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The reason why so many malayalies become good singers and why so many are singers in Tamil and other language films was revealed in Asianet Idea star singer. MG Sreekumar and Sarath are by themselves expert musicians. The respect and revere they give to their elder,legend and genius MS Vishwanathan is unparalleled in Tamil world. No channel has so far given the well deserved respect to him. Music is the language of Gods and the talent is given by him to those who have these qualities. Malayalies follow the parampara till date and that is probably why they are so good in Classical singing. The way Sreekuar and Sarath and Usha didi point out each and every mistake is the proof of their expertise and wisdom.

Musicians more than other professionals tend to be more biased. They make quick opinions and try to defend their opinions. There are always conflicts between them because of this. Many Idea star singer forums reflecting public sentiment were vouching for Durga. many said she is being treated unfair. And many opined Anurtha was getting more than she deserves.

MS Vishwanathan seem to have reflected the public sentiment. Ofcourse he went by his judgement and it coincided with public perception. He also offered a singing chance in his next venture for Durga and Arun Gopan. He gave 22 for Durga, 15 for Hesham and Amurtha, and 16 for Arun Gopan. This is from a man who is revered as a genius of his time and one who knew the public pulse. Even today he is the best composer of Tamil films. Illayaraja and AR Rahman are better in sophisticated instrument usage of today but they are no where near him in composition. Durga can be and should be in the top of the world, deservedly.

MS Vishwanathan is coming back to Tamil films by being Music director for Valiban Sutrum Ulagam.The Film Produced by Sri Jai Shakthi creations. Story, Screen play, and dialogues are all done by A.R.Lalithasamy.M.G.R.Siva and Meenakshi are introduced in the film. The other co-stars are M.G.R.Hari, Manorama, Latha and Vennira Addai Moorthy.

Durga scored 89 in her fourth round. Her total marks are 316/400 [ average-79] , while Anurtha after finishing four rounds has scored 302/400 and Hesham is 289/400. [He scored 74 yesterday]. Najim having scored 257 already in first three rounds will be the first in semifinals followed by Durga. The third position is still close to call, though Amurtha has the most chances. Arun or Tushar has to score 90+ to overtake her. The rest are not reachable.
The above photo is of young age MSV- courtesy- http://www.msvtimes.com/
Do you Know?
1. MSV was born on June 24, 1928 at his home `Manayangath House’ at Ilappulli in Kerala. His father’s name is Subramanian and his mother was called Narayani Kutti.

2.When he was 13 years old, his arangetram (first concert) was held at Trivandrum in Kerala. The audience loved his performance convinced that here was a genius in the making. Leading newspapers also took the cue and wrote about the lad in glowing terms.

3.His first break as a music director came in 1948 with the film Jenova, produced by E P Eapachan and starring MGR.

4.He is the only Music Director from South India whose compositions have become study matter at Harvard University, USA

5.He composed the tune for the official anthem of the Tamil Nadu state government (Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu) which is played at all public meetings, schools, etc.

6. Titles and Awards
1. Mellisai Mannar – King of Light Music.
2. Isai Perarignar – Great Scholar
3. Lifetime Achievement Award – By the Sangam Kala Group
4. Kamukara Award – By the Kerala government
5. Kalaimamani (a jewel for art) – By the Tamil Nadu state government
6. `For the sake of honour’ award – By Rotary Club of Madurai Mid-Town
7. Honorary doctorate awarded by Sathyabama Deemed University for his achievements in Music.
8. Paramacharya Award
9. WorldFest Houston (USA) – Won the Gold Remi Award in 2005 for the best music score for the film, `Vishwa Thulasi’.

7.MSV’s writing style is peculiar; he writes holding the pen between his index finger and his middle finger

8.MSV is a man of many talents; he has acted in many movies and has also appeared in various programmes on Indian Television (Doordarshan) and other TV channels.

Today Arun Gopan and Najim will perform their final semifinals performance.