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That voice of Ameen Sayani on Radio Ceylon still evokes strong nostalgia. ‘Binaca Geetmala’ was the highlight of our week. The recent filmy songs ? Yes. The countdown was the best. Which song will have the ‘sartaj geet ka beagul?? We waited for that last minute. Before TV, the radio was the only entertainment. TheContinue reading “‘Namaskar, behno aur bhaiyo…’”

It is a Japanese manga series by Tsugami Ohba & illustrated by Takeshi Obata. The anime TV series was released in 2006. It follows Light Yagami, a genius high school student who discovers a mysterious notebook: the ‘Death Note’, which belongs to the shinigami Ryuk. It grants the user the supernatural ability to kill anyoneContinue reading “Death Note”

A 2020 mini series in Japanese. trans. ‘There is something wrong with us’ is an eight episode drama. It stars Minami Hamabe, Ryusei Yokohama, Mahiro Takasugi with others. Creator Natasumi Ando. It is based on manga of the same name. Much anticipated, it’s first episode just flies. Really. It is super fast. Later the paceContinue reading “Cursed In Love”

Kavita Choudhary was ‘Lalitaji’ the face of ‘Surf’ ads. ‘Isse mein samajdari hai’ was her iconic advice to buy the detergent. She had reached every house hold with her neatly draped saree & a vermilion bindi. She was an Indian actress, director, producer & writer. She dominated the TV screens. Her portrayal of IPS officerContinue reading “Lalitaji, …”

It is a 2024 British TV series. It is based on 2009 novel of the same name by David Nicholls as well as the film adaptation. It stars Ambika Mod & Leo Woodall. It premiered on February 2024 on Netflix as a limited series. After spending graduation night together, Emma & Dexter go their separateContinue reading “One Day”

After soaring to 6.738% Nationwide and 7.458% in Seoul for the 4th episode, it saw a slump to 3.735% in the next episode. I don’t believe even if new shows are being aired. The story though interesting is flat at times. They are experiencing a slump in their careers but we should find that theyContinue reading “Doctor Slump”

The first Gong is naturally Gong Yoo. Born Gong Ji cheol , his stage name is Gong Yoo. Born on July 10, 1979 he is one of the most handsome, most loved actors in the South Korean industry. He is best known for his roles in TV dramas ‘Coffee Prince’ 2007, ‘Guardian :The lonely &Continue reading “The three Gongs…”

It is a Thai drama series. The first episode was aired on 15 February 2024. It stars Blue , Nichapalak Thongkham, Natthaweeranuch Thongmee. Kemisara Paladesh with others. In a world grappling with a dwindling male population, an unassuming woman becomes a contender in a government sponsored dating competition. The drama revolves around the game. DayContinue reading “Ready,Set,Love”

It is a 2024 German romantic comedy. Directed by Shirel Peleg. It stars Rosalie Thomass, Laurence Rupp, Cora Trube with others. A skeptical journalist reluctantly participates in heartbreak therapy for an article. He ends up opening his heart to his charming therapist. It was released on 14 February 2024. On Rotten Tomatoes , some criticsContinue reading “The Heartbreak Agency”

It is a 2017 South Korean fantasy action film. Directed by Kim Yong hwa. It is based on the webtoon series by Joo Ho min, Along with the Gods, which was inspired by the Korean Joseon dynasty Buddhist paintings & early Buddhist texts of the Ten Kings of Hell. It stars Ha Jung woo, ChaContinue reading “Along with The Gods : The Two Worlds”