COLORS Tamil takes you on a nostalgic ride with ‘Ninaithaley Inikum’ concert, a tribute to the Melisai Mannar MSV

~COLORS Tamil proudly presents one-of- a kind concert Ninaithaley Inikum, on 3rd and 4th August, 7 PM onwards

Chennai,  July 30, 2019: Shivaji, MGR and Gemini Ganesan, the three legendary Tamil heroes of the ’80s have many things in common. Amongst various striking features of their films, one that stands out magically is the music composed by legendary musician MS Vishwanathan. Filling your homes with the music from Tamil cinema’s golden era, COLORS Tamil, Tamil Nadu’s youngest GEC, is all set to present a tribute concert of Mellisai Mannar MS Viswanathan, ‘Ninaithaley Innikum’, this weekend, 3rd and 4th August at 7:00 PM.

This musical extravaganza show, ‘Ninaithaley Inikkum’ organized to remember and celebrate the fabled hero of music- MSV, will showcase celebrated playback singers of Tamil cinema uniting on one grand stage to render his soulful numbers. Ranging from ‘Paadum pothu naan thendral kaatru’ to ‘Adho andha paravai pola vaazha vendum’, viewers can witness a range of musical numbers rendered on stage by renowned playback singer SP Balasubramanyam, Anuradha Sriram, Mahati, and many more as part of this hour-long show.

Commenting on the occasion, Anup Chandrasekharan, Business Head – COLORS Tamil said, “This is a great occasion for music lovers in the state. We are bringing alive the magic of MSV through SPB, another legend of this industry and many more singers in one show. At COLORS Tamil we are always looking at newer avenues to keep our audiences engaged and partnerships like these take us one step closer to the viewers. We are certain that the beautiful medley of songs will take everyone on a nostalgic trip back in time.”  

Transcending generations, MSV rules the magic of music waves even today. From romantic numbers like ‘Azhagiye Megam’ to inspirational songs like ‘Ezhu Swarangalukkul’ from Apoorva Raagangal, MSV’s music has been the soul of movies from the late 1950s to ’70s.  The show will also witnessed a special dance number by COLORS Tamil’s  Perazhgi and Malar fame Gayathri, Arun and Vyshnavi for the evergreen song, ‘Aadaludan Paadal’ .

Commenting on the event, playback singer SPB, as he is popularly known, said, “MSV is a magician when it comes to music, as he has created some unforgettable numbers that live on for generations after generations. He broke away from traditional compositions and experimented with many fusion numbers, which was truly an innovation back then. The intricacies and nuances in his music speak about his passion and knowledge that comes from his rich experience. It is such a privilege and I am deeply honored by this opportunity to render his light romantic numbers.”

For the nostalgic weekend evening, this scintillating concert will be showcased on COLORS Tamil on 3rd and 4th of August 7:00 PM onwards. The channel is available on all leading cable networks and on all DTH platforms – Sun Direct (CH NO 128), Tata Sky (CHN NO 1555), Airtel (CHN NO 763), Dish TV (CHN NO 1808) and Videocon D2H (CHN NO 553). Have you missed any episode? Don’t worry, tune-in to Voot to catch up all your favorite shows.

About COLORS Tamil: Launched in February 2018, COLORS Tamil is the youngest general entertainment channel from the stable of Viacom18 that thrives to entertain the Tamil speaking viewers around the globe through distinctive and powerful stories that inspire and celebrate women and their families. Positioned as Idhu Namma Oru Coloru (the colors of our motherland), COLORS Tamil focuses on storytelling that matches the rich heritage of the Tamil Nadu culture with qualitative and innovative programming. Some of our flagship shows are Velunachi, Arya’s Enga Veetu Maapilai, Dance Vs Dance, COLORS Comedy Nights, Singing Stars, Oviya, Vandhal Sridevi, Perazhagi, Thirumanam, Thari and Malar amongst others. 

About Viacom18: Viacom18 Media Pvt. Ltd. is one of India’s fastest growing entertainment networks and a house of iconic brands that offers multi-platform, multi-generational and multicultural brand experiences. A joint venture of TV18, which owns 51%, and Viacom Inc., with a 49% stake, Viacom18 defines entertainment in India by touching the lives of people through its properties on air, online, on ground, in shop and through cinema.