Dubai to host cultural show

Organised by East Coast Vijayan, in association with Asianet Radio and Television, it is the first joint venture between the two. The Dubai show is scheduled for October 2 at Al Nasr Leisureland.

Conceived as the live show version of the chart-topping East Coast musical album series f+iMidad, which has given a new dimension to f+iMappillapattu, the new East Coast-Asianet entertainer will line up some of the young and charming mini screen artistes.

A harmonious blend of traditional and modern style, f+iMidad songs became an instant hit among the fans of folk music. f+iMidad Sandhya will bring to the Gulf a new breed of celebrity singers and artistes - Radhika, Sarika, Ramya Savitha, Sarath, Rajeev, etc.

A 10-member female troupe, led by Jumba sisters from Calicut, will be presenting Opana, film-based dances, Duff Muttu, Kolkalipattu, etc. Vocals for the show will be provided by Rehana, Afsal (f+iRakshasi fame) and Nasnin (f+iJumailath fame).

Also on the stage will be a young voice from Dubai - Dipin Isaac - who has won the 'Kalapratibha' title four times in various UAE inter-school youth festivals. Dipin's introduction to the entertainment circuit is in line with East Coast's mission of promoting promising talents.

The 50-member troupe will have yet another sensation - Malayalam's most sought-after ghazal singer Umbayee and his team. Umbayee's f+iGhazalmala and f+iOru Mugham Mathram are among the chart-topping audio albums released by East Coast.

Adding a hilarious touch to the three-hour show will be Harisree Martin, Jayaraj (Karunakaran), Rajeev Kalamassery (Antony), Anoop and Subi (Filmi Thamasa).

Scripted and directed by East Coast Vijayan, the show marks his re-entry into the Gulf entertainment circuit after a four-year gap. The event also coincides with the 10th anniversary of Asianet Channel and its launch of Asianet Gulf.