Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru (SB)
Mangaluru, Sep 16: The highly anticipated grand finale of the 60th singing competition conducted by the Konkani Natak Sabha (KNS) was held on Sunday, September 15 from 10 am onwards at the Don Bosco Hall in a grandiose setting.
The program started with the singing of the KNS Anthem. President of KNS, Dr Rocky D'Cunha welcomed the competitors and the gathering. The competition was inaugurated with the lighting of the lamp by Santhosh Sequeira, a philanthropist and patron of Konkani Natak Sabha, and the guest for the inaugural ceremony along with renowned singer Asha Menezes, Bendur. Liston D'Souza, vice president of KNS, Floyd D'Mello, general secretary of KNS, Cletus Lobo, assistant secretary, Gerald Concessao, treasurer, singing competition conveners Joseph Theodore and Gladys Pereira were present on the dais.
The competitors performed with Track Singing. The grand finale was a contest among the top 5 competitors selected from second round of the competition. A total of 58 entries from 12 different categories with 150 plus participants ranging from 5 to 10 years, 10 to 15 years, 15 to 45 years, and above 45 years gave a tough competition in solo, duet, mixed group and married couple categories.
The judges panel comprised Fr. Ronson Pinto Asst Parish Priest of Shirva parish, Renowned Singer Ivan Sequeira, Mohachi Lahran Fame Vincent Fernandes Cascia, and Meera Florence Crasta.
The competition received valuable support from Danel Jaison and assistance from KNS Managing Committee members. Former vice-president of KNS, Sunil Menezes handled the computation of scores.
Melwyn Rodrigues, director-operations of Daijiworld Media Pvt Ltd & Convenor of Konkani Sahitya Academi, New Delhi, graced the occasion as the chief guest, accompanied by guests of honor Anil Lobo, Chairman of MCC Bank Ltd, Mohammad Iqbal, renowned singer, and Santhosh Sequeira, philanthropist.
Rodrigues reminisced about the nostalgic significance of the Don Bosco stage, highlighting the competition's 80-year history. He congratulated participants and commended KNS for nurturing new talent.
Anil Lobo praised KNS's mission and encouraged participants, emphasizing that "winning and losing is part of life, but participation is paramount. Opportunities refine and mold talents."
Fr Rocky D'Cunha, OFM Cap, thanked participants for their enthusiasm and lauded KNS leadership for their tireless efforts.
Liston D'Souza extended a warm welcome to dignitaries and attendees, while Floyd D'Mello Cascia, general secretary, rendered the vote of thanks. Cletus Lobo and Jerry Concesso, executive members, were present on the dais. Jeshma D'Souza expertly compared the event.
Notable guests, including Asha Menezes, Bendur Rony Crasta, Cordel, Sanjay Rodrigues, and Christopher Mascarenhas, presented finalist certificates to participants.
Charles D'Cunha from Mumbai, Sunita Soares from Mumbai, and Ivan Mascarenhas Bejai were honored for their leadership in securing maximum entries for this year's 60th singing competition.
Santhosh Sequeira Kankanady, Master Suhan Errol D'Silva Bondel, and Monica Valder Dubai generously sponsored the prizes.
Loy Rego and Gladys Pereira served as convenors of the singing competition, while Jossy Theodore introduced the judges. Daijiworld Media was the proud media partner for the event.
Results:
5 to 10 Years Solo
First Place: Ashel Kezia D'Souza, Ranipura
Second Place: Aiden Shaun Menezes, Bejai
Third Place: Leona Olivera, Perampalli
10 to 15 Years Solo
First Place: Tina Caris Veigas, Paldane
Second Place: Evana Marianne D'Souza, Bendur
Third Place: Aldrina Diya Rodrigues, Bendur
10 to 15 Years Duet
First Place: Thea Joanne Lobo & Thanisha Teena Crasta, Bejai
Second Place: Shaunna Eva D'Sa & Simona Nicole D'Sa, Milagres
Third Place: Aldrin Lionel Pinto & Aldrina Diya Rodrigues, Bendur
Below 15 Years Mixed Group
First Place: Roveena Jacqueline Andrade & Group, Bejai
Second Place: Sarah Sequeira & Group, Mumbai
Third Place: Shaunna Eva D'Sa & Group, Milagres/Valencia
15 to 45 Years Women's Solo
First Place: Rishal Melba Crasta, Cordel
Second Place: Melona Clisha Saldanha, Bajpe
Third Place: Andrea Soares, Mumbai
15 to 45 Years Men's Solo
First Place: Arwin Edward Baptist, Urwa
Second Place: Sohan Alva, Pangla
Third Place: Olin Christon Theodore, Cascia
15 to 45 Years Women's Duet
First Place: Ishney Melaida Fernandes & Jacklyn Carol D'Souza, Kemmannu
Second Place: Rishal Melba Crasta & Cherlyn D'Souza, Cordel/Jeppu
Third Place: Andrea Soares & Angelina D'Souza, Mumbai
15 to 45 Years Men's Duet
First Place: Arvin Chris D'Cunha & Rolwyn Moras, Cordel
Second Place: Avil Rodrigues & Melstan Veigas, Vittal
Third Place: Darren D'Souza & Sohan Alva, Pangla
Above 15 Years Mixed Group
First Place: Oliver Thomas Rebello & Group, Pangla
Second Place: Avil Rodrigues & Group, Vittal
Third Place: Andrea Soares & Group, Mumbai
Above 45 Years Women's Solo
First Place: Lona Saritha D'Souza, Kinnigoli
Second Place: Margaret Lewis, Mumbai
Third Place: Shanthi Cardoza, Vamanjoor
Above 45 Years Men's Solo
First Place: Oliver Thomas Rebello, Pangla
Second Place: Maxim D'Souza, Kinnigoli
Third Place: Robert Castelino, Kulur
Above 60 Years Women's Solo
First Place: Jane Machado, Derebail
Second Place: Lenet Castelino, Nithyadhar Nagar
Third Place: Treeza Pinto, Kinnigoli
Above 60 Years Men's Solo
First Place: Jossy Mascarenhas, Bajpe
Second Place: Ronald G D'Souza, Bejai
Third Place: Louis Vas, Bendur, and Ronald F. Lasrado, Bondel
Married Couples Duet
First Place: Clyde Ashley Lobo & Jovita Mishelle Rodrigues, Jeppu
Second Place: Reuben Machado & Anusha D'Souza, Derebail
Third Place: Maxim D'Souza & Lona Saritha D'Souza, Kinnigoli;
Loy Martis & Priyanka Shibani Menezes, Balkunje