photogallery.malayalam.samayam.comInteresting photogallery from Malayalam Samayam en-us2015 Times Internet Limited.http://syndication.indiatimes.com/http://images.photogallery.indiatimes.com/photo.cms?msid=48053890http://photogallery.malayalam.samayam.comSun, 29 Jun 2025 21:45:21 +0530http://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/101219151.cmsThe Mango Mela, held in Bengaluru over the weekend, presented a whole lot of mango-based concoctions and dishes. The event was organised at Bengaluru’s Lalbagh Botanical Garden by the Karnataka State Mango Development and Marketing Corporation. Wide varieties of mango like Badami (alphonso), Raspuri, Sakkargutthi, Sendhoora, Mallika, Malgova and Imam Pasand were available at the mela where mango lovers directly purchased the fruits from the farmers. Not just mangoes, the cafeteria menu also featured mango-based delicacies such as aam panna, mango sandwich, mango dosa, mango ice gola, mango shrikhand, and aamras puri. Fri, 23 Jun 2023 17:02:52 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/101217848.cmsOver 350 participants including people from the queer community and allies came together for the second edition of Pride Run/Walk 2023 at Cubbon Park in Bengaluru. “This was our biggest walk/run so far. We had over 500 registrations, comprising mostly members of the queer members and allies. Last year, we had just 150 people participating and it was only a 5k run. However, we realized that not everyone would want to or be able to do a 5k run. So we added more formats like the 3k walk/run so that people of all athletic capabilities can take part,” says Karthic Ashokan, one of the organisers. He further added, “We want to make sports accessible to the queer community. We train together for different marathons within this city and outside. While regular events are for queer members only, special events such as the Pride Run/Walk are for all. This year our main goal is to increase our non-binary and trans membership.”Fri, 23 Jun 2023 16:22:00 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/100961585.cmsIn a grand conclusion of their wedding festivities, Abishek Ambareesh and Aviva Bidappa hosted a sangeet, interestingly called Club Abiva, for their family and industry friends over the weekend. Abishek, true to his actor image, arrived on stage with a ‘hero introduction song’ which we hear was from his upcoming flick Bad Manners. He went on to serenade his wife Aviva, togged in a gold lehenga, with a mix of hit Kannada and English songs. The who’s who of tinselville including Yash, Darshan, Ramya Krishnan, Prabhu Deva, Jaya Prada, Rishab Shetty, Pramod, Gurukiran, Pallavi, Bharathi Vishnuvardhan, Shivarajkumar, Malashree, Radhana Ram, Pranita Subhash and others were present.Tue, 13 Jun 2023 14:31:38 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/100881951.cmsStars and celebrities from across India descended on Bengaluru to attend the lavish reception of the just-married couple – Abishek Ambareesh, son of late actor Ambareesh and Sumalatha Ambareesh, and Aviva Bidapa, daughter of fashion designer Prasad Bidapa and theatre personality Judith Bidapa. The event was hosted with huge fanfare at Palace Grounds on June 07, which was attended by family members and friends from the film industry, and prominent political figures. Celebrities like megastar Chiranjeevi, Bollywood actor and politician Shatrughan Sinha, actress Divya Spandana, Kichcha Sudeep, Puneeth Rajkumar's brother Raghavendra, Jackie Shroff, Khushbu Sundar and many others graced their presence. Former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai and Chief Minister of Karnataka Siddaramaiah also attended the grand reception. Abishek and Aviva Bidapa opted for traditional Indian looks for the lavish reception. While Abhishek wore a golden sherwani with a pearl necklace, Aviva looked regal as she complimented him in a matching saree. Abishek tied the knot with Aviva Bidapa at the grand ceremony in Karnataka on June 05, 2023.Fri, 09 Jun 2023 20:41:53 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/100814012.cmsBangalore Creative Circus reverberated with the sounds of over 80 avid djembe enthusiasts at the first community drum circle organised by the Bangalore Drums Collective (BDC).Wed, 07 Jun 2023 12:32:03 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/100813421.cmsCheers filled the air as Abishek Ambareesh tied three knots around long-time girlfriend Aviva Bidapa’s neck, at their wedding ceremony at Palace Grounds on June 05, before a host of dignitaries that included politicians, cricketers and film personalities. Dressed in complementing attire, the couple could not stop smiling through their big moment. Sumalatha Ambareesh looked emotional as she sat next to the couple during the thaali-tying ceremony. The bride’s parents, fashion guru Prasad Bidapa and his wife, theatre personality Judith Bidapa oversaw the ceremony with much fondness. The reception will be held on June 07, 2023. The rituals