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NALLA MADRAS

Nandakumar Nayar

Music, films, and the arts are the central subjects of these podcasts and blogs. The seed of these podcasts and blogs is nostalgia, a recall of what I have heard, read about, or experienced; from a bank of recollections spread over six decades, I am not exaggerating my memory or age.

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00:34:42

A.R. Rahman: The Alchemist of Modern Indian Music

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2025/04/28

He is known as the “Isai Puyal” (Musical Storm) in Tamil Nadu and the “Mozart of Madras” globally. Allah Rakha Rahman, or A.R. Rahman, is more than just a composer; he is a global musical phenomenon whose work effortlessly transcends geographical and cultural boundaries. His unique position in the world of music is underscored by accolades earned both in his homeland India, including the prestigious Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan awards, and on the international stage, where he has garnered Academy

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00:24:50

Ilaiyaraaja’s Symphony ‘Valiant’ Rocks London: A...

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2025/03/13

Picture this: March 8, 2025, London’s Eventim Apollo theatre, all decked up, and our very own Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja dropping his first-ever western classical symphony, Valiant, with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra. Bro, idhu nijamave oru periya vishayam! (Man, this is truly a big deal!) The 81-year-old legend took the stage—or rather, his music did—and gave the world a 45-minute symphony that’s got everyone talking. Add some of his mass film songs, and the concert stretched to a solid 90

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00:20:25

Shiva, Shakti, and the Silicon Soul: A Modern Take on...

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2025/03/03

Ever wondered if Hindu Gods could explain your computer’s inner workings? In this blog, we’re diving into the cosmic dance of Shiva and Shakti, and how their eternal balance mirrors the relationship between your computer’s hardware and software. Spoiler: Shiva’s not just chilling in the Himalayas—he’s also the reason your laptop doesn’t just sit there looking pretty. Ready to see how mythology meets your MacBook? Click the link and let’s get started!

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00:25:36

The Ribhu Gita: The Ultimate Spiritual Shortcut

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2025/02/12

Ever felt like life is too complicated? The Ribhu Gita says—it’s not! In Chapter 26, which Ramana Maharishi called the most important, the message is clear:✅ You are already Brahman.✅ The world is an illusion.✅ Stop overthinking and just BE.Think of it like waking up from a dream—once you realize it’s not real, all the problems vanish. No need for years of meditation or fancy rituals. Just recognize your true Self—pure Awareness.Ready to hit the cosmic “undo” button? Dive into this blog post for a

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00:07:20

Ramana Maharishi vs Neville Goddard

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2025/02/06

Do we truly create our own reality, or is everything already written by fate? Neville Goddard teaches that we can manifest anything by embodying the feeling of already having it, while Ramana Maharshi insists that all is predetermined, making effort futile. At first glance, these views seem contradictory—but are they really? This podcast explores how manifestation and destiny might actually be two sides of the same coin, offering a deeper understanding of how we navigate life’s unfolding journey

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00:10:04

"Basically" - the crutch word for Indian-English...

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2025/01/27

Welcome, everyone, to another episode of ‘NALLA MADRAS’—where we dive into everything from soulful bhajans to, well, the more creative ways Indians have conquered the English language. Today, we’re taking you on a laugh-out-loud journey with the blog post, ‘Basically Unarmed: A Hilarious Tale of Indian English Speakers.’You know those moments when ‘prepone’ makes its way into sentences like it belongs in the Oxford dictionary? Or when ‘off the light’ isn’t a suggestion but a direct order? Yeah,

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00:21:50

Guru Dutt: The Visionary of Hindi Cinema

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2025/01/23

Guru Dutt, a name synonymous with poetic storytelling and cinematic brilliance, remains one of the most revered filmmakers in the history of Indian cinema. With timeless classics like Pyaasa and Kaagaz Ke Phool, he created a unique space for himself as a pioneer whose artistry transcended the boundaries of conventional filmmaking. Though his life was tragically short, his legacy continues to inspire filmmakers and cinephiles alike.

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00:16:00

Shraranagati or Surrender to the Will

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2025/01/18

Have you ever wondered if life operates on some hidden algorithm, much like the ones YouTube and Facebook use to serve us cat videos and conspiracy theories? One minute, you’re innocently scrolling, and the next, you’re sucked into a rabbit hole of “10 Ways to Bake Banana Bread.” But what if our body-mind complex works on a similar system, curating our experiences based on our focus? And what if Hindu philosophy has been telling us this for millennia through concepts like sharanagati or

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00:05:52

If I Know What I Know and Know What I Don’t Know, Do...

