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KATHMANDU, April 30:  Six selected Israeli films will be screened on the occasion of the sixth Israeli Film Festival starting this Wednesday at the Russian Cultural Centre, Kamal Pokhari. A press statement issued by the Embassy of Israel mentions that the selected movies range from drama, comedy, friendship to family, religion and romance.
The festival is scheduled to be inaugurated on May 3 by popular Nepali actor/comedians Madan Krishna Shrestha and Hari Bamsha Acharya.

The award winning Israeli film “Late Marriage” will be shown on the opening day. The screening will be open to the public May 4 onwards.

The statement further says, “The selected films have been screened at prestigious festivals around the world and are a window to modern Israeli culture. It reflects the colorful cultures of Israel and Jewish traditions.”

Through the three day festival based on the theme of ‘diversity in Israeli Society’, the Embassy of Israel hopes to strengthen cultural ties between Israel and Nepal.

Entry to the event is free and passes are available at the Embassy of Israel, Kathmandu and at the Russian Culture Centre on the day of the show.

Screening schedule:
May 4, 3.00 pm  Desperado Square (2001)  Director: Benny Toraty
Morris Mandabon made a vow never to screen movies at his neighborhood theatre, but on the one year anniversary of his death, Morris visits his youngest son Nissim (Nir Levy) in a dream and urges him to re-open the theatre.

Thus begins a moving and sensitively wrought Israeli drama that touches on themes of memory, family, and cultural obligation. Winner of 5 Israeli Academy Awards, Benny Toraty’s drama also boasts a talented ensemble cast and a spirited soundtrack of ethnic music.

May 4, 5.30 pm  Day After Day (1998)  Director: Amos Gitai
A slice of life - day after day - in Haifa, where Moshe and Didi’s marriage is on the rocks, affairs are casual, and Moshe’s angst about health, his parents, sex, communication, and business are pervasive and existential.

Moshe’s mother is Jewish, his father an Arab; his father may or may not sell ancestral land; his wife and mistress have lovers, one is a close friend; much of Moshe’s surroundings seem under construction or in renovation. A cousin watches a security monitor without comment. Is there allegory in this portrait of an anxious Israeli approaching middle age?
May 5, 3.00 pm
James’ Journey to Jerusalem (2003)
Director: Ra’anan Alexandrowicz
A Christian African discovers the rough realities of the Western world during his spiritual pilgrimage to Jerusalem in this poignant satire. James (an impressive Siyabonga Melongisi Shibe) yearns to be a pastor, so he travels from his small village to Jerusalem to experience the holiest of cities.

The plans change, though, when the innocent, dreadlocked pilgrim is denied entrance into the city and locked in a cell with other immigrants. A new journey begins when James is bailed out by a stranger who introduces the boy to the corruptions of capitalism.

May 5, 5.30 pm  Ushpizin(2003) Director: Gidi Dar
Moshe and Mali, a barren Orthodox couple, find themselves totally broke and destitute on the eve of the Jewish Holy day of Succot. As they pray desperately to the Lord to save them, the impossible happens. Their prayer is heard and they accidentally receive a charitable donation.

A miracle however, doesn’t come without a test. Two escaped convicts appear uninvited on the couple’s doorstep. The outrageous behavior of these unholy messengers puts Moshe and Mali’s faith to the ultimate test.
May 6, 3.00 pm  Columbian Love (2004)   Director: Shay Kanot
A notorious Casanova, Zidane happily leads a life unlike that of his two friends Omer and Uri who endure the agony of commitment -- until a beautiful Colombian woman from Zidane’s past pulls him into the romantic fray.
Now, as the three men attempt to decipher the mysteries of women, they’re forever reminded that love frequently offers up equal doses of happiness and misery in this lighthearted Israeli comedy.

May 6, 5.30 pm  Late Marriage (2001)   Director: Dover Koshashvili
Yasha and Lili would like ZaZa, their 32 years old son to be married the Georgian way and tradition. Every night they set out to check yet another potential bride. Zaza charms them but at the critical moment, he ruins everything. Zaza is madly in love with Judith, a single mother with a 6 years old daughter. When Zaza’s parents find out about their son’s secret affair, all hell breaks loose...

