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- Time of India
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News18
01-08-2025
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Janhvi Kapoor Is ‘Obsessed' With Her Song Pardesiya And So Are We
Last Updated: Dressed in a traditional blue kurta set, Janhvi Kapoor looked absolutely ethereal, moving with grace and effortless charm. Janhvi Kapoor is obsessed with her latest song Pardesiya from the film Param Sundari and honestly, we get it. The actress shared a delightful video of herself performing Kathak to the romantic number and it is every bit magical. Dressed in a traditional blue kurta set, she looked absolutely ethereal, moving with grace and effortless charm. Along with the video, she wrote a playful caption that read, 'I don't know if it's normal to be this obsessed with your own song… Mohiniyattam kar kar ke kathak se thodi out of practice ho gayi but this song brought back those feeeeels (sic)." Earlier, Janhvi Kapoor had said about the song, 'I have always had a soft corner for love songs and Pardesiya is one of the best that I have worked on. Having Sonu Nigam's voice elevate the emotion makes it truly unforgettable. I'm sure the audience will love it." Sonu Nigam On Pardesiya Pardesiya, Param Sundari's first song, has been creating waves ever since its release. The soulful romantic track featuring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor won praises for the fresh pair's chemistry in the visuals. Talking about the song, singer Sonu Nigam said, 'It's always a joy to lend my voice to a heartfelt love song, and Pardesiya from Param Sundari is truly special. People poured so much love at the first look that I was already very excited for the full song. Watching Sidharth and Janhvi bring that chemistry to life on screen makes it even more magical." Param Sundari Release Date Earlier, Param Sundari was scheduled to be released on July 25 but was later postponed to August 29 due to unforeseen reasons. Directed by Tushar Jalota, Param Sundari is a cross-cultural love story between a North Indian boy and a South Indian girl. The film promises to bring a new-age love story, packed with emotions and drama. Besides Param Sundari, Janhvi Kapoor also has Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari in her kitty. Starring Varun Dhawan, the film marks his second collaboration with Janhvi after Bawaal. Apart from Varun and Janhvi, the film also stars Akshay Oberoi, Rohit Saraf and Sanya Malhotra and Maniesh Paul in the lead roles. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Hindu
17-07-2025
- The Hindu
Namami Narayanam retells stories from Srimad Bhagavatam through Mohiniyattam
In a performance that shimmered with a quiet elegance and spiritual resonance, Namami Narayanam, a Mohiniyattam dance production, choreographed by guru Shruthi Shoby, was presented at Mylapore Fine Arts Club, as part of the Abbas Cultural Dance Drama Festival. Performed by Shruthi and her disciples from Srishti School of Classical Dance, the thematic production unfolded five timeless stories, themed on Krishna. The strength of this production lay, not in grandeur or opulence, but in its simplicity. The choreography used minimal props, allowing the audience to enjoy fluid movement vocabulary and nuanced abhinaya that characterise this dance form. The compositions in Malayalam, heightened the appeal. The evening opened with the tale of Dhruva, the boy who, abandoned by his father (King Uttanapada) and insulted by his stepmother (Suruchi), undertakes an penance to win the grace of Narayana. The portrayal of childlike longing, rejection and divine blessing was moving, with the dancer's restrained expressions evoking Dhruva's unwavering determination. This was followed by the poignant story of Ajamila, a fallen Brahmin, who, despite his moral decline, attains salvation through the inadvertent utterance of the lord's name. The redemptive power of faith and surrender, highlighted during the performance, was a recurring theme throughout the evening. The narrative deepened with the story of Pingala, a courtesan, who renounces worldly pleasures to pursue a moment of spiritual awakening. This segment was particularly impactful, as the lead dancer captured Pingala's luxurious life as a courtesan and the serenity that prevailed after her transformation. A shift in tone came with the fourth story, that of Santana Gopalan. The finale — Kalinga Narthana — where Krishna dances upon the serpent Kalinga's hoods. This scene was executed well, as the dancer's footwork and expressive control brought alive the symbolic subjugation of the ego. Choreography, concept and nattuvangam were by guru Shruthi Shoby, musicby Thrissur Krishnakumar, lyrics by Kalamandalam Ganeshan, background score and rhythm are by Nagarajan, vocals by Sudev Warrier, violin by Anand Lal and edakka by Thrissur Krishnakumar.
