tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-48170309931858201972024-03-08T08:25:45.528+05:30Weekly Newsletter from Magic Academy, IndiaSpeaks every week, or atleast twice a month, on the institutional activities of Asia's first Magic Academy in Kerala, India and the individual endeavours of its founder, Gopinath Muthukad.
Address: Magic Academy, Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695012, India. Tel: 0091 471 2358910 Fax: 0091 471 2355920 Emails: magiceditor@gmail.com (PR Department) magicacademyindia@gmail.com (Admin. Department). Editor: Deepak M, Consultant Editor: K.P. SivakumarMagic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.comBlogger727125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-10160115457967813012014-01-16T11:39:00.000+05:302014-02-01T11:41:01.659+05:30Traveller’s Paradise - 2<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The blessed land of Kerala is one of the top most sought after tour and travel destination in the world. From eco-tourism destinations to the serene beaches or from a cool romantic hill to the sprawling tea gardens or from breath taking backwaters to the exhilarating wildlife parks and sanctuaries, Kerala has got all those ingredients which make it a unique experience of a life time. Traveller’s Paradise Column will open up some of the promising destinations of this great land.</div>
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Ashtamudi Lake - <span style="font-weight: normal;">Experience the absolute essence of a boat ride</span></h3>
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Ashtamudi Lake the gate way to back waters surrounded by red cliffs and swaying coconut palms, is the second largest lake and deepest wet land eco system, finding its way in to the sea through the Neendakara estuary. It’s nearly 12km away from Kollam district. Backwater cruise from Kollam to Alapuzha along the backwaters you can see famous Chinese nets gracefully hanging over the lake. The boat journey through the lakes, canals and water bound villages gives a complete exposure to the beauty of backwaters of the Ashtamudi Lake. Catch a glimpse of one of the many thrilling sights of Ashtamudi Backwaters as the boat man gently dips his paddle, without disturbing the calmness of nature, the ripples spread out gently in the shimmering golden hue of the sun. Come and enjoy the absolute essence of a boat ride with its panoramic and magnificent views that will provide everyone an unforgettable experience. Pack your bags for a dream journey that will take you through some of the Kerala’s most incredible tourist places that offer everyone a remarkable vacation and tour filled in the glory of the nature.</div>
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Thenmala - <span style="font-weight: normal;">The first eco-planned tourism of India</span></h3>
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Thenmala the serene village at the foothills of Western Ghats is primarily a forest area. It’s located at a distance of about 72 kms from Thiruvananthapuram, the state capital. It’s the first planned Eco-tourism destination of India. Thenmala in English means honey hills. The wellknown Shenduruney Wildlife Sanctuary is the prime ecotourism resource of Thenmala. The Wildlife Sanctuary is enriched with large varieties of flora and fauna. Here at the Culture Zone one can indulge in a variety of activities like trying few traditional Kerala dishes at the restaurant, a peep on Kerala’s art and culture, an amphitheatre etc. But the highlight of the Culture Zone is the open air Musical Dancing Fountain, which is a big attraction among the visitors. Adventure Zone exhibits elevated walkway for a journey that winds through the canopy of trees and going over rocky terrains bringing one close to life at different heights. And still those who don’t mind to give their body muscles a real work out can go for mountain biking, rock climbing and river crossing. Enjoy the travel to the natural areas to understand the cultural and natural history of environment, taking care not to alter the integrity of eco-system. Nature Trail winding through various areas of the zone attracts a large number of nature tourists</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-63446615465374016752014-01-06T10:44:00.000+05:302014-02-01T10:44:36.807+05:30Experience the close up Magic at its best...<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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119th PPC by Magician Magic Balu on January 11th at Tvpm and 12th Ekm</h3>
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As Paul Coelho said “To realise one’s destiny is a person’s only obligation” Balasubramaniam otherwise known as Magic Balu,the enterprising magician hailing from Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu state holds 18 years of daunting experience in the enigmatic art of magic, which makes him an ultimate performer.</div>
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Basically an Engineer by profession, working with Tamil Nadu Electricity board, is all set to reach here for the 119th Perfect Performer Course to be held on January 11th 2014, where he will be mentoring new inroads into the tricks of close up magic and mentalism. He has got deep knowledge in various forms of Street magic. He is a real performer in all major conventions. He will be sharing his expertise in card magic, coin magic, ball magic etc which will ensure a true mix of close-up magic and moreover he will be concentrating on the major scenarios of pocket mentalism. Please contact 9447768535 (Thiruvananthapuram), 9447072461 (Ernakulam).</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-61989453219317993642014-01-03T11:43:00.000+05:302014-02-01T11:43:42.714+05:30Magic Lantern<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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New Year has always been a time for looking back to the past and more importantly to the coming year. It’s a time to reflect on the changes we need to make and resolve to follow through on those changes. January</div>