Israeli films in town

Posted On 30 April 2011 | By Glamour Nepal
Rise Music Presents,   Biratnagar Extravaganza, Musical Live Concert, 2068 jestha 07 saturday , Sudina Park, Namasakra Hotel, Traffic Chwok, Biratnagar.

Cobweb, B-Siderz (Biratnagar), Indira Joshi, Mingam Sherpa, Suman Shrestha, Sanjiv Singh, Kosish Chhetri, Ravi R.S., Shruti Singh, Jagat Bohara, Faraj Arpan, Performing Live on stage with Super Hit Songs,  Mahadev Tripathi Performing latest hot Comedies As well as Shashi Khadka (Hot Actress) performing Very Hot Dance on Stage. Dj Knoxx and Dj Ansu is ready to make you dance on the floor with re-mix  tracks like hindi, nepali, english and House mix......and all time hit MC Shusil Nepal is to Much Excited to See you all in Biratnagar Extravaganza, Live Concert at Biratnagar.

Hope, see You all Guys and  Girls be there......

Biratnagar Extravaganza, Musical Live Concert

Posted On 29 April 2011 | By Glamour Nepal
Sushmita's New Album MANN KO KURA included six Songs 1.Udoo udoo lagyo. 2.Dholi sajaau 3.Malai maya garne 4.Yo sansar 5.Mann ko kura 6.Bhet bhayo. vocal preformed by sushmita. lyrics written by lokendre khatri, dhaemendra sewan, deepak kathipa, yadav kheral, basant bityasi thapa and Sushmita. Music composed & arranged by 1,2,3,4,5 biju bajra and  6 ashok rai.Audio Marketed by Best Tone Music.

SUSHMITA's Mann Ko Kura Released

Posted On 28 April 2011 | By Glamour Nepal

ALOK THAPA                                            
KATHMANDU, April 28: ‘One man talent brigade’ shouldn’t be an exaggeration if bestowed upon Nima Rumba.Melding songwriting, singing and acting into a career that spans over two decades, he sure has carved a niche for himself in the Nepali music scene.Rumba, always up for a challenge is not one to shy away from experimenting. Peppered from infectious pop to jazzy tunes his eclectic discography, seven albums to date, is set to soon release his eighth one. Come May 13, 2011, after a gap of four years his eighth album titled “PROstyle Rangaun Ki Ma…” is ready to hit the shelves. So what took him so long? “After the seventh album ‘Pride’, I got busy with movie shoots, endorsements, concerts; plus, I really didn’t want to rush and put out an album for the sake of it,” shared the singer, who is thankful to Dabur Vatika PROstyle for supporting him in his latest venture.

The eight songs which have been arranged by the likes of Manoj KC, Tsujil Karmacharya, Gopal Rasaily, Bibash Paudel and Mohit Munal, have added their own personal flair to the compilation.

Along with the craftiness of Rumba, the album promises to be a musical potpourri. Shedding more light into the album, Rumba revealed that the album will consist of Pop, Rock, Tamang Selo and a Bhajan. And it was the latter that caught us by surprise, Bhajan! But then knowing Rumba’s past of tinkering with musical styles, it was, let’s just say, foreseeable.

The music video of the title song “PROstyle Rangaun Ki Ma…” is already out and he shared his plans of releasing his 2nd music video on the official launch date of his album. Busy with promotional work, Rumba added that PROstyle is also running a consumer contest in the popular musical program of Image TV - ‘PROstyle Music of Your Choice’.

The callers get a chance to dine with the singer and win his autographed album, along with bumper prizes worth NPR 40,000 from the fashion store – Life.

Rumba's 8th rumble

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AVASH KARMACHARYA
Director Rohan Sippy, son of veteran producer, director Ramesh Sippy is not just good about making peppy fun-to-watch films like Kuch Naa Kaho and Bluffmaster. In his recent directorial, Dum Maaro Dum, he definitely proves that his collars consists of more than just masala fillings.
Dum Maaro Dum, depicts a hard hitting punch on the face of the other side of  reality in one of the most happening places in the world – Goa. Producer father and director son welcome you to Goa and unveil a picture , that is neither beautiful nor  found in most Bollywood cinemas.












































It was two decades ago, when filmmaker Pankaj Parasher, portrayed Goa as a drug-busting hotspot in his film Jalwa. Director Rohan Sippy deals with a similar plot once again, but with a tight screenplay, power-backed dialogues and intense characters.

