Kannada international stars presented a fabulous show 'Temptation 2012' in Dubai

April 30, 2012

Dubai, April 30: Enthrall World, an event management company for the first time in UAE presented a huge star studded show in UAE called Temptation 2012 International Kannada Stars at Dubai Tennis Stadium.

The April 27 event witnessed by over 700 music loving Kannadigas of UAE.

Nonstop programme without a break connecting the audience throughout the three hours show is being rarely viewed in recent days. This is one show that put together with a good scripting enthralled the audience throughout connecting heart to heart raising the Kannada language up high in the air specially in Dubai after a long gap.

Though the actual programme started at around 8:40pm everyone could hear the stars speaking from the stage back ground from 7:30 pm onwards that they are getting ready to present the show after the prayers.

This initially kept the audience connected and when Ramesh Arvind came on live with his beautiful inaugural speech it really touched the hearts of all the Kannadigas who cheered applauding continuously.

Mr Arvind who completed 25 years of his acting career in Kannada Films was felicitated and honoured with 'Mysore Peta' and shawl by the organiser Prasad and the main sponsors.

The star studded show comprised of Ramesh Arvind, Upendra, Tarun Chandra, Dhiganth, Vijaya Raghavendra, Radhika Gandhi, Pooja Gandhi, Neetu, Adhendrida Ray, Pragna, Harshika Poonacha, Sadhu Kokila, Bank Janardhan, Tennis Krishna and Arun Sagar along with Music Director Hari Krishna and his singers Anuradha Bhat, Chetan and Mrs. Hari Krishna gave a really enchanting performances liked and loved by all the audience present.

Moreover the dances performed by the local talents 'Ocean Kids' Group were really superb though they were given just one day rehearsal by visiting Choreographer Harsha. One more thing to be praised is the orchestra comprising of Deva and his troupe of only 3 musicians created a sound effect of fully fledged troupe.

The flow of the programme went smoothly one after another with great performances by all the current hot Star cast of Kannada 'Sandalwood' film industry who were really down to earth personalities without any head weights mingled with the UAE audiences just like a common person. In between the programme were comedy skits by Bank Janardhan, Tennis Krishna & Sadhu Kokila who presented some humorous rib tickling comedy items which added spice to the programme. But the best person who came on with various roles spontaneously was Arun Sagar a brilliant personality with mind blowing script flowing like sea as his name mentions.

Pooja Gandhi came on in midst of the audience and shared her song from her first film 'Mungaru Male' and the audience enjoyed every bit of it. Upendra too joined the audience and danced with children. He sang some numbers of his film which was overjoyed by his fans in Dubai. Dhighant had many fans who wanted to dance with him and he did it later. Vijaya Raghavendra too called one of his fan on to the stage and danced with her.

Chilly Willy released their energy drink in between the show to all the stars and later distributed to the audience.

On the whole the programme was one of its kind ever presented in UAE for quite some time. The organisers praised the media representative for the success of the programme and promised more programmes in the future. Those who could not attend this event really lost a chance of being part of a good magical theme based programme liked and loved by those who were present connected like 'abhimanigale devru' well said in the concluding part of the programme.

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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju graces Indian community interaction program in Riyadh

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January 13,2025

Riyadh: The Indian Embassy in Riyadh hosted a grand Indian Community Interaction Program at its auditorium in the Diplomatic Quarter, attended by the Honorable Minister for Parliamentary and Minority Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju. The event, which commenced at 6 PM (KSA time) brought together a vibrant gathering of Indian community members, Embassy officials and dignitaries.

The Minister was warmly welcomed by the Indian community steering committee with a traditional Himachali cap and shawl, symbolizing Indian cultural richness and diversity. The Honorable Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan, shared the dais.

In his address, Shri Kiran Rijiju emphasized the growing strategic partnership between India and Saudi Arabia, describing it as critical for fostering mutual growth and supporting the well-being of the Indian diaspora. He remarked, “India and Saudi Arabia share ancient ties, which have evolved into a robust partnership spanning trade, education, technology and culture.”

“The Kingdom is not only home to 2.6 million Indians but also a key ally in advancing global stability and prosperity,” he said. With the Indian diaspora in Saudi Arabia being the second-largest globally, Shri Rijiju equated their number to the population of many nations.

Shri Rijiju underscored the shared commitment to strengthening cultural and economic links, which directly benefit the Indian community in Saudi Arabia and their families in India.

He captivated the audience with his thoughtful address, expressing gratitude to the Indian diaspora for their invaluable contributions. Reflecting on his earlier visits to the Kingdom as a Member of Parliament and individual basis, he emphasized the significance of this trip as Minister for Parliamentary and Minority Affairs and it’s going to be helpful to the people, especially Hajjis and all Indian diasporas, who are living in the Kingdom.

Hajj 2025 Preparations & Increase in Hajj Quota

A major highlight of Shri Rijiju’s address was the Government of India’s efforts to improve the Hajj experience for Indian pilgrims. He announced an increase in the Hajj quota for 2025 and introduced new guidelines aimed at ensuring safety, efficiency, and comfort, especially for elderly pilgrims, women and others.

The Minister emphasized India’s collaboration with Saudi authorities to streamline travel, accommodation, and healthcare facilities for pilgrims, ensuring a hassle-free and spiritually fulfilling experience. He reiterated the government’s commitment to safeguarding the interests of Hajjis, reflecting India’s proactive approach to catering to the needs of its citizens abroad.

Rising Global Stature of India

Shri Rijiju also emphasized and spoke about India’s emergence as a global power. “Unlike a decade ago, India today is a center of global influence with strong ties to almost every nation; India is becoming a global center of power, linked to almost every nation,” he said. The world’s perception of India and Indians has transformed positively, and every Indian can now feel a profound sense of pride,” he stated.

Commendation for Embassy and Cultural Performances

The minister praised the Indian Embassy in Riyadh and the Consulate in Jeddah for their exceptional works including managing one of the busiest workloads among Indian missions globally, such as issuing around 600 passports daily. He also praised their active involvement in promoting bilateral relations.

The evening featured cultural performances by students from Indian International Schools in Riyadh. Classical dances, along with a special performance marking Vishwa Hindi Divas, captivated the audience. Shri Rijiju applauded the students for showcasing the richness of India’s linguistic and cultural diversity, emphasizing equal respect for all Indian languages such as Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Telugu, Marati, Rasthani, Manipuri, Dogra etc.

The event concluded with the Minister distributing prizes to winners of various competitions, leaving attendees inspired and proud of their shared cultural roots. Dinesh Setia, First Secretary at the Indian Embassy, ensured the program’s seamless flow as the master of ceremonies.

The Indian community expressed gratitude to Shri Rijiju for his inspiring vision and praised the Embassy for hosting a memorable evening.

(Inputs from P.A. Hameed Padubidri, Riyadh)

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