Media Release

Mangaluru, July 14: The 61st edition of Konkani Natak Sabha’s (KNS) audition round of the singing competition was held on Sunday, July 13, from 1:30 pm onwards at Don Bosco Hall, Mangaluru, as part of its annual competitions.

The event began with a prayer and the KNS anthem. Fr Rocky D’Cunha OFM Cap, president of KNS, welcomed the participants, judges, and audience.

The competition was inaugurated with a lamp-lighting ceremony by general secretary Pamela Santos, assistant secretary Jerome Moras, and treasurer Ivan D’Silva, along with judges and competition convenors Joseph Theodore and Flavia Violet Mascarenhas.

NRI entrepreneur and philanthropist Michael D’Souza was the chief guest. Floyd D’Mello, vice president of KNS, highlighted Michael D’Souza’s contributions during the renovation of Don Bosco Hall. He also announced that Michael had generously sponsored the entire singing competition for the next five years and the Kalakar Puraskar awards for the next ten years. These awards are given annually to three outstanding drama artistes.

In his address, Michael D’Souza expressed his happiness in being part of the activities conducted by KNS. He fondly recalled participating in the KNS singing competition during the late 1980s in the married couple category. He thanked Fr Rocky D’Cunha and all the office-bearers for their efforts in organising the competitions and promoting Konkani art and culture. He also urged parents to support their children in taking part in Konkani competitions and encouraged KNS to continue organising more such community-driven events.

A total of 187 participants across five categories, with 145 entries, showcased their talents in solo, duet, and group formats.

The event received valuable support from KNS manager Gerald Concessao. Tabulation was handled by former vice president Sunil Menezes. Overall coordination was managed by KNS Cascia, Bejai, Urwa, Bondel, and Ladies Units, along with the KNS managing committee members.

Renowned singers Meera Florence Crasta, Edith D’Souza, and Rony Crasta served as judges for the competition.

Loy Rego compered the programme, supported by Anil D’Cunha and Gladys Pereira. Joseph Theodore introduced the judges, and Flavia Violet Mascarenhas delivered the vote of thanks.

Qualified participants for second round (To be held on August 10 at Don Bosco Hall from 9:30 am onwards):

5 to 10 Years Solo:

• Aiden Shaun Menezes, Bejai

• Leona Oliveira, Perampalli

• Shannon Reeva Crasta, Paldane

• Alin W Saldanha, Vamadapadav

• Rochelle Jasleen Andrade, Bejai

• Mural Riva Rodrigues, Pangla

• Joyce D’Souza, Perampalli

• Delvia D’Souza, Bondel

• Angel Mendonca, Gantalkatte

• Neil D’Cunha, Cordel

• Angel Meghan Cutinha, Hospet

• Siara Evelyn D’Souza, Omzoor

• Lara Joshal D’Souza, Taccode

• Ashlin Lisha Saldanha, Neermarga

• Sohan Dias, Udupi

• Ruben Samuel D’Souza, Taccode

10 to 15 years – Girls Solo:

• Velsie Castelino, Pangla

• Tina Caris Veigas, Paldane

• Siona Mendonca, Pangla

• Anora Mendonca, Gantalkatte

• Amyl Viva Barboza, Bejai

• Fiona Quadros, Udyavar

• Leesha Pais, Allipade

• Liana D’Mello, Moodubelle

• Lareina Lobo, Angelore

• Simona Nicole D’Sa, Milagres

• Tiara Rebello, Valencia

• Vianna Sarah D’Souza, Manjeshwar

• Shaina Riya Cutinha, Bejai

• Viona Pinto, Bajjodi

• Shaunna Eva D’Sa, Milagres

• Thea Hoanne Lobo, Bejai

10 to 15 years – Boys Solo:

• Nathan Preeth Figueira, Jeppu

• Aldrin Lionel Pinto, Bendur

• Shaun Braden D’Souza, Omzoor

• Sharwin Patrao, Shakthinagar

• Glen Kendrick Quadros, Pangla

• Keith Jordan D’Souza, Bajal

• Shannon D’Costa, Kelarai

• Eyan Noah D’Souza, Bendur

• Sweethan Reece Lobo, Cordel

• Eyan Keith Lobo, Bejai

• Gevin Veigas, Vittal

• Ancel D’Costa, Bondel

• Aiden Ben D’Silva, Bejai

• Vinol Shaun Pais, Vittal

• Selwine D’Almeida, Sastan

• Reon Aloysius Pinto, Derebail

10 to 15 years – Duet:

• Shaunna Eva D’Sa & Simona Nicole D’Sa, Milagres

• Anora Mendonca & Lisha Racheal D’Souza, Gantalkatte

• Velsie Castelino & Glen Kendrick Quadros, Pangla

• Tiara Rebello & Viona Pinto, Valencia / Bajjodi

• Eyan Noah D’Souza & Sweethan Reece Lobo, Bendur / Cordel

• Shaun Pais & Gevin Veigas, Vittal

• Eva Lisa Lobo & Eyan Keith Lobo, Bejai

• Ancel D’Costa & Reon Aloysius Pinto, Bondel / Derebail

• Shaina Riya Cutinha & Simran Leticia Correa, Bejai

Below 15 Years – Group:

• Siona Mendonca & Group, Pangla

• Eva Lisa Lobo & Group, Bejai

• Anora Mendonca & Group, Gantalkatte

Upcoming KNS competitions at Don Bosco Hall, Mangaluru:

• July 20, 9:30 am onwards: 61st Singing Competition – First Round for Elders

• July 27, 3:00 pm onwards: 23rd Dance Competition

• August 3, 9:30 am onwards: 57th Elocution Competition

• August 10, 9:30 am onwards: 61st Singing Competition – Second Round

• August 17, 3:30 pm onwards: 4th Voviyo Verse Competition

• August 31, 3:30 pm onwards: 2nd Gumtam Gayan Competition

• September 14, 9:30 am onwards: 61st Singing Competition – Grand Finale

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