Tribute to DirectorV,Srinivasan.
March 16, 2009 by krishnamachari ragavan
To day i am going to Pen an interesting Film Director from Tamil film ,created a revolution in Comedy movies Three decades back with Late,Nagesh and Cho is ,none other then Director V.Srinivasan of Muktha films.Many films he has created with all Top classactors and made the Fans entertaining is not a Exagerated one.If My Memory is correct Muthalali ,film was directed by him with S.S.Rajendran and Devika made a Super hit in those days.T.M.Sounderrajan’s Erikkarai melay was a hit song,still ringing inmy ears.Among his creations i still remember Ayirampoi,Thenmalai,Ninaivilnindraval,Niraikudam,Thavaputhalvan, andAndhaman kathali.One of the Versatile Director liked by all film Personalities.His Brother V.Ramaswamy was associated with him in Muktha films.Good talented technicians was in his unit.Today i am happy to pen this Personality.Stalwart cho was introduced by this Director for his film Thenmalai and later many movies.The combination ofCho,Nagesh and DirectorV.Srinivasan was very successfulone in thosedays.If Muthalali was not directed by him kindly ignore.To my little knowledge i am giving this column.
Regards.
K.Ragavan.
Seeyou Nextweek.
March.16.09.

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Article Published in Gulf today on 14.mARCH.09.u.a.e.
March 14, 2009 by krishnamachari ragavan
A friend

indeed

Recently, a close friend rang up to ask: “Am I not your friend?”

I was stunned. He then gave the answer. “How is your wife? Is she recovering?”

I realised why he put that question.

A few days ago, my wife slipped and hurt her leg during a routine evening walk. When I was waiting for the X-ray result at the hospital, another common friend saw me. I understood that this common friend might have informed my other friend. I apologised for not having informed him about the mishap.

He replied: “It’s my duty to help you at this hour, that was the reason I got upset.”

That same evening he visited us at home and enquired from my wife about her wellbeing.

A friend in need is a friend indeed.

K. Ragavan

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Letter published in Khaleejtimes (weekend)on 13.March.09.Uae.
March 13, 2009 by krishnamachari ragavan
Stressbuster That today’s global economy will affect people’s normal lifestyle is certainly true. People are still living in the way they used to live, without coming to terms with the new reality. This can lead to stress and tension. Everything from inflation to traffic can increase this stress so it’s important to follow the tips given in your Nutritionist column. A balanced diet is important to get rid of stress, particularly at this time of global recession.
-K Ragavan, Ajman



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Letter Published in Gulf news on 13.March.09.U.A.E.
March 13, 2009 by krishnamachari ragavan
Preplanned

The arrest warrant on Sudan’s President Omar Hassan Al Bashir was a preplanned development – one which is very sad and painful to read (”Al Bashir warrant mat affect Egypt’s security,” Gulf News, March 8).

Sudan is blessed with natural resources and oil was the main attraction for Bashir’s warrant. If the International Criminal Court (ICC) wants to try Sudan’s president for war crimes, what about the war crimes conducted by ex-US president George Bush? This is unfair and unacceptable.
From Mr,K.Ragavan

Ajman

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Tribute to Director T.R.Ramanna.
March 9, 2009 by krishnamachari ragavan
Today i remembered an another Entertaining Director in Tamilfilm is none other thenDirector T.R.Ramanna.Known for his popular Banner R.R.Pictures,Ramanna has created many films.His films willcarry songs,music and good Cinemotography.M.A.Rehman was his cinemotographer for many of his films. For me his memorable films are,Kulebagavalli,Naan,Panakkarakudambam,periyaedathupen,sorkkam andmoondrueluthu.Naan was a superhit in those days withRavichandran as Hero.M.G.R and B.Sarojadevi are acted in Most of his films.Naan was taken in Hindi also as waris.All his films are mass appeal with good songs.Andru vanthathumathey nila,from Periya edathupen,Ponmagal vanthal from Sorkkam ,Aniyayam indha atchi,from Kulebagavalli is stillringing in my ears.Soft spoken Ramanna had his Era with top class actors in his unit.I am Happy to Pen this Talented Director. Regards. K.Ragavan. Seeyou nextweek. March.9.09.

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Article Published in Gulf today on 7.March.09.Uae.
March 7, 2009 by krishnamachari ragavan
Help and land

in trouble

Last week after finshing some work at Bur Dubai, I wanted to travel by Abra to Deira for a change.

Till last year, Abra was the cheapest mode of conveyance in the UAE, at an affordable price of 50 fils, but now the fare has doubled.

Yet, compared to other modes of travel, this is not only economical but also time saving. I was about to board when suddnly a friend called out. We had a chat for a few minutes and he left.

While waiting for another boat, I saw a person taking out his purse to take change for the ticket, but a Dhs5 note was carried away by the wind.

Another person ran behind it and brought it to the owner. After receiving the note, instead of thanking him, the guy started shouting: “Mine was a Dhs50 note. Where is that?”

The person who ran behind the note was taken aback.

After seeing the drama, I intervened and came to the rescue of the helpful person.

“Yours was a Dhs5 note. I saw with my own eyes,” I explained.

The accuser relented reluctantly.

These are the people who bring a bad reputation to humanity. Many hesitate to help because of such people.

K. Ragavan

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Letter Published in The times of india website.nov.28.08.
March 7, 2009 by krishnamachari ragavan
.Ragavan.,Dubai.uae.,says:What ever be the reasons this attack is strongly condonmed and un acceptable.The home ministry should have acted vigilantly.Ultimate sufferer is the People.
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Letter Published in Khaleejtimes(Weekend)on 6.March.09.uae.
March 6, 2009 by krishnamachari ragavan
Sanaa stories. Your travel article about Yemen was very interesting to read. The beautiful panoramic view captured by the writer was nicely elaborated by the pluses and minuses of the country. It was interested to read about the local people and their hospitality and culture. What impressed me the most was the way the writer rated Yemen against the UAE, Qatar and Oman. But for political instability and some attacks against western targets Sanaa would not be thought of in the same way.

K.Ragavan,Ajman

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Tribute toDirector ChoRamaswamy.
March 2, 2009 by krishnamachari ragavan
Today i am Going to Pen an another interesting person from the tamil film is Actor,Director and Popular Journalist is None other then Ramaswamy ,Popularly Known as Cho.Directed few films before Four decades back ,among those films Manamoru kurangu and Mohamed bin Thuklak was a Memorable one.He not only gave Entertainment but also Made the Audience to think. He was associated with Muktha Films Director V.Srinivasan for many years given screenplay ,Dialoques and acted Many films . Lawer by Profession,.Bold and strong in conviction person liked by ,not only from Film fraternity but also from politicians.His Magazine Thuklak one of the largest circulated magazine. in South india.His recent Television serialconcept Engay Brahman was welcomed by all..Today i am Happy to pen this Stalwart.
Regards.
K.Ragavan.
SeeyouNext week.
March.2.09.
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Article Published in Gulftoday on 28.Feb.09.Uae.
February 28, 2009 by krishnamachari ragavan
Good news & pocket pinch

Several friends rang me up to share their joy over the winning of eight Oscar awards by the movie “Slumdog Millionaire.” Music Director AR Rahman bagged two awards for his song and music composing. Even though the picture elicited controversial comments from critics for depicting India’s poverty and ignoring the other side of the story, I am happy that the prestigious awards were bestowed on the team.

And for a change recession came in handy as an excuse to a friend. Even as his colleagues insisted that he should throw a party, he casually replied, “I would have happily agreed if not for recession.”

K. Ragavan