Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru

Mangaluru, Aug 9: A new Konkani music video "Maincho Palo’nv" (Mother’s Pallu) by Krisben Music released recently on its YouTube channel has been receiving a huge response. In a in short span of time, the video has crossed 60 k views. The ceremonial launch of the video was held at the Kulshekar Church's mini hall during the seventh Kavigoshti of Poetica group.

Christopher Roshan Lobo, Founder of Krisben Music, welcomed the guests. An introduction about the song was presented by the renowned poet and songwriter Lloyd Rego who appreciated the efforts put in by Krisben to release songs on YouTube as the Konkani music industry is transitioning from CD era to YouTube era. The video was released by Fr Clifford Fernandes, parish priest of Holy Cross Church, Kulshekar.

“Maicho Palo’nv” has been sung melodiously by Prajoth D’Sa. Soothing music has been arranged by experienced Roshan D’Souza Angelore. Lyrics have been penned by upcoming lyricist Christopher Roshan Lobo. Emotional story has been directed by well-known Kannada/Tulu artiste Vijay Shobharaj Pavoor.

The story depicts how elderly suffer emotionally in modern day life due to ill-treatment and neglect by their children. The main character misses his mother during the hardships and in the course of time, the story shows glimpses of old lifestyle and the importance of mother’s presence in our life.

“This song is sung in Konkani language by a Christian, video is directed by a Hindu, and I am a Muslim, enjoyed watching this beautiful emotional music video; isn’t this the finest example that music has no boundaries, language, and religion?,” said Hamza.

Speaking on the video, Roopakala S N Bhat said, “Unique concept. Though I do not understand the language, the emotions expressed through superb acting reveal the story and pierce the heart.”

“Producer has taken initiative to come out from stereotype music videos; a non-Konkani director has narrated a heartrending story, depicting mental trauma of the elderly ill-treated by their children; deteriorating human values are a concern in the modern era,” said Nanu Marol.

Krisben Music

Christopher Roshan Lobo, Kulshekar/Bahrain created YouTube channel Krisben Music In 2020. The videos released so far are:

1. Lockdown Mog - Christopher Roshan Lobo
2. Yo Moga - Sonia Shirsat
3. Poilo Kumgar - Reuben Lobo
4. O Santa Come - Jackline Fernandes and Elton Nazareth
5. Ye Nari - Nihal Tauro
6. Sheetoll Varya - Karen Crasta
7. Birbiro Pavs - Shilpa Cutinha and Rynel Sequeira
8. Maincho Palo'nv - Prajoth D'Sa.

Youtube link for Maincho Palo’nv: