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In her remards Michelle Rowland Said: Jai Shri Krishna Bhagwat Smaran — may our hearts and minds be filled with the divine remembrance of Lord Krishna as we come together for this special, and spiritual, event. I am humbled and honoured to welcome His Holiness Shri Dwarkeshlalji Mahodayashri back to Australia. Tonight is significant and symbolic. We are gathered to celebrate the 24th Utsav of the Vaishnav Sangh of Sydney. And what makes this occasion even more memorable, is the fact that His Holiness has graced this celebration every year. This is a testament to his deep love for this community. A reflection of his…
Jai Shri Krishna It’s an honour to be here with you. This spiritual institution is unlike any other, carrying the weight and wisdom of an 800-year-old legacy from India. This is not just any temple, or gathering. This evening, we celebrate a deep spiritual tradition that takes us back to the divine land of Udupi often revered as the Mathura of South India. It was there, more than 800 years ago, that the great Sri Madhvacharya established the Udupi Krishna Temple—ushering in a tradition of worship and service, of scholarship and community strength. What touched me most when learning about this legacy, was the scale…
Hai Mera Dil a Roaring Success Hai Mera Dil! It truly stimulated your dil as it had wit, it had humour, it had satire! It had a punchline every minute; no I stand corrected, every single dialogue was comical and the timing was perfect. I laughed so hard at the character interactions, only to see the others were laughing even harder. It was one of the best theatricals that Sydney has seen. It was a courageous venture for Screan Australia and Manju Mittal to fly out five of Ank Theatre’s amazing artists from Mumbai. The script was sharp and contemporary,…
Directed by Sejal Shah & produced by Vinod Bhanushali, Costao is a high-octane crime drama inspired by the life of Maverick custom officer who took on Goa’s biggest smuggler When you think of Goa, vibrant beaches and lively parties probably come to mind. But three decades ago, Goa’s darker side told a very different story—one dominated by smuggling and secrets. Drawing from this gritty past, ZEE5 is set to unveil an untold chapter of history with its latest original film, Costao, starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui. Produced by Vinod Bhanushali, Kamlesh Bhanushali, Bhavesh Mandalia, Sejal Shah, Shyam Sunder & Faizuddin Siddiqui, Costao…
After winning hearts with Sky force and Chhaava, Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films is back with a fresh, chaotic and charming love story – Bhool Chuk Maaf. The trailer for this heartwarming romantic comedy is finally here, offering a glimpse into a world where one man’s perfect day turns into an endless loop of chaos. Directed and written by Karan Sharma, Bhool Chuk Maaf pairs Raj kummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi for the very first time – bringing together irresistible chemistry, quirky storytelling, and the soul of small-town India. Set against the colorful backdrop of Varanasi, the film follows Ranjan, a…
Australians in Werriwa will have more options for free, public mental health care backed by Medicare, thanks to a billion-dollar investment by a re-elected Albanese Labor Government. Locals will have access to free, walk-in mental health support and care with the opening of a new Medicare Mental Health Centre in Green Valley. Medicare Mental Health Centres provide free, walk-in mental health support and care for people in distress and ongoing care for more complex mental health needs. The centres are staffed by a multidisciplinary care team, including social workers, nurses and peer support workers, who will provide wraparound support and…
Andrew Charlton MP, Federal Member for Parramatta today announced that a re-elected Albanese Labor Government will help fund a two-storey, multi-purpose community hall at the Murugan Temple in Mays Hill. This $7 million election commitment will contribute to funding a state-of-the-art facility for Sydney’s Tamil community with an 800-seat multifunction hall, a 600 seat multipurpose space, foyers, learning rooms, library and meeting rooms. It will be an important gathering space that will help strengthen community ties for the local Tamil community, as well as an educational and cultural hub for the wider Parramatta community. Consistent with past practice, election commitments…
Dilnoor and B Praak come together with their latest heartfelt track, Mera Yaar. With Dilnoor’s soulful voice and B Praak’s signature touch, this song beautifully captures the depth of love, longing, and devotion. Mera Yaar is poetry in motion—each verse drenched in emotion, each note echoing with passion. The lyrics paint a stunning picture of love, drawing parallels between the beloved and the moon’s celestial beauty. From the first note to the last lingering echo, Mera Yaar it’s an experience that stays with you. Reflecting on the song, Dilnoor shares,”Mera Yaar song is about completely surrendering…