The Great Indian Tamasha

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This is the age of reality television. Any entertainment channel would tell you that. But I am sure during the trust vote these channels have suffered from low TRPs. Thanks to the reality drama that unfolded in the parliament. It had all the ingredients of a good reality show. The goal - The PM's seat. Now lets look at the contenders. Contestant number one is Manmohan Singh - reigning king. He remains quiet, and makes his points only after consulting with his PR and political guru. He feels his dignified approach is all that's needed to convince people. In a reality show you would probably call him an underdog too and though you don't know how much he is capable of; your heart goes out to him and you think maybe he should win. But deep down you are not sure. Contestant number two LK Advani -....

Appadi Podu memories

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Appadi Podu is an exultation, the words do not have a specific meaning as such, but just like Chak De, Appadi Podu's meaning can take various textures. Or like some people on the internet say, it is like the Tamil Mauja hi Mauja. Till about 4 years ago, appadi podu was just an expression for me. But the song Appadi Podu from the Tamil film Gilli changed it all. My earliest memory of the song is of my then 2 year old nephew dancing on wobbly legs to the tune. A foot tapping number picturised on the Tamil superstar Vijay, Appadi podu soon became a must play at all celebrations and events in Tamilnadu. What worked for the song was typical Tamil gaana beats set to a modern tempo. The song was a rage all over South India. But I realized the extent of the song's popularity only a....