Each character in the film is a “hero” in their own discipline. You can’t take your eyes off the screen  even when you realize that each character is self-destructive and  they live up to their roles until  the very end.

Lorry (Prateik Babbar) along with his girlfriend gains admission to a University in the USA but unfortunately doesn’t get the scholarships to fulfill his dream. It’s a matter of 15, 000 USD for which he is set aback while his girlfriend leaves for America. In pursuit of earning that 15, 000 US dollars and avoid the loneliness of being in a long-distance relationship, he undertakes the risky business of flying drugs to the US. Ricky, Lorry’s friend and a local drug dealer gets him involved  into the crime. Although innocent he gets caught in the act.

 Biscuit (Aditya Pancholi) is the king of drug dealing in Goa while Zoe (Bipasa Basu) is his girlfriend, more of a mistress and a partner in crime. DJ Joki (Rana Dagubati) is Zoe’s ex-boy friend who  wants to protect Lorry  and tries to get him out of trouble.

ACP Vishnu Kamath (Abhisekh Bachchan) is a once corrupt cop, who took in a lot of bribe to fulfill his family’s desire. But after the death of his wife (Vidya Balan) and son in a road accident, he decides change himself and works towards  eradicating  all drug mafias from Goa.

Goa is the final character in the film, divided into four parts – Drug society led by the Russians, Nigerians, British and the local mafias.

The film is certainly not the ride of the prudish. For the rest, violence takes the proceedings.

In many ironic ways, Dum Maaro Dum celebrates the loss of virtue that ends up haunting the beaches of various  touristic destinations through the lenses of Goa. About the plot, it proceeds at an alarming fast pace, leaving the viewers wanting to see more of the developing relationship between the characters. If only ACP Kamath’s growing bond  towards the world around him could have been elaborated, things would have been justified a bit more. Likewise, Zoe’s longing for her innocence, while being fully engulfed by  alcohol and drugs is highly touching. But before, you long to know more about her, the character is not present for further explanations.

Other characters are equally of intense gravity – the pain lashed minor boy, Lorry who gets arrested at the airport for carrying drugs and loses faith in himself, DJ Joki who loses his love to crime, and Biscuit, who gives up everything to stay as the emperor of drug dealings until his death one fine day due to  depression and overdose. All the characters are a mystery within themselves, while being constantly active on screen.

Abhisekh Bachchan certainly is the show stealer in the movie. He not just looks tough in the film; his character is of great potential. His dialogue delivery is neat and lives up to most of the expressions and gestures.  For his role, Abhisekh instills a kind of a flexible laconism that makes the anguish of the cop remarkably free of self blameworthy.
The only thing that sets you back is while listen to RD Burman’s classic hit number “Dum Maaro Dum” remixed badly by a promising musician of Bollywood – Pritam Chakroborty.

Starring: Abhisekh Bachchan, Aditya Pancholi, Prateik Babbar, Rana Dagubati, Bipasha Basu, Govind Namdeo, Monty Munford, Vidya Balan (Special Appearance) and Deepika Padukone (Special Appearance).
Directed by: Rohan Sippy,  Produced by: Ramesh Sippy, Story by: Shridhar Raghvan
Genre: Action Thriller

Dum Maaro Dum

Posted On 25 April 2011 | By Glamour Nepal
 
Nepali Fashion Calender 2068-Baisakh, Photography & Design: Kamal Shrestha, Model: Sumnima Dewan (Miss Mangol 2011), Style &Concept: Jayan Subba, Co-Ordinator: Sovi Bista, Fashion Designer: Saurav Acharya, Style Co-Ordinator: Alisha Khadgi, Make up Artist: Amrit Marahatta, Asst Designer: Kalpana Siwakoti Shrestha, Asst. Photographer: Kuber Tamang.

Nepali Fashion Calender 2068 baisakh

Posted On 22 April 2011 | By Glamour Nepal
Ustad Zila Khan belongs to the seventh generation of the Imadadkhani sitar and surbahar (bass sitar) gharana of India. She is the daughter of the sitar maestro, the late Ustad Vilayat Khan who took her under his wings, making her the first girl in their gharana to perform publicly. That was at a time when women were not allowed to perform outside their home. 

