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Gargi wins folk dance competition at Reverie 2014, SGTB Khalsa at second spot

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The event saw performances from nine teams including Miranda House, Mata Sundari College and Kalindi College.The dance forms on display included Kawariattam, the famous Gidda and the evergreen Bhangra. The teams that emerged as winners were Gargi College who bagged the first prize while Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Khalsa College (SGTB Khalsa) and Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce (SGGSCC)went away with the second and third spot respectively.

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Khyati Thapriyal, a trained kathak dancer and one of the finalist of the Indian reality show India’s Dancing Superstar, graced the event as the judge. She was accompanied by Rashmi Bhardwaj, a member of the Philosophy department of Gargi College and also a trained Bharatnatyam dancer for 15 years.

Commenting on the performances put up by the various colleges, Ms. Thapriyal remarked, “It is fascinating to see college students receive such platforms for dance. With the level of performances put up, I am sure as soon as they pass out of colleges, they will crack several opportunities.

Catch live updates from Reverie 2014 here | Visit the Reverie 2014 Facebook Album here

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Reverie 2014 inauguration lends a Rajasthani touch to the fest

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The inauguration for Reverie 2014 began with the Principal of Gargi College Dr. Shashi Tyagi welcoming students and guests alike on their journey from ‘dreams to reality’. She opened the show with the words “The future belongs to those who dream”. Radhika Aggarwal, the Cultural Secretary of the college threw more light on what is to be looked forward to in the coming three days.

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The cultural events for the inauguration began with a Rajasthani touch with a folk song performance ‘Kesari baalam – padharo maaro des’ by the Langa troop. Chari dance which is a Rajasthani welcome dance where women perform with pots on their heads with perfect hand movements was followed by the langa troop performance on the song ‘mor bole re’. The next performance was that of Babai dance which stole the show with a woman balancing seven pots on her head increasing one by one and other stunts including dance on a silver plate, naked swords and broken mirrors while still balancing the pots. Ghoomar dance with women in swirling robes came next followed by the kalbailiya dance which was a medley.

The cultural show came to a conclusion with another Rajasthani folk song by the Langa troop.

Catch live updates from Reverie 2014 here | Visit the Reverie 2014 Facebook Album here

By Isheeta Sharma and Shaily Sharma

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Deep Money to perform at P.G.D.A.V’s Aaghaz

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Aaghaz 2014, the annual cultural-techno fest of P.G.D.A.V. College aims to capture Indian Streets under the theme ‘Dil Se Desi’ from 31st January to 1st February.  After last year’s star night with Bollywood playback singer Aditi Singh Sharma, this year Aaghaz presents a concert with Punjabi Singer Deep Money.

The fest boasts of 25 events including Shor – the street theatre event, battle of the bands, classical singing, western dance and hip-hop hustle. The fest also offers technical events such as Xquiz- IT, Code Drift, LAN wars, Algolics coupled with quizzes, debates and group discussions.

Television actress and politician Smriti Irani will grace the fest as the Chief Guest and inaugurate the show. On 31st January, Sahitya Kala Parishad will be presenting puppet shows and folk dances. The folk performances will be followed by Aayush – the multi genre Hindi band’s performance at 6:30 p.m.

Day two of the fest features a performance by Punjabi singer Deep Money, again starting at 6:30 p.m.

You can visit their official portal for further details: Facebook Page | Official Website

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