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is the month of resolutions rather commitments people make themselves to improve or change certain habits in the new year, these resolutions gives us a chance to lead a better life.</div>
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As Cate Tiernan’s The Book of Shadows says “Any time you feel love for anything, be it stone, tree, Lover or child, you are touched by the goddess of magic”. There is a definite element of magic in every aspects of life and magician is a person who creates something from nothing and strives for its ultimate magical perfection to provide unparallel experience for the audience at large. As a magician everyone of us would agree that the passion for magic is not confined to our love of secrets or pursuit for higher knowledge but exclusively driven by the love of sharing the incredible joy of wonder with those who otherwise would never have the privilege to witness it in the way we are capable of presenting it and this is what the magician always strives to achieve. Every piece of magic a magician performs has to accomplish several parameters; first of all it must be elegant, beautiful, it must have emotional content, it has to make sense and it has to be impossible.</div>
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It also requires totality, adaptability, continuity, and over everything else it has to be an entertaining one. As entertainers the magician always finds his profession to be endless fulfilling. Here the things will be in an extremely difficult mode as every time the magicians will have to increase the reach of thoughts and range of performance to be a perfect performer.</div>
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Perfection is a must need phenomenon for any art as it increase the set standards to emerge as a stronger and better artist. The strength of a magician will depend upon his physical and psychological variants. As Lev Grossman’s famous book “The magician” says “a magician is strong because he feels pain. He feels the difference between what the world is and what he would make of it. A magician is strong because he hurts more than others. His wounds are his strength.” As the time for new beginnings new promises and new aspirations arrives, I wish that like an angel with a magic wand let the New Year heal all the wounds that has occurred in the past and brighten up your glorious magical skills to be ultimate performers which will bring you all the joy and surprises that you could ever imagine. Once again I wish all my readers a Happy and prosperous Year-2014.</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-77436067549736374602014-01-02T10:36:00.000+05:302014-02-01T10:37:11.050+05:30Meet the Champion -TOPAS<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The German Magician and one of the youngest world champions in the history of Magic noted for his own musical style of performance, with his virtuosic dexterity, novel effects and great illusions he has been able to succeed internationally for two decades. He creates his own original illusions and performs more than 250 shows a year. He has been world champion of Manipulation twice, winner of the Gold wand and is one of the top ten magicians in the world. He provides the entertainment at its best by combining “Magic, Comedy &illusions”.</div>
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His major achievements include 2004- Melbourne Christopher award, 2008- World Magic Award- Best Cabaret Male Magic and 2011- Academy of Magical Arts- Magician of the year. His stage shows with wife Roxanne has toured throughout the world and has been featured on programme such as the French “Le Plus Grand Gabaret Du Monde”. For “MAGIC AFFAIRS” Topas and his wife were awarded “Illusionists of the year- 2004” in St Louis USA. They are the only German Magicians performing illusions on tour. For the Centenary of the Magic circle of London, Topas and Roxanne performed their stage show in London. </div>
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Topas has performed in more than 50 international TV shows such as NBC’s “The World’s Greatest Magic”- Caesar’s Palace, Las Vegas. He was awarded “Grand Prix Maqiques De Monte Carlo”. He performs frequently at the Magic Castle in Hollywood; Los Angeles. Topas ensures the magical feast at its peak by combining magic filled with comedy and his own original illusions. </div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-90798918989683173062013-12-31T10:18:00.000+05:302014-02-01T10:19:20.282+05:30MAGIC LANTERN - December<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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December is the month of cakes and candles. It’s the time of Christmas. December has always seemed like a magical time, especially for children with full of excitement fun and happiness. Christmas waves a magic wand over this world to create wonders. Once again to turn miracles into reality, Magic Academy is ready to organise the International Magic Summit which is going to flourish its wings by the end of coming year for the betterment of this wonderful art form. </div>
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Magic is the art which utilizes the entire spectrum of senses. Magic comes from the heart, from your feelings, your deepest expressions of desire. It is moreover self belief. You can’t weave together a spell that you don’t believe in. As Johann Wolfgang said, “Magic means believing in yourself, if you can do that, you can make anything happen”. At its best, Magic is a truly powerful medium that can create unforgettable effects in the minds of audience, from thousands of people in a theatre to a small group around a table. Sometimes for the spectators a great magic feast is worth a life experience. Likewise, the International Summit is going to be a miracle filled with lifelong experiences for the Magicians all across the world.</div>