Zila, the proud daughter's eyes twinkle with pride, fondness and mischief when she talks about her father. If you watch the 6.48-minute-long Spirit to Soul, a documentary she made on her father, you will know how dearly she holds him. She exclaims, "I was very close to my father. People who have seen me with him used to say, 'She is Sir Vilayat Khan's eyes. He looks at the world through her eyes'." As for her musical journey with him, she says, "Very proudly, he wanted me to be heard by everybody. I think he also did it because he wanted to set an example. Only he could have done it, only Ustad Vilayat Khan could have done it and he did it!"  

And of course, once you listen to Zila sing, you just cannot escape the intensity and the beauty of a voice that engulfs you, and you will know exactly why Ustad Vilayat Khan wanted her "to be heard by everybody". Her voice is captivating and powerful, and her songs feel like a long-lost conversation you once had... Sufism and its music is about ishq (love), about taarif (praises)… about all forms of emotions. And Ustad Zila Khan is indeed fulfilling the promises she had given her father and doing her best to keep the magic of Sufi music alive in today's world. We caught up with Zila Khan after attending her concert in Kathmandu where we realised instantly that more people needed to know about this genre of music. 

  Excerpts:
What we discovered about Sufi music through your concert is that it is powerful, soulful and a celebratory form of music. How would you define it?
Absolutely! It is a form of celebrating the existence of life through music as humans. When God created humans, he wanted us to be the closest to what He is. That is why it is said that, we, human beings, are made from his Noor, from His light. Then He gave us choices unlike when He created the angels. Angels don't have choices like we do. They are made to pray for Him and made to surrender. He has blessed us with the power of making a choice; for example, what to do and what not to, or what to love and what not to, is a huge power. Sufism is celebrating His creation through taarif in many different ways for God, for our peers (gurus) and His many creations. But not everyone is born or has favourable circumstances to do the same. So the ones who are privileged should pave the way for the underprivileged. Underprivileged does not entirely mean people with less money or less comfort. It also means people with less knowledge.
Was that why you opened the music school, Ustadgah?
Yes, and that is why I teach the underprivileged musically talented children at Ustadgah.
…underprivileged musically talented?
Because, I, in my one life cannot waste my time teaching people who are not serious about music. I have to do as much as I can efficiently, and my energy has to go into those who will preserve our heritage and give their life to music. Sufi music is liberating. I have been blessed to be born in a family of greatness to acquire that knowledge. So I am creating opportunities and circumstances that I myself received for those people who have the desire to learn and expand their knowledge.
Tell us a little more about your music school...
Students are taken into Ustadgah on a three-year scholarship programme. On finishing their curriculum, they are given a platform to perform at the international level. With the learning of classical music, they are also taught about today's world music so that they would be able to have a better life, so that they could make a living. We have visiting professors from different areas of life, some of the biggest names. They come and stay for around three days—to interact with the children about their experiences, joke, and eat with them. It is just the way we grew up at home, meeting the greatest minds of the world who used to come and meet my father. Interacting with them made me confident to ask any question, to see their faults, yet respect them for their particular expertise.
Are you acknowledging that commercialisation is a challenge?
Oh yes, very much nowadays.
You are the first and only female Sufi singer from the Imadadkhani gharana. How did it happen?
Right from childhood, my passion, my desire and my madness for music was so amazing. I made the conscious decision that I wanted to sing when I was 12 years old. I started learning music right from childhood, with the boys, the students, and everyone from the family. I was playing the sitar, I was singing and everything... But at 12 years of age, it shook me. And I… cried, and I said to my father, "What is the future of a girl in our society? Is she born and then she grows up, has a husband, a family, and she dies? Is that a life? I see a blank wall in front of me." In a way, I think I could ask these questions because there was already equality in the family between sons and daughters. On the other hand, the reason I asked was because women earlier were not allowed to perform outside. It took my father two days to take a decision. After two days of thinking, he called me and took my hand in his and said, "I cannot see a blank wall in front of any of my children and I will teach you as I would teach a boy. How you present yourself has to be more important and you have to be more careful than the boys because you will be the first woman to be allowed to perform Sufi in public. You carry mine and your forefathers' name, you carry their heritage, the respect they have earned and their passion. It is a field of a lot of attraction, people will be crazy about you, they will give their life for you. Men will throw themselves at your feet just to have one word of sweetness from you. I will not only prepare you in music for this, I will also prepare you in life."
So did men fall at your feet and everything that your father said happen?
(Smiles and replies very calmly) Of course. In every relationship, if the relationship is bigger than the people involved, then the relationship becomes more meaningful than one's love or faults.


