Media Release
Mangaluru, Jul 21: The audition round for the 61st edition of the Konkani Natak Sabha's (KNS) elders singing competition was held on Sunday, July 20, at Don Bosco Hall, Mangaluru. The event is part of the annual competitions organized by KNS.
The event began with the KNS anthem, followed by a warm welcome from Dr Rocky D'Cunha OFM Cap, president of KNS. He also delivered an encouraging message to the competitors, wishing them the best of luck. Santhosh Sequeira, a philanthropist and well-wisher of KNS, and Ivan Mascarenhas, who encourages participants from Bejai every year, were the chief guests for the event.
The competition was inaugurated with a lamp-lighting ceremony by KNS vice president Floyd D'Mello, 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.
Floyd D'Mello highlighted the contributions of KNS's mega sponsor, philanthropist Santhosh Sequeira of Kankanady, during the renovation of Don Bosco Hall. Santhosh sponsored the meeting hall in the name of Andrea Sequeira. He has been a strong pillar of support to KNS, especially in organizing various competitions over the years, including singing, dance, and fancy dress competitions. His generous sponsorship has been instrumental in the success of these events.
In his address, Santhosh Sequeira expressed his happiness in being part of KNS's cultural activities. He thanked Fr Rocky D'Cunha and all the office-bearers for their dedicated efforts in organizing the competitions and promoting Konkani art and culture. He also wished all the participants the very best for their performances and the upcoming rounds.
A total of 166 participants across eight categories, with 108 entries, showcased their talents in solo, duet, married couple, 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 the KNS units of Cascia, Bejai, Urwa, Bondel, and Ladies units, along with the KNS managing committee members.
Renowned singers Meera Florence Crasta, Joshal D’Souza, Ashwin D’Costa, and Julian D'Cunha Derebail served as judges for the competition.
Loy Rego compered the programme, supported by Anil D’Cunha, Raymond D'Cunha, and Gladys Pereira. Joseph Theodore introduced the judges, and Flavia Violet Mascarenhas delivered the vote of thanks.
Qualified participants for the Second Round (To be held on August 10 at Don Bosco Hall from 10:00 am onwards)
* 15 to 45 years ladies solo:
- Rishal Melba Crasta, Cordel
- Jiya Alisha Mendonca, Pangla
- Alisha Santhumayor, Gantalkatte
- Vinita Tellis, Moodbidri
- Mishelle Rodrigues, Jeppu
- Silviniya A Fernandes, Udyavar
- Viona Pinto, Bejai
- Liza Flora Rodrigues, Taccode
- Jenisha Leona Veigas, Fajir
- Anitha Mascarenhas, Kelarai
- Melriya D’Souza, Katpadi
- Eshitha Jane D’Souza, Alangar
- Deona Tauro, Bondel
- Cera Oreva Furtado, Bendur
- Jasmine D’Souza, Bejai
* 15 to 45 years gents solo:
- Arvin Chris D’Cunha, Cordel
- Melstan Veigas, Vittal
- Samuel Miranda,Gantalkatte
- Darren D’Souza, Pangla
- Sohan Alva, Pangla
- Ashwin Pinto, Bellore
- Adrian Varun D’Sa, Pangla
- Joyson Fernandes, Bellore
- Vinoy D’Souza, Bajjodi
- Shalwin Ornello, Milagres
- Elvin D’Sa, Shirthady
- Rishon Valdar, Milagres
- Niel B Rasquinha, Bejai
* 15 to 45 years ladies duet:
- Jiya Alisha Mendonca & Melriya D’Souza, Pangla/Katpady
- Viona Pinto & Rovina Jaqueline Andrade, Bejai
- Alisha Santhumayor & Eshitha Jane D’Souza, Gantalkatte/Alangar
- Silviniya A Fernandes & Shalini Quadros, Udyavar
- Mishelle Rodrigues & Rovina Almeida, Jeppu
- Jenisha Leona Veigas & Joyline Florida Lobo, Fajir
- Priyanka Shibani Menezes & Jasmine D’Souza, Balkunje/Bejai
- Deona Tauro & Preethi Tauro, Bondel
* Above 45 years ladies solo:
- Flora Cutinha, Bejai
- Juvia Juliana Menezes, Neermarga
- Jyothi Helen D’Souza, Bendur
- Saritha D’Souza, Bejai
- Lona Sarita D’Souza, Kinnigolli
- Merlyn Shanthi Cardoza, Vamanjoor
- Stella D’Souza, Nithyadar Nagar
- Patsy Monteiro, Paldane
- Premi Lobo, Milagres
* Above 45 years gents solo:
- Louis Vas, Bendur
- Wilson Crasta, Surathkal
- G Ronald D’Souza, Bejai
- Jossie Mascarenhas, Bajpe
- Lavian Robinson Pinto, Bendur
- Maxim D’Souza, Kinnigoli
- Alan Sunil Pereira, Omzoor
- Rony Lobo, Cordel
- Hubert D’Silva, Bejai
Qualified participants for the grand finale (To be held on September 14 at Don Bosco Hall from 9:30 am onwards)
* Below 15 years mixed group:
- Siona Mendonca & Group, Pangla
- Anora Mendonca & Group, Gantalkatte
- Eva Lisa Lobo & Group, Bejai
* Above 15 years mixed group:
- Oliver Rebello & Group, Pangla
- Prajwal Joswal Pereira & Group, Moodbidri
- Floydon Gliston D’Souza & Group, Bellore
- Rovina Jacqueline Andrade & Group, Bejai
* 15 to 45 years men's duet:
- Arvin Chris D’Cunha & Ancil Pereira, Cordel
- Floydon Gliston D’Souza & Joyston Noronha, Cordel/Bellore
- Vinoy Dsouza & Joshual Dylan D’Souza, Bajjodi
- Elvin Dsa & Jaison Pereira, Shirthady
* Married couples category:
- Clyde Lobo & Mishelle Rodrigues, Jeppu
- Maxim D’Souza & Lona Sarita D’Souza, Kinnigoli
- Priyanka Shibani Menezes & Loy Manoj Martis, Balkunje
- Sharan Lobo & Silviniya A Fernandes, Udyavar
- Roshan Andrade & Jenevia Andrade, Bejai
Upcoming KNS competitions at Don Bosco Hall, Mangaluru:
- 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)
- September 28, 5pm onwards Annual Day Celebration & prize distribution