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2025/01/16

Infinity isn’t something to conquer; it’s something to marvel at. Inspired by the intriguing wisdom of the IIT Baba, this blog dives into the paradox of knowing what you know and what you don’t know—and whether that brings you closer to understanding the infinite. Spoiler: It’s all about embracing the journey, not the destination

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00:03:33

Meat the future - printed meat

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2023/09/11

An innovative Israeli company is pioneering the future of food by introducing 3D printed meat. Using state-of-the-art technology, they're crafting meat from either plant-based ingredients or animal cells. This approach promises numerous benefits including greater sustainability, improved animal welfare, unparalleled customization, and potential solutions to food security challenges. While the innovation has the potential to revolutionize our culinary landscape, it also faces challenges such as

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00:03:16

How my dog made me embrace vegetarianism

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2023/04/24

I was always decrying people who were vegetarians.My line would always be, "Guys, you don't know what you are missing." Then it happened. The ones I derided are now doing target practice on me, but I can see a glimmer of admiration in their eyes! While it is not easy to transition, there are plenty of resources to help you along, like cookbooks and videos. However, some restaurants, holiday packages, cruises, and the like have few vegetarian options. So do your research before

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00:05:55

The story behind All India Radio's signature tune

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2022/09/28

This tune was composed by Walter Kaufmann, a Jew, and played by violinist Mehli Mehta a Parsi, for a radio station first founded by Professor M V Gopalaswamy, who taught Psychology at Mysore University. Some of you must have guessed it by now. It is the signature tune of All India Radio. Mehli Mehta, incidentally, is the father of composer-conductor Zubin Mehta. Almost eight decades have passed since the composition of this piece is based on the raga Shivaranjini. However, the lilting violin notes

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00:10:59

Chic Chocolate - the Louis Armstrong of India

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2022/07/28

Antonio Xavier Vaz, better known as Chic Chocolate, was a popular jazz musician in Bombay. He also worked as a composer and trumpet player for Hindi film scores. Chic Chocolate and Chris Perry led a two-trumpet barrage at the Green's Hotel. Chic Chocolate was a nightclub performer for most of his career, but he was also a talented film composer, recording and arranging soundtracks for several films. Chic was a successful Bollywood music composer. In 1951, he worked as a music director for the first

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00:53:30

The future is all around us!

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2022/06/14

The art of divination is a skill that has been practiced for ages. The various ways are by something as gory as checking the entrails of a bird, which was the form practiced by the ancient Romans. Thank goodness, it is not so messy these days! However, most practitioners are still stuck in a time warp, meaning they are not in touch with reality. Many of the cures for a bad time in your life involves cures that are worse than the problem in terms of expense and effort. Nehaa Goyal, of Nehaa Goyal

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00:47:20

Jim Rajan - distant healer, musician, visualization...

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2022/06/14

An unrestricted conversation with Jim Rajan. Jim is an empath and an intuitive, distant healer. "My mentors Jiddu Krishnamurti, Kahlil Gibran, Rabindranath Tagore, Deepak Chopra walk with me through a universe that I hold gracefully within my own hand. And, I’m honored to have their words by my side" says Jim. "In the past 25 years I’ve studied shamanic healing, reiki, buddhism, daoism, mindfulness and the curative arts to bring about my own growth and healing and that of those around me. But when I

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00:43:57

Richard Bach or the Mahabharatham - Priya Murle has...

NALLA MADRAS ·

2020/04/27

Kalaimamani Smt. Priya Murle, is a senior disciple of Padmashree Prof. Sudharani Ragupathy and was a senior teacher at Shree Bharatalaya, prior to founding Shri Silambam Academy of Fine Arts. Intense training and commitment to the art form have marked Priya's career in Bharatanatyam. Priya has a multi- dimensional approach to dance. A versatile performer, choreographer and teacher, she also has a keen interest in Music, Nattuvangam and Sanskrit. She has done research in the field of aesthetics and

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00:51:45

Improve your singing dramatically with voice culture...

NALLA MADRAS ·

2020/04/25

Prof. Dr. T. Unnikrishnan is a well known Vocalist and Internationally reputed voice trainer. He is a multifaceted personality as a Researcher, Administrator and Performer. He has done intensive study and research in Voice Modulation and developed many rare techniques to increase the quality of voice and also to eliminate various voice related problems. He has developed many rare techniques and exercises to prepare singers with increased range and a flexible voice. He is regularly invited in

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00:53:27

An insight into Mohiniattam, by Kalaimamani Gopika Varma

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2020/04/23

Kalaimamani Gopika Varma - a brief description Sangeet Natak Academy Award, Kalaimamani award, Nritya Choodamani award from Krishna Gana Sabha - a student of Guru Kalayna Kutti Amma, Guru Kalamandalam Krishnan Nair, and Kavalam Narayana Panicker - not to mention the training she received from Smt. Girija and Smt. Chandrika Kurup, both senior students of Smt. Kalyani Kuttyamma, and also from Kalyani Kutti Amma's daughter Smt. Sreedevi Rajan. She is married to Prince Poorurttathi Thirunal Marthanda

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01:02:43

Laugh your blues away! Ask Fif Fernandes how!

NALLA MADRAS ·

2020/04/19

Fif Fernandes, in her own words: "As director and founder of MeDiClown Academy (a registered activity of the Auroville Foundation) , I ignite the power of human potential, sparking well being through laughter, love, joy and play. I design and implement retreats, courses, seminars and workshops in healthcare, hospitals, education and organizations to alleviate mental illness and stress. We focus on happiness and relaxation to enhance productivity, creativity and gain a greater sense of inner and

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00:42:41

The times we live in - A Perspective by Ajitha...

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2020/04/17

Born in India, Ajitha currently lives in the United States of America. Her educational background is a Bachelors in Architectural Engineering & Masters in International Business. While serving as Senior Vice President at a multinational bank, she is also pursuing her passion for being an entrepreneur. QUOTE "I am also a creative, visual & performing artist. Music, Singing, Art (Painting, Jewelry Making, Drawing) and Dancing are my passions since childhood. Above all, being a conduit for witnessing

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