To listen to Zila Khan, these are some of the albums you can shop for:
1. Ishq Ki Nayee Bahar
2. Secrets of the Divine
3. Sar Masti—A tribute to Hazrat Amir Khusrow
4. Zila—The girl child
5. Sing with Sufis

Text written by Samridhi Rana  Photo by Shankar Bir Byanjankar

Sufi Music is liberating...... Ustad Zila Khan, Sufi Singer

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After the popularity of the famous song “ekanta cha thaun” COD BAND,  Alis Rana, the 21 year-old-singer, now a composer, music director, graphic designer and an owner of a company,shares the secrets behind his success.
 # At what age did you step into the entertainment industry?
When our band came out with our first single “ekanta cha thaun.” All of the band members were just 15 and were in class seven.
# What made you think that you would end up in this sector?
I had never intended to step into this sector but as a child I always loved singing and it was one of my hobbies. That was the main driving force that pulled me to this profession.
# What turned you into a graphic designer, which is totally different from music?
Initially I enjoyed designing and editing pictures and always wanted to learn more. Gradually, I learnt graphic designing on my own I didn’t intend to be a graphic designer.
# Which role do you enjoy playing the most? Director/composer/designer/singer?
As singing is my hobby I have to be a little biased with my profession and say that I enjoy being a singer the most.
# Who do you give all the credit to for being such a successful person?
The only person I’d love to thank is my late mother, who was the one to push me into this. She always used to bug me by saying that “do something on our own..make sure that you are known later as someone who stood up on his feet!” and that was the initial inspiration for me. Her words still mean a lot to me and that’s why I want to achieve more so that I can fulfill her wishes.
# How did you meet your band members? How old were you?  Whose idea was it to start the band?
My ex- band members and I were classmates in Paragon School and it all happened out of the blue. One day we were studying together and then it just clicked to me that we should come up with a band.  As a child, everyone dreams about it but my friends and I really wanted to do it. So that thought took a serious turn and we came up with the conclusion that we wanted to be known as the youngest Nepali band. So that’s how it happened.
# Were you always encouraged by your family members for all the concerts and shows?
As a young band, we never got to perform outside due to our families and studies. Back then they used to emphasize on our studies and “SLC” more than our upcoming careers so we were never allowed to go out of town for concerts.
# You’ve opened up a new company now. What does it do? 
My company is called “Superstar Entertainment” and is in a partnership with one of my friends Bidhan Pradhan. It’s been almost three months since we have been running this company together. Basically, we launch new artists and their music. I take care of all the creative work whereas, Bidhan does all the corporate errands. (laughs).
# Under whose supervision did you / the band actually work?
I’ve been asked too many times about “Who is your band manager?” and I’ve always had the same answer that we never had any band manger and never will. We have done everything on our own from the age of 15 and now that we are mature enough I believe that we can take it on ourselves.

Text and Image Sourse :  Puja thapa / Teenz Mag.

Get Inspired

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Have you always dreamed of becoming an actress? Imagined being wrapped in the glitz, the glamor... Constantly thought about that feeling of pure and raw energy coursing through you when you deliver a dialog? Or felt the exhilaration that you would, when the spot lights focus on to your face? The definitive moment when the director says 'Action!' and you walk slowly and surely over to where the suave lead waits for you... Sigh! If only all this could come true. Who says it can't? Just follow our lead on how to become an actress, and soon enough you'll be prepared to enthrall the world with your performances. So you want to learn how to become an actress right?

Let's get one thing straight right now, becoming an actress is not easy. It cannot happen with the click of a finger. It requires hard work and a lot of talent. Many girls dream of being spotted at a mall by an agent, who then goes on to hire them and they become great actresses. First of all, agents do not keep scrounging the street all the time for talent, and two, (surprise surprise!) that is not the only route to becoming an actress. There isn't any point depending on fate in that manner. Instead we should focus on things that are in our own hands,

