By Melvin Durai Sometime in the 1990s, I started growing a beard and have maintained it since then, except for one or two lapses. The last time I shaved it off, my wife and kids screamed in unison: “Grow it back! Grow it back! We can see your face!” The nice thing about having a […]
By Manju Mittal Appurv Gupta an IT professional and the Indian stand-up comedian by passion, came to Sydney with his gifted talent to perform live for the Sydneysiders on February 9, 2019 at Carlingford Community Centre. Appurv Gupta is considered as one of the best comedians in India. Owner of JRPM Events Rachit Dhingra and […]
By Shreena Hronsky In how many movies have we seen heroes running up to their mehboobs with roses in their hands to celebrate Valentine’s Day ? Come to think of it, exactly how is romance portrayed on the big screen ? Does art imitate life when it comes to romance ? Or what we see […]
By Melvin Durai When it comes to adopting new technology, I’m not what you’d call a “trendsetter.” I’m more like a “trend wetter.” I splash water on the trend, try to make it go away. Unlike some people, I don’t stand in line for hours to buy the latest gadget at an exorbitant price. I […]
By Melvin Durai I’ve been a parent for more than 16 years and let me tell you, it isn’t easy. Every stage of a child’s life unleashes new challenges on a parent. When I hear that a group of kids has committed a misdeed of some sort, I’m not quick to blame poor parenting. I […]
By Rekha Rajvanshi Once again, Vipul Vyas, a veteran director, producer and actor has made a mark by producing his new play, for the charity ”˜Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation, Australia (EVF).’ A well-scripted, directed and acted play ”˜Shaadi ka Laddu aur Laddu ki Shaadi’ was staged on Saturday, July 28 at NIDA (National Institute of Dramatic […]
By Anu Jose The Indian All Star Comedy Showcase gave an Indian flavour to the Melbourne Comedy Festival and a new notion that Indians are capable of stand up. Starring Sorabh Pant, Azeem Banatwalla, Rahul Subramanian and Aditi Mittal the audience were kept laughing and at times shuddering as they made fun of Indians, Australians, […]
Indian Literary and Art Society of Australia (ILASA) Inc celebrated Holi in their artistic style on March 11th this year. As the saying goes ”˜Bura Na Mano Holi hai’ (do not mind it is Holi), Holi is the festival of friendship and love. Many Kavi Sammelans are organized in India around Holi where poets […]
Featuring the hottest artists from the subcontinent, this vibrant showcase shines a light on the red-hot state of the Indian comedy scene. A one-of-a-kind chance to see the future of world comedy! Taking to the stage in Melbourne are: Founding member of ”˜East India Comedy’, Sorabh Pant – best known for his incredible energy and […]
The fantastically funny performers delivering a captivating serve of comedy culture this year, include: Azeem Banatwalla (India), one of India’s premier comedy stars known for his sharp comedy writing, intelligent stand-up and natural charisma. A member of the popular comedy collective ”˜East India Comedy’, he recently landed his own Amazon Prime stand-up special. Watch Azeem […]