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New Indian Express
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
‘Neelakuyil' play returns to Kerala capital
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The stage adaptation of the iconic Malayalam film Neelakuyil (1954), originally produced under the banner of Chandrathara Productions by T K Pareekutty and jointly directed by Ramu Kariat and P Bhaskaran, is set to be performed at Karthika Thirunal Theatre on May 29. Marking the 70th anniversary of the film and the birth centenary of lyricist P Bhaskaran, the first performance of the play was held at Tagore Theatre, Thiruvananthapuram, on December 29, 2024. 'The upcoming staging, which will begin at 6pm, is a response to appreciation and demand from the audience,' says Ajay Thundathil, Karthika Thirunal Theatre's PRO. The play is directed by filmmaker C V Prem Kumar under the banner of Samam Arts Thiruvananthapuram. The stage adaptation has been done by R S Madhu. Samam Arts, a cultural collective, will be officially inaugurated by veteran actor Raghavan. Actress Maya Vishwanath will be the chief guest. In the play, photojournalist Jithesh Damodhar takes on the role of Sreedharan Mash, originally portrayed by Satyan, while dancer Sithara Balakrishnan brings to life the character of Neeli, originally played by Miss Kumari. Television and theatre actor Sajanachandran will portray the postman character played by Bhaskaran Master in the film. Other cast members include Vanchiyoor Praveenkumar, Rajula Mohan, Manjit, Sreelakshmi, Sankaran Kutty Nair, and Master Kasinathan. For passes, contact: 9847917661 or 9447027033.
Time of India
27-04-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
SWD work delay stalls traffic near Saidapet
Chennai: The slow progress of stormwater drain (SWD) construction on Taluk Office Road, a critical link of Anna Salai, has severely impacted traffic flow and commuter safety. Initiated nearly a month ago by the state highways department, the project has remained stalled for more than two weeks, leaving large pits open and construction material such as cement rings scattered across the stretch. Despite the presence of heavy machinery, no active work is underway at the site, located along a busy stretch connecting Anna Salai to Raj Bhavan and Velachery and flanked by the Saidapet court and churches. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai The situation has left thousands of commuters, especially two-wheeler riders, at risk. Clouds of dust from exposed soil have drastically reduced visibility, while loose debris has increased the risk of accidents. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo Attempts to reach P Bhaskaran, superintending engineer (highways), for a response were unsuccessful. The 300m stretch now takes nearly 15 minutes to cross during peak hours, with traffic bottlenecks reported throughout the day. Commuters point to the fact that the work has further narrowed an already congested road. "On one side of Saidapet, traffic is already choked because half of Anna Salai is barricaded for the construction of an elevated corridor to Teynampet," said T Ramakrishnan, a regular commuter from Nandanam. "Parts that had just started settling after Metrorail work have again turned chaotic. Now with the drain project left incomplete, the loose mud spreads onto the road, making it dangerous for bikers. I've had a couple of close calls," he added. Pedestrians have also been affected, with access to pavements blocked due to construction. "People are forced to walk on the road to reach the bus stop near Saidapet, which is extremely unsafe during peak traffic," said S Arun Kumar, another commuter.