Becoming an Actress

Get Perfect
If you want to become an actress with no experience, it won't work. You HAVE to know your craft to perfection. If you aren't confident of acting, do everything you can to become perfect first. Take acting and dance classes. Maybe even voice modulation or speech classes. If you don't have the money to spend for classes, then try borrowing acting tapes from your local library. Read as many books as you can on acting as well. Learn the different types of acting. These are some of the most crucial points to follow for how to become an actress. Read more on acting tips.
Practice
Practice whenever you get the opportunity. Stand in front of the mirror and study yourself. A better option is to record yourself and then view the footage to know what your strengths and weaknesses are so that you can hone or improve them respectively. Practice with a group if possible. This will allow you to learn important skills about sharing space with other actors and how to play off their dialogs.
Become Active
Start to put yourself out there. Take part in community plays, school theatrics, etc. There is a chance someone might notice you. Or that you might meet people who can help you with your career. And the best thing is that it will help you to develop your acting skills.

Brush Up on Dialogs
Learn and prepare several monologues. Perfect these dialogs and the technique you will use to deliver them. Sometimes at auditions, the producers might ask you to exhibit something. At this time, having a monologue ready will help. It will show them that you were well prepared and your versatility will be seen through the dialogs.

Focus on Appearance
Learn to focus on your appearance. Try not to be shabby and unkempt. It is not necessary to look glamorous and put on a layer of make up every time you leave the house, but make sure that you look good. Eat well and keep fit. Highlight your good features. This will give you confidence and style.
Prepare a Portfolio
Get a portfolio shot with maximum focus on head shots. This is what will help the producers remember you. The best option is to have your resume printed on the back of the head shots. This will help the producers in knowing everything about you. Read more on beauty tips - looking thinner in photographs.
Prepare a Resume
Make sure that you prepare a resume that you update regularly. It should mention your education, acting experience and credentials, along with rewards received and your contact information. It is necessary that you carry this on all your auditions. This will help the producers to know you better and lend you a very professional appeal.
Acting Records
Make a collection of all the acting gigs that you have done. This will help you to showcase your versatility as far as acting is concerned. At an audition when there are so many others vying for the part, your montage of acting might help to distinguish you from the rest. So keep it handy and it might just turn out to be the key in starting your career.

Networking
Networking and building contacts is crucial for this field. More often than not, one will get a job through contacts in this field. That is why you need to learn to get noticed and staying in the limelight. Find out where your chances of getting a job are maximum and if possible move there. Try and get to know people of that field and tell them to keep you updated if any opportunity shows up.
Hire an Agent
If possible, hire an agent. This goes a long way because there is someone else who is managing your career for you. He will help you in making contacts and tell you about all the auditions that are to happen. Some agencies do not accept actors for auditions, unless they come through an agent.

Audition
Visit as many auditions as you can. Even if it is not something that you are interested in, go for it. This will help you to become comfortable with the audition process on the whole. Other than this reason, auditions are the only way to get noticed, and up your chances for a gig.
Yes, it's not an easy process to becoming an actress and even though we have all the answers on how to become an actress, fate plays an important role too. But perfecting ourselves is what we can do, and we shouldn't shy from that. So how about it then? Ready to become an actress? All the best!

How to Become an Actress???

Posted On 18 April 2011 | By Glamour Nepal
Photo: Kamal Shrestha / www.glamournepal.com

Jyotshna Bhatta [ Published On Saptahik Blow up ] on 15 April 2011

Posted On 16 April 2011 | By Glamour Nepal
 
Call him phenomenal, call him a rock star and call it a night. Kailash Kher, 37, wooed the crowd with his soulful voice, made them sway to his rhythm and gave them something to remember for the rest of their lives. Playing live with his band Kailasha, at the Soaltee Crowne Plaza, Kalimati on Nepali New Year’s eve Kher sang his hit numbers, shared his life’s experiences and connected with the audience on a higher level.
Although the event started an hour late, it was in no way a disappointment. Before the concert, Kher had said on Tuesday, “When I sing live I want to connect directly with the audience. I want them to feel my presence in flesh and bones. They must be able to taste the magic of my live performance.”Dressed in a black suit, Kher’s presence on stage was overpowering. His notes never stirred from their place and the melody in his voice often moved something deep inside.

He began with “Jana Jogi De Naal” and followed with thumping numbers, “Tauba Tauba” and “Rang Deeni”. Asking the audience to dance along, Kher wasn’t hesitant to make jokes about himself, “I can challenge actor Dharmendra with my dance steps. I have seen the Nepalis during my recent visit to Thailand dance in their unique folk style, and expect the same from you.”
“Lose control, dance your spirit out,” was his call and as the evening progressed, the chairs were empty as everyone was dancing to his tunes. “I would like to call Kathmandu Rockmandu,” he cried. The audience applauded him in response.