were held according to Vokkaliga traditions. The Naadaswaram team played songs from Ambareesh’s films, such as Olavina Udugore and Kuchiku Kuchiku. While Yash and Sudeep dropped in with their families, Rajinikanth came in early to bless the couple. Other celebrities included Anil Kumble, Meena, Suhasini Maniratnam, Mohan Babu and Vani Ganapathy.Wed, 07 Jun 2023 12:14:16 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/100812960.cmsArt lovers converged to paint a 35-foot-wide wall at the iconic Airlines Hotel. Organised by Creatibeeti, 'Wall as Your Canvas: The Van Gogh Edition' sought to present a fresh take on Van Gogh’s legendary Starry Nights to Bengalureans. As cups of piping hot coffee and plates of lip-smacking masala dosas went around, the group of 40 got together in the morning and completed the magnum opus in five-and-a-half hours. This was one of the several mural painting workshops organised by Bhoomika Ananth, a final-year medical student of Rajarajeshwari Medical College and the founder of Creatibeeti. Already, 27 walls in the city have got a makeover – from government schools to cafes.Wed, 07 Jun 2023 12:00:30 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/100536248.cmsIndia's first ever open trampoline competition made its debut in Bengaluru on Sunday. Held with an aim to create a buzz around trampolining and promote the sport in the country, the event saw over 12 national-level athletes from states including Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, among others participate. Fri, 26 May 2023 23:28:57 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/100363176.cmsFri, 19 May 2023 22:10:32 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/99996732.cmsMumbai-based event organisers Banyan Tree brought the second edition of their World Jazz Festival to Bengaluru. The event was held at MLR Convention Centre in JP Nagar. The one-day festival was headlined by pioneering jazz/Carnatic guitarist Prasanna, legendary Dutch tenor saxophonist Alexander 'The Hurricane' Beets and jazz/hip-hop fusion artist Saskia Laroo. The festival featured an extraordinary line-up of eminent international jazz musicians from the Netherlands, USA, Thailand, Serbia, Brazil, and South Korea, to name a few. A host of Indian Musicians melded two resonant musical cultures together. The festival tour marked the occasion of International Jazz Day, celebrated annually worldwide, on the 30th of April.Fri, 05 May 2023 02:15:41 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/99938795.cmsOn April 25, exactly at 12.17 pm, Bengaluru witnessed zero shadows! Anything vertical did not create a shadow as the sun was directly overhead, and this unique phenomenon happens only twice a year, at places between the Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn. Students and experts gathered at the city’s Planetarium to observe “Zero Shadow Day”. The phenomenon will repeat on August 18.Tue, 02 May 2023 18:42:08 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/99593393.cmsEchoes of Earth’s multi-city event had its first instalment in Bengaluru, kickstarting a journey of celebration of the city’s freshwater ecosystem. It started with a story-telling session by Vikram Sridhar, followed by a panel discussion that featured environmental saviours who spoke at length about how protecting water bodies should be more of an individual commitment rather than just the duty of a particular government or authority. The highlight was a stage design focussing on the threatened bird species, Oriental Darter. The event closed with a music performance by The Cinematic Orchestra.Tue, 18 Apr 2023 22:38:27 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/99593101.cmsThe age of discovery and trade along the Silk Route opened up India’s abundance to the world. The rich, diverse land was a shocking revelation to the seafaring Europeans and the trading Eurasians. The discovery also proved to be the doorway for influence and interaction between the East and the West. Indian Biere House, in J P Nagar, is curated for a quintessential culinary journey through the Mediterranean heartlands and port cities of southeast Europe to southeast Asian countries, with a hint of modern European flavours along with its marque home brews.Tue, 18 Apr 2023 22:17:31 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/99403757.cmsThe first edition of the SAUCE festival, held in Bengaluru on Saturday saw art and music lovers, tech enthusiasts, and foodies throng the venue. The impressive line-up of performers included Parvaaz, Thaikkudam Bridge, and Seedhe Maut, among several independent artists.Tue, 11 Apr 2023 14:43:05 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/99272760.cmsThe holy month of Ramadan is a celebration for Bengaluru’s culinary hotspots. The streets of Frazer Town’s Mosque Road are abuzz every evening with visitors from all corners of the city. The small street has everything, from snacks to exotic meats.Wed, 05 Apr 2023 18:51:41 +0530BCCL