Media Release
Dubai, Dec 8: A complete day's event ‘Kavita Bhonvar’, dedicated to Konkani poetry was presented by UAE's Konkani poets at Al Ghusais on December 4. Different forms of poetry with poetry sessions, songs, ‘Gumtam’, Mannddo and a short drama played on poetry of different poets were presented.
The event began with a welcome song sung by children. The program was inaugurated by Ronald Sabi D'Souza, Toni Niddodi, Wilfred Fernandes, Leena Fernandes, Preema D’Souza, Naveen Sequeira, Fabian Felix D’Souza and chief coordinator of the event Sannu Monis by pouring different colors into a water pot as a symbol of different forms of poetry which were presented in the event.
Well-known critic of Konkani poetry Nanu Marol Thottam presented his views on the subject and its current situation with respect to readers, writers and editors. He illustrated how one line poetry can be more effective than a hundred words. He concluded his speech by saying the poets in UAE shall make his/her own identity instead and make a name in the Konkani literary world.
The special attraction of the event was the presentation of five poems from different poets in the form of acting. Talented former Kalakul trainee artistes – Darrel Vamanjoor, Melwyn Kalakul, Rohan, Sandeep and Nisha presented a theme based act and narrated five poems in a beautiful way. The act was appreciated by all present and few from among the audience gave their opinion, positive feedback in an interactive session followed by the act.
Konkani songs, mostly based on poetry were beautifully sung by renowned singers of UAE - Preema Rodrigues D’Souza, Robin Sequeira, Cresilla Rodrigues, Ronstan Mascarenhas, Godwin D’Souza and others to the cheer of the gathered guests. Avinash Fredon D’Souza presented a dance for a Konkani number. Arun Carlo provided the music and DJ Lancy was the DJ for the event.
Another main attraction of the event, the Konkani traditional folk art form ‘Gumtam’ was presented by Wilson Pinto and team.
‘Kavi goshtti’ –recital of Konkani poems by well-known Konkani poets was held. Talented young and old poets presented their poems and the session was highly appreciated by the audience. Tony Niddodi, Wilson Pinto, Robert Udyavar, P J Karugalnade, Floyd Kiran, Joy Lobo, Wilfred Fernandes, Suresh Saldanha took part in the Kavi Goshtti. Lloyd Rego renowned Konkani poet and composer who was on a visit to UAE also took part in the kavi goshtti to the delight of the audience.
Godwin D’Souza compered the event. Sannu Monis thanked all those who contributed to the success of ‘Kavitha Bhonvar’.