By presenting a blend of soft Sufi numbers and fast beat songs, Kher both sent chills down the spine of the audience and turned them into carefree mystics.
Showing his love for the audience Kher called two girls from the audience, Sandhya and Urmila, to dance along with him. They grooved along.

With every new song, Kher shared his experience of his Nepal visit, “This is the place of the Himalayas, the abode of Lord Shiva, so Nepal is blessed by the Gods.”
Hearing the cries of “Once more” for his song, “Saiyyan”, Kher remarked, “Anything for you, I have been intoxicated by your love.” Showing his knowledge of the Nepali language Kher also sang all the lines of the hit Nepali number,“Kanchi He Kanchi,” and took everyone by surprise.
The audience couldn’t be happier. In his later performance, Kher transformed himself into Lord Shiva’s devotee by playing the damaru and chanting, “Babam Bam”. Powerful and enchanting, he then moved on to sing the song that started it all for him, “Allah Ke Bande”. Rhyming the song with a promise to the audience he sang, “Allah Ke Bande Hasde Jo Bhi Ho Hum Phir Ayenge.” After this it was “Chakde Phatte” with which he ended the night. The crowd had become one with his music, forgetting themselves, lost in a trance. He had colored their lives with his music. True to the meaning of his band’s name, the experience was heavenly.
Kher was also honored with the title of “Nepal Tourism Year Goodwill Ambassador 2011” by the representatives of Nepal Tourism Board, Yogendra Shakya and Ranjit Acharya.

A heavenly experience in Nepal : Kailash Kher

Posted On 15 April 2011 | By Glamour Nepal
Inside a small practice room in Chhetrapati, the members of the progressive rock band, Mukut, plans for the rest of the week. Most probably Sundays for arrangement, Tuesdays for travelling uphill and composing, Wednesdays for practice and Saturday for hanging out. Lead guitarist Roshan Kunwar, vocalist Girish Subedi, bassist Dona Gurung and drummer Sanjog Pradhan share the strongest bond of friendship that has kept the band alive for all these years.
Mukut-the musical headgear, as they call themselves started out in 1999 as an ensemble of friends who were really passionate about music. They call themselves ‘mukut’, as the word’s meaning
signifies the importance they place on music. “We are hypnotised by this musical headgear, Mukut,” says Kunwar. The group continued till 2003 with its founding members and in 2004, they launched their first album Marubhumi. But like the fate of most bands, the members disbanded in pursuit of higher education and only Kunwar and Subedi were left to keep it going. “For some time, the members kept coming in and leaving until we met Dona and then Sanjog; we really gelled well together and since then we have remained a solid unit,” says Subedi.
This had been an acute problem for the band. “It was not a loss of energy as we all kept up with our performances, but it was loss of time because we spent much trying to cope up with new members coming in; it seems that initially there was a lack of band sentiment,” adds Gurung. However, now the ensemble is ready to launch their second album Jungali this April after a long hiatus. The album has 10 original tracks with two English numbers.
The group has already prepared a music video for the title track Jungali which satirically points out some ironies within society- such as the rising barbarianism within civilised society. Garima Shah from the X-IT band has also lent her voice for three songs. 
The group has also been performing gigs around the Valley and has toured to Pokhara for performances. Apart from that, they have used their music for social cause by touring different schools and colleges around the Valley to spread awareness about drug addiction. The band also organised concerts to help raise funds for the treatment of their friend Jaya, who was ailing due to kidney failure. “We have kept up with our performances over these years-music isn’t just about albums; after launching our albums, our listeners will still continue to see us playing music for some social cause related to youth or nature,” says Kunwar.
 The members complain that one of the reasons they decided not to come up with their album was the cut-throat competition in the industry, which hinders young musicians from growth.
“Young musicians need to be given an opportunity and a platform to showcase their talents,” says Gurung, “commercial success can be focused on later.”
 The team moves on with their venture to establish themselves as noted musicians in the Nepali music scene. Perhaps their new album will be a milestone in their journey. ----- by ANUSTHA SHRESTHA

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