calls, they find each othe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mayaanadhi
''Mayaanadhi'' () is a 2017 Indian Malayalam-language romantic thriller film directed and co-produced by Aashiq Abu, and written by Syam Pushkaran and Dileesh Nair. The film stars Tovino Thomas as a criminal on the run and Aishwarya Lekshmi as an aspiring actress. Their troubled love and struggle for survival form the basic plot of the film. It released on 22 December 2017 to widespread critical acclaim from critics. The film was praised for the way it tackled with sexuality and was included in The Hindu's top 25 Malayalam films of the decade. The plot was inspired by the 1960 French film '' Breathless''. Plot John Mathew (Tovino Thomas) is an orphan, living as a thug. He participates in an undercover deal on behalf of his boss, who is busy with his daughter's schooling. Mathew convinces his group that their boss is intentionally pulling out of the deal due to the risk involved. However, they reach the hotel without any issue. While Mathew is taking a bath, three police o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kismath (2016 Film)
''Kismath'' (from kismet; ) is a 2016 Indian Malayalam-language romantic drama film written and directed by debutante Shanavas K Bavakutty. The film stars Shane Nigam as Irfan and Shruthy Menon as Anita, two star-crossed lovers from different religious backgrounds (Islam and Hinduism). It is produced by Rajeev Ravi under the banner of Pattam Cinema Company, and in association with LJ Films and Akbar Travels. The film narrates the real-life story of two young lovers from Ponnani, in Kerala - a 28-year-old scheduled caste girl and a 23-year-old Muslim boy - who faced backlash from society for their relationship in 2011. The screenplay was conceived by Bavakutty while serving as the town's Municipal Councillor. A trailer was released on 20 July 2016. The film released on 29 July 2016. The film was a commercial success.N. Jayachandran. "Newcomers gain as Mollywood witnesses fresh whiff of change" Manorama Online 19 May 201/ref> Cast * Shane Nigam as Irfan * Shruthy Menon as Anit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kammatipaadam
''Kammatipaadam'', alternatively spelled as ''Kammatti Paadam'', is a 2016 Indian Malayalam-language action drama film directed by Rajeev Ravi and written by P. Balachandran. The film stars Dulquer Salmaan, Vinayakan, Shaun Romy, Manikandan R. Achari, Vinay Forrt, Shine Tom Chacko, and Suraj Venjaramoodu. The songs were composed by K, John P. Varkey and Vinayakan while the background score was composed by K. The film centers on Kammattippaadam, a slum locality in Kochi, Kerala. It focuses on how the Dalit community was forced to give up their lands to real-estate mafias and how modern urbanisation of Kochi metro-city took place over the plight of the Dalits. The film won four awards at the 47th Kerala State Film Awards, including Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best Art Director and Best Film Editing. It has been listed by several publications as one of the best Malayalam films of the decade and a defining movie of the New Wave Movement. Plot Krishnan, who works in a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Njan Steve Lopez
''Njan Steve Lopez'' (''English: I am Steve Lopez)'' is a 2014 Indian Malayalam-language mystery crime film, directed by Rajeev Ravi. The production is also supported by Jar Pictures, M.R Filmworks and Media Mill. The film is set in Thiruvananthapuram city and It stars Farhaan Faasil and Ahaana Krishna in lead roles. It was their debut movie as hero and heroine. Plot Steve is a college kid whose major concern in life is how to tell his childhood friend Anjali that he loves her. He has an iPhone, is on WhatsApp all the time, goes out drinking with his friends and generally lives a carefree life made all the more secure by the fact that Steve's father George is a Deputy Superintendent of Police in Thiruvananthapuram. This idyll is smashed when one day, Steve witnesses a stranger being attacked by men with scythes. Steve isn't able to stop them, but when the attackers leave their victim for dead, Steve takes the injured man to the hospital. It's here that he realizes there is ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Annayum Rasoolum
''Annayum Rasoolum'' () is a 2013 Indian Malayalam-language romantic drama film directed by Rajeev Ravi (in his directorial debut) and written by Santhosh Echikkanam from a story by Ravi. Set in Vypin islands in Kerala, the plot revolves around a star-crossed romance between Rasool (Fahadh Faasil), a Muslim taxi driver, and Anna (Andrea Jeremiah), a Latin Christian salesgirl, both from conservative working class families. The songs and background score were composed by K. ''Annayum Rasoolum'' was released on 4 January 2013, the film received positive critical response and was also a commercial success at the box office. The film won a National Film Award and three Kerala State Film Awards. Plot The story is told through the narration of Ashley who is working in merchant navy and is signing off in Kochi for the second time. Ashley recollects the events happened in his last sign off at Kochi. Rasool is a tourist taxi driver from Mattancherry, Kochi. He falls in love with Anna, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sharjah International Book Fair
Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) is an 11-day international book fair held annually in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. Its debut edition was launched in 1982 under the guidance and patronage of His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al-Qasimi, the UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. Having built itself a formidable reputation in its past 35 editions, SIBF today is recognized as one of the world’s top publishing events, and is the largest in the Arab world. SIBF 2018 has been one of the fair’s most successful editions to date. It hosted 1,874 publishing houses from 77 countries, with 1.6 million titles on display, including 80,000 new titles. The fair welcomed 2.23 million visitors, who had access to 20 million books, all under one roof. Translations Grant The fund was launched in 2011, on the occasion of the 30th annual Sharjah International Book Fair. The {{currency, 300000, USD fund was launched continuing SIBF’s efforts to build knowledge-based ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
