FR. NEVILLE GRACIAS' NEW KONKANI FILM.

Every week in Kuwait we get one or two Konkani Albums either as CD or VCD or DVD. Every week I purchase them from Video Shop. Most of these Films are scrap but some are good. One such a good Konkani Film recently I got was of Fr. Neville Gracias’ “VOCH ANINK PATOK KORUM NAKA”.

Fr. Neville and I met in Kuwait about 4 years back when he visited Kuwait and taking this opportunity he participated in Rosary Ferns Tiatro Kuwait Soddun Vetana in which he played a nice role. When I penned down a few lines with his photos in both the local newspapers in Kuwait describing his dramatic activities, not only Goans but even international community residing in Kuwait was surprised to know that this priest is a dramatist also.

The recent Film of his “Vochat Anink Patok Korum Naka” was really worth watching; the story has got biblical meaning and spiritual significance and it is a very good lesson for the young couples who are unfaithful to their marriage vows. In this Film one gets lot of information of how to be faithful to his/her spouse and also how to be unfaithful as well.

The romantic role played by handsome and attractive Sylvester Vas opposite to equally attractive Felcy deserves highest compliments. Felcy is one of the senior most artistes whom I first time saw in Minguel Rod’s Tiatro “Lembddo Santan” when I was a College student about 40 years back and she was very young and beautiful looker then attracting immense interest in youths like me. Seniority and age did not shadow her original looks which she in this film beautified more elegantly with nice dresses. It is admiring she still keeps her youthful looks. As usual Sylvester Vas played the hero’s role with his normal ease and elegance.

The other beauty who gave extra glamour for this Film was attractive Jessica Gomes who stands tall among all the lovely looking female artistes on Konkani Stage today. It reminds me of those great days in sixties when beautiful Antonette and charming Ophelia used to dazzle the audience with their superb acting and beautiful looks. It is very essential for the female artiste to have good looks to attract the attention of the audience. It is not only Jessica’s beauty that attracted the viewers to her but also her very romantic role she played opposite Salu de Loutolim who was unfortunately no match to her as he lacks lot of qualites to play such a romanti role.

Both the comedians Domnick and Luis Bachan did justice for their comedy roles.

Fr. Neville’s role as a Doctor was superb, the delivery of his statements was appropriate and to the point.

Fr. Neville deserves praises for scripting the story of this film which is worth watching.

A. Veronica Fernandes,

Kuwait.

KGA 7-A-SIDE SOCER TOURNEY IN KUWAIT.

AN EVENT TO MATCH THE EID FESTIVITIES AMONG EXPATRIATES

 

UAE Exchange sponsored Kuwait Goan Association (KGA) will organize the 4th Edition of Eslinda Alemao Memorial Football Tournament on the first day of Eid Al Adha which will host 20 KIFF affiliated teams participating under the auspices of KIFF. The tournament is also co-sponsored by Gulf Cables & Electrical Industries Co., Lulu Hypermarkets, Air India, Mughal Mahal, Dana Optics, Lipton, Fitwell Tailor, Bhasin Co. and Almarai Co. The Eid Al Adha festivities are continuously celebrated by KGA for the last four years at the lush green serene surroundings of the MOH Grounds with the Arabian sea tidal waves in the background at the MOH Grounds management. The matches will commence at 6:45 a.m. and will be officiated by Indian Football Referees Association and compered by popular Merwyn Pereira and Penny Rebello. For more info, email: kgakuwait@gmail.com

SKYNET RAIDERS, GOA MAROONS WIN. MALABAR UNITED, INDIAN STRIKERS, UNITED FRIENDS AND DON BOSCO ORATORY SHARE SPOILS IN KIFF LEAGUE FOR 2012-2013

Day 3 of the KIFF league for the Late JP D’Mello Rolling Trophy kicked off in humid conditions on 19th October 2012 at the MOH Sabah grounds in Kuwait with four matches.

In the first match of Group A, two strong teams from South India, Malabar United and Indian Strikers locked horns. Malabar United after losing the first match started strongly, but Indian Strikers held firm. Indian Strikers went ahead early through Haris Kunnammal. Malabar United equalized through Jibhu after a spot kick was awarded. In the second half Dunston put Indian Striker ahead. As the match was heading towards a draw, Malabar United equalized through Jayan to share the spoils. Man of the Match was awarded to Jagadeesh of Malabar United. The match was supervised by Christopher and assisted by Mubarak and Simon.

The second match in Group B was between Skynet Raiders and YRC Rising Stars. Skynet after the setback in the 1st round started positively and were awarded a penalty which Tiago converted. Five minutes later Skynet increased their lead through Sunny. In the second half Manuel scored a brace to end a comfortable win for Skynet and keep alive their hopes for qualification. YRC Rising Stars did make forays into Skynet to reduce the deficit, but could not breach the tight Skynet defense. Man of the Match was awarded to Manuel of Skynet Raiders. The proceedings were conducted by Mubarak at the center with Simon and Sharma on the lines.

3rd match of the day in Group D, GOA Maroons took on CRC Chinchinim. GOA Maroons kicked off in style with their midfield toying with CRC. Joe opened the scoring for GOA Maroons and Zelito rounded to make it 2-0 at half time. In the second half GOA Maroons were all over CRC who did not have any answer to the onslaught. Zelito continued his fine form and scored the brace and third for GOA Maroons. The rout was completed by Joe who scored from a penalty spot to complete his brace and lead the final tally in favor of GOA Maroons 4-0. The score line would have been much worse for CRC Chinchinim if not for their goalkeeper Anthony who saved admirably in the final stages of the game. Man of Match was bagged by Zelito. The match was refereed by Francis in the center and Sharma and Christopher on the lines.

The final match of the day in Group C saw Don Bosco Oratory taking on United Friends Club. DBO attacked the rivals from the opening, but UFC as usual soaked in the initial pressure and counter attacked. Sustained pressure from DBO earned them a penalty which Lloyd converted in the 1st half. UFC retaliated and equalized in a brilliant fashion with their diminutive medio Xavier scoring a gem of a goal sending his well directed kick from the top of the box into the roof of DBO goal. The second half started on frantic pace with DBO dominating initially, but Martin under the under UFC was once again at his superlative best. UFC counter attacked with Xavier again with his fleet footed runs unleashed a scorcher which beat the DBO goalkeeper, but hit the bar and came out. DBO pressurized UFC for the winner but Martin did not allow his goal to be breached and the game ended in a 1-1 draw. Man of the Match was awarded to Xavier of UFC. The match was supervised by Philip at the center with Francis and Vincy on the lines.

The Man of the Match awards are sponsored by Integrated Logistics Company. Housie snowball (bingo) prize is sponsored by Al Qatan Travels.

On 26/10/2012 Kuwait Goan Association is conducting its 4th Edition of Eslinda Alemao Memorial 7 a side Football tournament which is open to only KIFF affiliates starting at 6.30am at the MOH Grounds.

The schedule of matches on 02/11/2012 for the ongoing KIFF League:

1st Match at 6.30am Navelim Youth Center v/s Santos United

2nd Match at 8 am CRC Chinchinim v/s FC Sparks

3rd Match at 9.15am DHL FC v/s Kuwait Goan Association

4th Match at 10.30am Curtorcares United v/s Real Betalbatim FC

XAVIER FURTADO,
KUWAIT.