Tribute to Cinematographer G.Vittal Rao 286.

Today i am going to pen another interesting film personality from Tamil film industry is none other than Cinematographer G.Vittal Rao..He has created a good  image  four decades backwith  Late Director A.Bheem singh is worth to be mentioned here.Worked with many leading heroes of ester years and directors.His association with Director  A.Bheem singh made him a good name in the industry.Beautiful out door shots will be more visible in his movies.He has given many remarkable movies in which a couple of films i still remember.Those movies are Anbu,Bhagapirivinai,PasaMalar,Rakhi,(Hindi) Gopi  (Hindi) Pachai Vilaku,Palani,  Memorable Paar Magaley Par ,PavaMannipu, and some films i could n't recollect.Director A.Bheem Singh and G.Vittal Rao 's combination was one of the best in those days.With out much technological advancements Vittal Rao has delivered many  memorable movies.Today Indian film industry has many talented technicians in all fields and particularly Cinematography. Vittal rao has also contributed to Hindi ,and other languages movies. Today i am happy to tribute this  stalwart who inspired cine fans with his work.
K.Ragavan.
See You Next Week
17-2-14.

Letter.

Letter Published in The National Uae on 17Feb 14Unruly MP should be taken to task

I was shocked to read the news report Indian MP releases tear gas in parliament during Telangana debate (February 13). I wonder why these legislators are not punished by their parties for such uncivilised behaviour. As for this individual, he should be sacked from his party immediately and should not be eligible to contest the election, which will serve as an example for others. That is unlikely to happen and his shameful action will only set a bad precedent.

K Ragavan, India

Article 338.

Article Published in The Gulf Today Uae on 15 Feb 14 (Article 338)

Cherry’ friend

On my routine walk, a friend greeted me and enquired about my recent trip to Chennai to attend many weddings. After a brief conversation, he asked, “Did you meet your ‘cherry friend’?” I had written about a cheery friend recently in a newspaper and was happy that he remembered the article. Who says the print media is weakening!
K. Ragavan

Letter.

Letter Published in The National Uae on 13Feb 14Amritsar a dark chapter in politics

The report on Britain’s role in the Amritsar operations was an interesting read (Britain confirms ‘limited’ role in deadly raid on Golden Temple, February 5).

Despite the statement by the British foreign secretary William Hague that his country’s involvement was limited to “advising India” before the deadly 1984 raid on the Golden Temple in Amritsar, it was very unfortunate.

This statement coincided with Rahul Gandhi’s recent television interview. It is evident that Britain might have stayed away from all this had Congress not encouraged it to advise.

These are some of the dark chapters of Indian politics.

K Ragavan,

Letter.

Letter Published in The New Indian Express Bangalore on 12Feb 14 City Express Issue

MY CITY MY TAKE

WORK DELAY BY RAILWAYS

CORRUPT ATTITUDE

Railway projects being given to private investment firms ma be a viable solution.when

private investors are involved,thy may do a better jobif selected by merit and back ground.Transparency and accountability is very important.Self interest often over takes public interest  because of corrupt attitude. It is high time that projects start without further delay.

Ragavan Krishnamachary

Life is Beautiful 203.

Kathambari took the phone.Atkinson was in the other line
Kathambari.Good morning sir.
Atkinson.Good news to you  Kathambari .Our channel won the best rating in Middle east.
Kathambari.
Yes i heard just now from Ram.He was trying your number but switched off.
Atkinson.I see ,i called you for other reason that our today's lunch programme cancelled.
Kathambari.Why
Atkinson. Lizioli's wife was admitted in the hospital for mild heart attack.He has to fly along with his friend.
Kathambari.O.K.Sir i will pass this message to Ram.
Vasanthy was happy to hear this news.
Kathambari called Ram and told that their afternoon meeting with Lizioli was cancelled.
Ram as per the original plan you are coming to our place for lunch.
One minitue i will give to Mummy.
Vasanthy.Ram come to our home  for lunch.Kathambari will pick you from your place.
Ram.O.K.See youin the after noon.
Ram was happy about the sudden development.At last he has destained to meet his beautiful Vasanthy.Same thinking came to Vasanthy also  i need not tell.They are designed beauti fully for each other.
Ram  decided to buy some sweets particularly Mysore pak of Krishna sweets which vasanthy likes very much.
He was ready at 12-30.At that time his phone was ringing.
K.Ragavan.
See You Next Week,
11-2-14.

Tribute to Cinematographer B.S.Lokanath 285.

Today i remembered another interesting  film personality from south indian film industry is none other than Late Cinematographer B.S.Loganath.He was associated with Stalwart Director K.Bala Chander for many years.He was one of the Popular Cinematographers five  decades back created  a big impact was not a exaggerated one.With out much advancement in  those days he made a big name  with his wonderful shots both in indoor as well out door.He  has won Tamil Nadu state film award and National film award for Apoorva ragangal and Ninaithale Inikum is worth to be mentioned here.He has contributed more then 60 films  of four languages  to be laudable. He has worked with all top class actors and Directors.I have seen couple of films of this doyen.Those movies are,Apoorvaragangal,Ninaithale inikum,Agni satchi,Ek dujhe keli ye (Hindi)and some films  i am unable to remember.Liked by one and all from the film fraternity.Even though he has departed his remarkable frame work in front of us..He was created a new concept  in Cinematography in those days with out much  technical advancement.Today i am happy to tribute this Wonderful Personality.
K.Ragavan.
See You Next  Week,
10-2-14.
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