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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Chamanthi: Everything you need to know about the Meghana Lokesh and Aashish Chakravarthi starrer
Popular TV serial Chamanthi has been keeping viewers on the edge of their seats with its compelling storyline and emotional depth. The show has built a loyal fan base, thanks to its vibrant narrative and stellar performances. The plot follows the story of a village girl, Chamanthi, who lives with her father Ramachandraiah and her mother, who works faithfully for a Zamindar family. Her sister Roja, an air hostess with Vaayuputhra Airlines, is exposed to an entirely different lifestyle and harbors a deep dislike for her family and village roots. In contrast, Harshavardhan, the man behind Vaayuputhra Airlines, has close ties with the Zamindari family. His sons, Arun and Prem, are heirs to both the airline and his legacy. Meghana Lokesh shines in the titular role of Chamanthi, portraying a resilient village girl with remarkable grace. Aashish Chakravarthi delivers a powerful performance as Arun, the ambitious son of a politician. Prabhakar impresses as the kind-hearted father Ramachandraiah, while Aishwarya Verma brings complexity to the role of the conflicted air hostess Roja. The drama intensifies when Chamanthi unexpectedly ends up marrying Arun, marking the beginning of a tumultuous journey for acceptance within his family. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it better to shower in the morning or at night? Here's what a microbiologist says CNA Read More Undo The heartwarming father-daughter moments between Chamanthi and Ramachandraiah add emotional richness to the narrative, while Chamanthi grapples with societal expectations and internal family conflicts. In a recent episode, Chamanthi confronts Roja about her dismissive attitude, leading to an emotional showdown that has left viewers eager to see if Roja's heart might change. Meanwhile, Arun struggles to balance the pressures of his family's business and political responsibilities, which in turn add layers of tension to his evolving relationship with Chamanthi. Chamanthi continues to captivate audiences with its blend of heartfelt storytelling, emotional highs, and intense family dynamics. Viewers can catch the drama unfold every day at 8:30 PM on Zee Telugu, as the story promises more twists, emotional moments, and dramatic revelations in the episodes ahead.
New Indian Express
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
20 years of Delhi's Dastangoi Collective so it has to be a Dastan-ival!
It is said you have conceived the modern format of the dastangoi art form, what does that mean in terms of content and presentation? When I revived the form under the guidance of the great late Shamsur Rahman Faruqi none of us had ever seen a dastangoi performance. My innovation was, I thought, of having two people perform together. With Anusha's help [partner, writer and Peepli Live director Anusha Rizvi] and with my intuitive theatre training, we devised the modern form and presentation style as a combination of the traditional and the modern. We had a takht, katoras to drink from, Anusha devised the costumes, I insisted on a certain style of pajamas and topis. We used lights, sound, stage decorum, which made this much closer to a modern stage show, and thereby modern dastangoi was born as something that was akin to theatre, but also much more than that. Why did you think dastangoi would work in Delhi--there was already theatre present in various forms 20 years ago? Which story did you start with? When I read the traditional stories of Dastan-e-Amir hamza, I was flabbergasted at their plot turns, use of language, poetry and their uninhibited, unfettered imagination. They were the most outstanding thing I had ever come across in Indian literature and performance. So, I knew they would work. The first show was at the IIC in Delhi on May 4, 2005. Why has the story of the tilism (magical world) of Hoshruba become one of the foremost fantasy tales of Urdu and can one understand it if one doesn't know Urdu? Yes, Tilism-e-Hoshruba, the most famous chapter of the traditional Dastan-e-Amir Hamza [supposedly an uncle of the Prophet Mohammed], which is itself in eight volumes or over 8,000 pages, is in many ways the crowning glory not just of Urdu but also Indian literature and performance. It is full of wit, playfulness, literary flourishes, inventiveness and fantasy, and has several different rasas in it, as exhorted by the Natyashastra. It speaks wonderfully to non-Urdu speakers, too. In the Partition dastan, you liberally take material from Krishan Chander, Rahi Masoom Raza, Faiz Ahmed Faiz, Amrita Pritam, Vazira Fazila-Yacoobali's Zamindar, Intizar Hussain, et al. Is dastangoi copyright-agnostic, or is this part of the dastan tradition? There is no stealing in paying homage. We draw upon poetry but not stories, we allude to those great works and adapt them and synergise them to our narration. All the readings I have done in my life, all the history I have studied at Delhi, Oxford, Cambridge, gets poured into the Dastan's research to re-direct the material and deploy it to new uses. Vazira's Zamindar book, for instance, has not sold as many copies as the number of people it may have reached via our Dastans. Dastangoi takes knowledge out of books, libraries and universities and puts it into the popular realm. In these 20 years, which dastan performance has been your most difficult, or that's given the audience most pleasure? Dastan-e-Karan from the Mahabharata. I put my life into it every time I do it. It has also earned a great response, and why not, it is after all the Mahabharata.
India Gazette
15-05-2025
- Health
- India Gazette
Celebrating Visionary Impact: Dr. Samina Zamindar Recognised by WOS Karnataka Chapter for Quality-Driven Leadership in Eye Care and Community Impact
StarFishGlobal Communications LLP Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 15: Dr. Samina Zamindar, leading ophthalmologist and Founder of Zamindar Microsurgical Eye Centre, spearheaded the recent Karnataka state meet of the Women Ophthalmologists Society (WOS) held in Bengaluru. The event brought together leading women ophthalmologists from across the state to discuss collaborative opportunities, share knowledge, and inspire future women leaders in ophthalmology. The conclave concluded with powerful conversations around leadership, inclusion, and legacy--highlighting the evolving role of women in ophthalmology and inspiring a collective commitment to shaping a more equitable and impactful future in eye care. Her hospital, Zamindar Microsurgical Eye Centre, is renowned for its patient-centric approach and was honored with the Healthcare Excellence Award in the 'Patient Friendly Hospital' category by the Association of Healthcare Providers of India in April 2022. The hospital has also run free Thursday OPDs and performed free surgeries for the needy since its inception. As part of its community eye care initiative, the organisation aims to educate the surrounding community about avoidable blindness. It organises eye screening camps in schools, colleges, and underserved areas, and offers comprehensive eye check-ups at its community centres. With early detection and timely treatment, blindness can often be prevented. Dr. Zamindar has been instrumental in redefining eye care standards in both India and globally. Under her leadership, Zamindar Microsurgical Eye Centre has emerged as a trusted name, known for its team of experienced doctors, cutting-edge treatment, and quality patient care. The hospital is one of the first five National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH) accredited centres under ECO (Eye Care Organisations) in India. About Dr. ZamindarDr. Samina Zamindar is the Founder and Medical Director of Zamindar Microsurgical Eye Centre, established in 1997, which has grown into a super-speciality eye care institution offering advanced services in cataract, retina, glaucoma, cornea, oculoplasty, and paediatric eye care. She is also an NABH assessor. As an advocate of patient safety in eye care, she conducts training on infection control Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), facilitating patient safety workshops across Southeast Asia. (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by StarFishGlobal Communications LLP. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
