A little something that is worth applauding.
Sara Khan of Bidaai fame is definitely putting in that extra bit for her performance... her appearance. Sara makes great efforts to style herself. Her clothes, jewellery and accesories are carefully thought out.
Notice her look before marriage- simple salwar kameezes- an indication of the small town look.
Post marriage her sarees had a distinct look. Then when she seperated from her husband, her churidar kurtas had the simple yet stylish feel which lent that quiet dignity. Her jewellery is just right, complimenting her look, never outlandish.- right down to her make-up and nail piant
Now her simple cotton sarees as she sets up her own home is again commendable.
Good to see the interest and zest the young actors show in their work.
We will miss you Sara.
Monday, May 10, 2010
Sunday, May 2, 2010
REALITY SHOWS
When the first ever music talent show was aired on television, it brought about a revolution in the world of music. Classical music was given a fresh lease of a and mparlife with more and more contestants understanding, accepting and following the form. The average viewer was subtly introduced to the intricacies of the Guru-shishya parampara and with the maestros of Classical music taking centerstage, judging a show brought to the fore, the humility and dedication of these legendary masters which was a huge influence on both the viewers and contestants.
Folk music bound together various communities and languages, dialects were appreciated and music lovers of all ages enrolled in institutions teaching serious music.
Today, however, just a few years down the line, its all about reality shows with judges being paid huge amounts to simply put down the contestant, bully him and create mock fights.
No one cares about how all this drama and power play affects young minds.
In fact the judges chosen are very often placed there more for their glamour quotient or simply because they happen to be in the news. What other justification is there for Vindoo dara Singh to judge a dance show for children alongwith the renowned choreographer Saroj Khan?
Can someone explain the need for disgusting expressions of the judges ? The way they humiliate, mock and tease the contestant who has stood for hours in the sweltering heat just to audition?
Do these artistes actually understand their art? do they respect it? Yet, its a vicious circle. The channels pay big money and in return expect more dramatics and a rise in the trps. The artistes realize this and are more than willing to oblige. The pressure is now on the contestants.
Often the pressure to perform well is so severe that he very charm and joy of the act is lost.
Sample this. A dance contest meant to simply have fun, display rhythm and grace is transformed into a battlefield with complicated dance styles and dangerous props like the fire is used making the viewer tense and feel its something he cannot ever connect with. Dance and music shows ought to make the viewer feel the connect immediately, something he would love to adopt.
The contestant is made to go through the entire drama and they emerge complicated, confused and connect stardom with loads of attitude and being difficult.
The big question here is-- what are we producing? and at what cost?
The generation today is more troubled and plagued with insecurities, fears and complexes. Hence the number of suicides and decaying minds seem to be steadily growing in number.
Responsibility, accountability and dignity is what the channel, the judges and the contestant needs to be aquainted with.
Folk music bound together various communities and languages, dialects were appreciated and music lovers of all ages enrolled in institutions teaching serious music.
Today, however, just a few years down the line, its all about reality shows with judges being paid huge amounts to simply put down the contestant, bully him and create mock fights.
No one cares about how all this drama and power play affects young minds.
In fact the judges chosen are very often placed there more for their glamour quotient or simply because they happen to be in the news. What other justification is there for Vindoo dara Singh to judge a dance show for children alongwith the renowned choreographer Saroj Khan?
Can someone explain the need for disgusting expressions of the judges ? The way they humiliate, mock and tease the contestant who has stood for hours in the sweltering heat just to audition?
Do these artistes actually understand their art? do they respect it? Yet, its a vicious circle. The channels pay big money and in return expect more dramatics and a rise in the trps. The artistes realize this and are more than willing to oblige. The pressure is now on the contestants.
Often the pressure to perform well is so severe that he very charm and joy of the act is lost.
Sample this. A dance contest meant to simply have fun, display rhythm and grace is transformed into a battlefield with complicated dance styles and dangerous props like the fire is used making the viewer tense and feel its something he cannot ever connect with. Dance and music shows ought to make the viewer feel the connect immediately, something he would love to adopt.
The contestant is made to go through the entire drama and they emerge complicated, confused and connect stardom with loads of attitude and being difficult.
The big question here is-- what are we producing? and at what cost?
The generation today is more troubled and plagued with insecurities, fears and complexes. Hence the number of suicides and decaying minds seem to be steadily growing in number.
Responsibility, accountability and dignity is what the channel, the judges and the contestant needs to be aquainted with.
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