Articles by Rajany Pradhan
Indian theatre is the largest voluntary enterprise in the world: MK Raina
Theatre actor and director MK Raina talks about the sad state of India’s “cultural infrastructure” and appreciates theatre artistes who are independently “producing wonderful work”.
Updated on Aug 04, 2017 06:00 PM IST
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As told to Rajany PradhanVeteran actors Ananth Mahadevan, Rakesh Bedi clash on stage in a cricket frenzy
An upcoming play, Last Over, looks at what happens when a cricket match triggers a domestic war among two fans of the sport.
Updated on Jul 15, 2017 05:01 PM IST
Mumbai | Rajany Pradhan, Mumbai
Sattriya dance form to narrate the mythological love story of Usha and Aniruddh
A performance in Mumbai, of the rare Sattriya dance form, narrates the mythological love story of Usha and Aniruddh.
Updated on Jul 15, 2017 05:00 PM IST
Mumbai | Rajany Pradhan
The adorable couple of B-Town is celebrating the first birthday of their son
Riteish Dekhmukh and Genelia Dekhmukh’s younger son, Rahyl, turns one today (June 1).
Updated on Jun 01, 2017 03:16 PM IST
Mumbai | Rajany Pradhan
About 10 years back, anything except Bollywood was almost unimaginable: Shilpa Rao
Singer Shilpa Rao talks about collaborating with local and international artistes for her upcoming album. She also says independent music scene in the country is “going in a positive direction”.
Updated on Jul 15, 2017 05:00 PM IST
Mumbai | Rajany Pradhan
‘Art is like fine wine, the older it gets, the better it becomes,’ says Saurabh Shukla
The acclaimed play, 2 To Tango, 3 To Jive completed its 100th show at Tata Theatre, NCPA, on May 20.
Updated on Jul 16, 2017 08:32 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Rajany Pradhan
If you do a difficult thing repeatedly, it becomes easier: Sabir Khan
Sarangi player Sabir Khan talks about his struggle to master the instrument and his childhood memories with his father, late Ustad Sultan Khan.
Updated on Jul 16, 2017 08:32 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Rajany Pradhan, Mumbai
An art form is at its worst when it’s imitated, says Sanjukta Wagh
Kathak dancer Sanjukta Wagh will stage one of her recent productions, Jhini, based on the poems of Janabai, Chokhamela and Kabir, this week.
Updated on May 04, 2017 08:11 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Rajany Pradhan
Top five local and international getaways for travellers during summer
Here is a list of few popular local and international destinations that are witnessing maximum footfalls during this time of the year.
Updated on Apr 16, 2017 12:02 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Mumbai | Rajany Pradhan, Mumbai
Shabana on father Kaifi Azmi: He was funny, would have me in splits all the time
Shabana Azmi and Baba Azmi talk about their father Kaifi Azmi on his 98th birth anniversary; discuss Jashn-e-Kaifi, an annual event that they host to commemorate the day.
Updated on Jan 18, 2017 07:36 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Rajany Pradhan, Mumbai
Generally, people promote talent from their families only: Kailash Kher
Kailash Kher talks about his early days in the industry and the importance of promoting new talent. The singer recently came forward to support two new bands, SurFira and Indie Routes.
Updated on Jan 18, 2017 07:53 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Rajany Pradhan, Mumbai
We have a great bunch of musicians who are fabulous: Ustad Zakir Hussain
Ustad Zakir Hussain says audiences need to pay attention to other tabla players. He also talks about how his family makes him feel humble.
Updated on Jan 10, 2017 06:25 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Rajany Pradhan, Mumbai
From food tours to bleisure: Major travel trends to watch out for in 2017
Wherever they go, travellers always look forward to having an experience of a lifetime. Travel industry experts forecast the hottest trends of 2017.
Published on Jan 02, 2017 07:22 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Rajany Pradhan, Mumbai
Music composers here have no choice but to deliver what is asked: Kailash Kher
Singer Kailash Kher talks about his musical journey; says he is happy that his parents saw him achieve success.
Updated on Dec 22, 2016 07:15 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Rajany Pradhan, Mumbai
Creative differences are bound to crop up: Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia
Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia talks about his equation with Pandit Shivkumar Sharma. Adds that singers today have a relaxed attitude.
Updated on Feb 24, 2017 11:14 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Rajany Pradhan, Mumbai
There are not many takers for experimental music in India: Amit Trivedi
Music composure Amit Trivedi feels there are less takers of experimental music in India; talks about the four categories of Bollywood songs.
Updated on Nov 12, 2016 07:53 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Rajany Pradhan, Mumbai
Before the onset of Diwali, Dadar flower market is abuzz with activity
With Diwali just around the corner, we go behind the scenes at the flower market in Dadar, where we talk to vendors and buyers about why the festival is special to them.
Updated on Oct 22, 2016 09:59 AM IST
hindsustan Times | Rajany Pradhan, Mumbai
Mumbai local railway stations get an arty makeover
Local railway stations across Mumbai are grabbing the attention of commuters, and are compelling people to stand up and take notice. Two city-based NGOs brought together 25,000 volunteers to turn the dull and lifeless premises of 36 stations into art hubs.
Updated on Oct 20, 2016 12:25 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Rajany Pradhan, Mumbai
Not many Bollywood songs have come my way, and I’m also selective: Papon
Singer Papon believes that music directors in Bollywood are under a lot of pressure to deliver a certain kind of music, but despite of the fact, many of them are doing wonderful work.
Updated on Oct 10, 2016 08:58 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Rajany Pradhan, Mumbai
Five facts about Lata Mangeshkar every fan must know
Lata Mangeshkar, whose voice took the whole nation by storm, started her musical sojourn at a very young age. We discovered few heartwarming episodes from the living legend’s life that had a deep impact on her and shaped her into the personality we know today.
Updated on Sep 28, 2016 08:19 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Rajany Pradhan, Mumbai