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The Hindu
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Watch: MGR and Sivaji Ganesan possessed unique music knowledge: Umayalpuram Sivaraman
Mridangam maestro Umayalpuram Sivaraman said that the musical knowledge of the late Chief Minister M.G. Ramachandran (MGR) and the late thespian Sivaji Ganesan was unique. Recalling his association with MGR and Sivaji Ganesan, for whom he played in the film Mridhanga Chakravarthy, Mr. Sivaraman said that when there was a controversy over who should play for the lead role, producer Kalaignanam, music director M.S. Viswanathan (MSV), Sivaji Ganesan, and director K. Sankar selected him, 'though there were many applications and missions from the music fraternity.' 'I went there, and the crescendo was recorded in one take. MSV couldn't believe it was done in one take. He said, 'You can play one more time.' But I said no. Then he said, 'Super,'' said Mr. Sivaraman in a conversation with CPI(M) general secretary M.A. Babu at The Hindu office. He also shared the experience of playing for a romantic scene in which the heroine, fascinated by the mridangam playing of the hero (played by Prabhu), runs upstairs. As MSV was not satisfied with the other mridangam player, he asked Mr. Sivaraman to play 'something romantic.' 'I had not tried romantic before. But he said, 'You have to play and make it sound passionate.' It was the first time I was seeing her. I played something, and he said it was romantic. Then I said, 'I will follow romanticism in all my concerts,'' he quipped. He also spoke about the humility of Sivaji Ganesan, despite being a great actor. 'Sivaji Ganesan used to call me Vathiyar (teacher). Before every shooting, he would ask whether Vathiyar had come. He would ask if his fingering was right. He could do anything—he was a great artiste. But look at the humility with which he asked me,' he said. MGR was also a fan of Mr. Sivaraman and would attend his concerts with journalist Manian and collect his recordings. He recalled how MGR received him warmly at Sathya Studios. 'Once, I was passing through Sathya Studios with my wife. I went in and gave my card to the watchman. He walked slowly. But when he came back, he was running. I asked him, 'Why are you running?' He said MGR was angry. He said, 'A great artiste is waiting and you behaved like this?'' When he met MGR, he asked, 'What do you want me to do for you?' I said, 'I don't want anything. I just want your love.' Inside the studio, there was a big simmhasanam (throne), and MGR asked Mr. Sivaraman to sit on it. 'I asked him, 'Why?' He said, 'You are the Chakravarthy (Emperor) of mridangam. I just apply grease paint and act.' Will anyone say something like that? The thing is—they truly enjoyed music,' he said. Mr. Sivaraman also recalled the presence of MGR and Devaraj Urs at the Music Academy to attend a concert by M. Balamuralikrishna, the year he was conferred the Sangita Kalanidhi award. 'Both of them were enjoying the concert. After it was over, we went and thanked both Chief Ministers. MGR came to me and said, 'You played well. But he prepared the pallavi at home. You played on the spot. You are great.' Will anyone say that? That shows how deep their musical knowledge was. The musical understanding that these actors had was something truly unique.' Reporting: B. Kolappan Video: Johan Sathyadas, Thamodharan B, Shiva Raj Editing: Shiva Raj
New Indian Express
22-05-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Sri Lanka, Tamil Nadu trade revives as Shipping Directorate eases foul weather norm
THOOTHUKUDI: The Directorate General of Shipping, in a circular dated May 19, relaxed foul weather norms for the operation of Mechanised Sailing Vessels (MSV), or thonies, between Thoothukudi and Sri Lanka, which would allow trade operations throughout the year. Operators say this has come as a shot in the arm for maritime trade between the two countries. Hitherto, the Merchantile Marine Department (MMD) allowed MSVs to set sail only between September and April, which is considered fair weather period. The period from May to August is considered foul weather period and MSVs remain moored in harbour. Mechanised sailing vessel operators hope the development will help them reclaim trade with Sri Lanka, which they lost in 2008 due to multiple factors, including the war between LTTE and Lankan military, and severe competition from other operators. 'Except for a few MSVs that supplied essentials during emergencies, none had transported essential goods to Sri Lanka after 2008, ' said Lasington, secretary, Coastal mechanised sail vessel owners' association. Even though trade was permitted during fair weather season, Sri Lankan traders did not engage MSVs after they found other means of transport during foul weather season, he said that lifting foul weather restrictions gives them a chance to reclaim the market.
New Straits Times
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Two dead in 11-rider British Supersport crash at Oulton Park
LONDON: Supersport riders Owen Jenner, 21, and Shane Richardson, 29, died after a crash involving 11 bikes at the start of a race at Oulton Park yesterday, circuit owners Motor Sport Vision (MSV) said. Tom Tunstall, 47, was in hospital with significant back and abdominal injuries and a further five riders were taken to the medical centre with minor injuries at the circuit in northern England. The race was stopped immediately after the chain-reaction crash at the exit to turn one on the opening lap, with the British Superbike championship event then cancelled. MSV said British rider Jenner was treated trackside initially but died from a catastrophic head injury after being taken to the circuit medical centre. New Zealander Richardson was also treated trackside and then at the medical centre but died with severe chest injuries prior to arrival at Royal Stoke University Hospital. MSV said it and the Motorcycle Circuit Racing Control Board were investigating along with the coroner and police.
TimesLIVE
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
Two dead in 11-rider British Supersport crash at Oulton Park
Supersport riders Owen Jenner, 21, and Shane Richardson, 29, died after a crash involving 11 bikes at the start of a race at Oulton Park on Monday, circuit owners Motor Sport Vision (MSV) said. Tom Tunstall, 47, was in hospital with back and abdominal injuries and five riders were taken to the medical centre with minor injuries at the circuit in northern England. The race was stopped immediately after the chain reaction crash at the exit to turn one on the opening lap, with the British Superbike championship event then cancelled. MSV said British rider Jenner was treated trackside initially but died from a catastrophic head injury after being taken to the circuit medical centre. New Zealander Richardson was also treated trackside and then at the medical centre but died with severe chest injuries before arriving at Royal Stoke University Hospital. MSV said it and the Motorcycle Circuit Racing Control Board were investigating along with the coroner and police.
Straits Times
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Straits Times
Two dead in 11-rider British Supersport crash at Oulton Park
Supersport riders Owen Jenner, 21, and Shane Richardson, 29, died after a crash involving 11 bikes at the start of a race at Oulton Park on Monday, circuit owners Motor Sport Vision (MSV) said. Tom Tunstall, 47, was in hospital with significant back and abdominal injuries and a further five riders were taken to the medical centre with minor injuries at the circuit in northern England. The race was stopped immediately after the chain-reaction crash at the exit to turn one on the opening lap, with the British Superbike championship event then cancelled. MSV said British rider Jenner was treated trackside initially but died from a catastrophic head injury after being taken to the circuit medical centre. New Zealander Richardson was also treated trackside and then at the medical centre but died with severe chest injuries prior to arrival at Royal Stoke University Hospital. MSV said it and the Motorcycle Circuit Racing Control Board were investigating along with the coroner and police. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
