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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Star Singer: Krishna Sree's soulful rendition of ‘Rappadi Kezhunnuvo' leaves judges teary-eyed
Star Singer contestant Krishna Sree impressed everyone. She sang 'Rappadi Kezhunnuvo' and dedicated it to judge K S Chithra. Chithra gave her a perfect score. Mentor Kannur Shareef gave a standing ovation. Greeshma Kannan and Athish Krishna were eliminated. Gautham Prasad and Pavithra entered as wildcard contestants. The show promises more exciting performances. Star Singer, one of Malayalam television's most celebrated music reality shows, continues to tug at heartstrings with remarkable performances. The latest to make waves is young contestant Krishna Sree, whose emotional performance of the iconic song 'Rappadi Kezhunnuvo' has left judges and viewers deeply moved. A Class 11 student and one of the standout talents of the current season, Krishna Sree paid a heartfelt tribute to none other than Star Singer judge and legendary singer KS Chithra by choosing to perform one of her most beloved songs from the classic film Akashadoothu. Despite being an ardent admirer of Chithra, this marked the first time Krishna Sree rendered one of her songs on the show — and she did so with stunning emotional intensity. The performance received immediate and overwhelming praise from the judging panel. KS Chithra, visibly moved, awarded Krishna Sree a perfect score of 100 and a golden star. In a light-hearted yet touching moment, Chithra remarked, 'I'm not even sure if I gave this much expression when I originally sang the song.' She praised the young contestant for bringing such deep emotion to a song that has resonated with generations. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Mentor Kannur Shareef was equally touched, saying he couldn't help but rise for a standing ovation. 'Your singing had so much soul that I was unable to sit. It was overwhelming,' he said. Krishna Sree has consistently impressed both judges and audiences, having secured the highest marks in the previous round as well. Meanwhile, Star Singer has seen its first elimination round, with contestants Greeshma Kannan and Athish Krishna exiting the competition. However, the drama continues to build as wildcard entrants Gautham Prasad and Pavithra make their way into the show, promising more exciting performances in the episodes to come. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages and quotes !
Hindustan Times
06-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Teenager Anahat ready for senior world squash debut
New Delhi: Anahat Singh is a busy girl. Between reading A Good Girl's Guide to Murder, writing her Class 11 exams, catching up with family and painting, the 17-year-old is also gearing up for her first senior World Squash Championships. Anahat Singh will feature in her first senior World Squash Championships that is set to be held on May 9-17 in Chicago. (Getty Images) The India No.1 and the only woman player in the four-member Chicago-bound squad is unfazed. After blazing her trail on the junior circuit — she has three British Junior Open titles across age-groups — Anahat has made an encouraging foray into the senior circuit. With nine PSA titles out of 10 appearances, Anahat knows how to win. The double bronze medallist at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games is going into the May 9-17 event having won her third British Junior Open. She then had an unblemished run at the 2025 Asian Junior Team Championships which helped India claim the bronze medal. The Delhi-born player then won the SRFI Indian Tour and the Indian Open events to break into the top 70 in the PSA rankings. 'I've been in good form over the past 2-3 competitions, the body is feeling good, the belief is there. Even during practice, I'm confident with the way I'm playing. I think it's the best I've played in the last few years,' she said. The senior worlds though 'feels different'. 'I've grown up watching this tournament. It is one event where the world's best turn up, and it's something I've always wanted to compete in,' she said. 'This year, I'm not really going there to win or anything. I'm just trying to go and play my best and do as well as I possibly can.' That means, by her own admission, getting past the second round. The world No.62 will open her campaign against Marina Stefanoni of US, ranked 28. Should she win, she'll meet either world No.15 Fayrouz Aboelkheir or world No.34 Hana Moataz, both from Egypt. The rankings gap notwithstanding, Anahat believes she can beat them. 'In my first two rounds, I'll meet opponents who I have seen a lot and I've played with them as well. And they're not in the top 10. There's always a chance to win and if I'm playing well, they'll be under pressure because they're ranked higher and more experienced.' She would know, considering the tables turn when she plays the juniors. 'There, I am expected to win every time, which puts a bit of pressure; I know there would be little challenge till the semis. But in seniors, even the opening rounds are very tough.' With squash making its debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, Anahat is keen to grow in the game. Having the seasoned Saurav Ghosal as a mentor helps. The 38-year-old primarily helps Anahat manage and structure her calendar. 'I am not picking the tournaments blindly,' she said. 'We plan when and where I need to play, how much to exert, and so forth. Since LA is in the picture, it was more important for me to play the senior tournaments a bit more. While the qualification criterion is still not known, I want to climb the rankings as much as I can to put myself in the reckoning.'
