I was invited by my friends to attend the republic day
celebrations in their housing society. I thought I would carry my camera along as they had mentioned that it was going to be a variety entertainment programme, including walking the ramp.
For a change they had included participants from all age
groups for walking the ramp.
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The best part of the whole programme was that practically
every member of the society (or at least one from each family) took part in the
events.
A sure shot way of pulling in the crowd, but then I suppose that
is the best way to get the attention of the whole family.
Even though it stretched for more than three hours, things
were moving at a good pace with no time wasted.
Children getting the final touch before the call for the next item.
Children getting the final touch before the call for the next item.
There was no let-up in the costumes and that made it all the
more colourful.
I liked the skit by these guys in the police uniform, some
dancing very well and some not so well but everyone enjoyed the spirit of the
performance.
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These girls were in perfect sync
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And so was the lavani team (got to see a lavni after a long
time)
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Some kids did not want to give up the seats close to the ramp
even if it meant enduring the blast from the speakers.
I remember the hola-hoop being a real craze during the sixties,
and I too could hold on for about a minute, but then that was more than five
decades ago. This girl did a good job with two hoops
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After watching the whole programme, I think we can make things
work if there is teamwork.
You can see them in action in the videos.
I have just added glimpses of each item to keep the video short. If anyone wants the longer version just drop in a mail to joezach54@gmail.com
(If watching on YouTube, do keep the setting on 720pHD for clarity)
I have just added glimpses of each item to keep the video short. If anyone wants the longer version just drop in a mail to joezach54@gmail.com
(If watching on YouTube, do keep the setting on 720pHD for clarity)
20 comments:
Colourful pics.
Love that slow motion of the Hoop in the video - Charles
Hari OM
Oh this is one of the best gatherings I have seen for RepDay!!! Congrats to all who made effort and glad you all had such fun celebrations. YAM xx
That clearly was not boring.
You must have enjoyed the colorful evening.There is no mention of food that is usually there.
Entertaining as usual. But although i could hear Vangelis and the OST of Chariots of Fire my all time fav music playing was unable to see anything of the vdo. Now as u say will try and get to see it on You Tube. Want to see the slo mo of hoop Mr Charles is talking of.
Thank you also for stopping by at my post. :)
It is really wonderful to see people celebrating such occasions with so much fun and dedication. And also highlight our diversity.
Even I used to hula hoop very well while i was young, and it is said that one never forgets if ones has mastered it once, but I cannot get the hoop stay on my waist for more than 4 rounds, though once upon a time I could do it so well.
However, I have not given up, I keep seeing various hula hoop sites in Youtube, and keep watching the tips shown by them, I am going to be successful one day.
Happy Republic day!
A wonderful post with great photos. I always enjoy traditional clothing, so colorful and beautiful. Thank you for sharing this with us.
looks like a great celebration for everyone in attendance and everyone participating, too!
What a terrific celebration. On the same day as your Republic Day, we celebrate Australia Day.
Lovely gathering!
What a wonderful celebration. This surely brings the society members together for an evening amidst fun and laughter :)
So nice to see the cultur and the show. Thanks for sharing:)
Looks like a fun celebration..So colorful..Thanks for sharing
Great celebration, and such an exciting and colourful series of photos. Thank you so much for sharing.
Great celebration, and such an exciting and colourful series of photos. Thank you so much for sharing.
Very Colorful and appreciate the enthusiasm and the love for our motherland to celebrate republic day with such pomp and gaiety.
Looks like a fun evening Joe :)
Very colorful event and celebration!
It is nice to see all the people in the complex participating and enjoying the evening. Enjoyed the colourful programmes.
Very interesting blog. A lot of blogs I see these days don't really provide anything that attract others, but I'm most definitely interested in this one. Just thought that I would post and let you know.
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