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On this beautiful Eve of Christmas, when the carols are played at streets, children go to sleep early so as not to miss out gifts from Santa Claus. Before blowing off the lamps and going to bed, just look at the Christmas candles as it is a lovely thing to watch. It makes no noise at all, but unselfishly it grows small and slowly gives itself away. As the year 2013 is going to fade away slowly from our memories, let us ensure once again the closeness of magic fraternity, comfort of our unity to build and ignite our magical skills in enriching the beloved art form “Magic”. </div>
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As you weave dreams of new hopes and aspirations to fill up each day of the New Year with excitement and hope, I wish that may all your dreams come true in the year 2014. Once again I wish all my readers Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-1644966598864022052013-12-31T10:15:00.000+05:302014-02-01T10:15:46.581+05:30When dreams come true<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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As Mary Faulkner said, “The logic behind magic is that we create what we are imagining”. The whole magic family had a dream and the Magic Academy is going to realise that dream in the year 2014.The Magic Academy is all set to host the International Magic Summit which is scheduled from October 31st till November 2nd 2014 at the premises of Kinfra Film and Video Park, Kazhakuttom, India’s first infotainment industrial park. It is situated in Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala. The October 31st will mark the inauguration of Summit, by remembering the great legend of Magic; Harry Houdini.</div>
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The three day event will gather professional magicians, Magical hobbyists, Dealers and students of the art “Magic”. The Magic Academy strives to develop magical ideas, creativity, community and friendship with in the world of magic and looks forward to welcome everyone who loves this art form “Magic” for the mega event in the near future. Magic Academy is proud to carry on that tradition by keeping international variety entertainment alive through the show case of bright new talent and world class professionals.</div>
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The event, organized by Magic Academy, will include a variety of shows, lectures and master classes featuring leading magicians around the globe. The professionals and amateurs will have a chance to enhance their magical skills with in their community. When magicians meet up there is sure to be eye popping magic to be seen both on stage and at the close-up table. The 3-day event of top notch magic consists of gala-shows, close-up shows, stage shows, dealers and variety of competitions to satisfy even the most voracious of magical appetites and the amateurs has the opportunity to have seminar of their interest in “Magic” at the Summit.</div>
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The Academy by organising International Magic Summit aims at building a bridge for magicians from both home and abroad to communicate exchange and learn the latest developments in the industry. Magic Academy organizes Open Debate forums for Delegates, Visitors and Guests, which in turn will discuss the modern trends in the field and will record all major rulings and findings for the improvement of Magic. Renowned magicians like David Sousa, Topaz and Mike Chao will reach to mesmerize the audience with their innovative and stunning performances, which will turn out to be a new experience for all those who love this great art form.</div>
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Kerala the magical strip of land located on the coast of Arabian Sea. It is known across the globe for its backwaters, wildlife sanctuaries, hill stations, tea & spice plantations and Ayurveda. Each tourist destinations of Kerala are known for its compelling charm that entertains tourist during their Kerala tour. The Travellers paradise column will open up some of the must see destinations for travellers all around the world. </div>
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Vagamon, the “Scotland of Asia” situated at a distance of about 60km from Kottayam district surrounded with green estates and beautiful meadows filled with the smell of refreshing mountain air. The meandering road to Vagamon is filled with huge lofty pine trees lined in rows. The grass covered hills; waterfalls, velvet lawns, valleys, fogs, and the cool wind make Vagamon a perfect holiday retreat. The place is blessed with the abundance of nature has also gained popularity as an ecotourist destination. The chain of three hills – Thangal Hill, Murugan Hill and Kurisumala - forms a mark of religious harmony. Vagamon has become the chosen destination for trekkers and adventure lovers. The hill station has developed into a prime paragliding hub and is the venue of international paragliding contests. A walk along the narrow mist covered zigzag roads that wind up the hills is a great experience.</div>
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Kumarakom located 13 kms away from Kottayam district. It is a cluster of little islands forming an interesting water world offering a wide variety of flora, water flowers, variety of fishes, exotic sightseeing, boating and fishing experiences to the tourist. Houseboat cruising in the blue green backwaters with fascinating views of the surrounding scenery and rustic lifestyle of the locals is a delightful experience. The Pathiramanal (sands of</div>
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The Event named “Makkale Mappu” which means 'Sorry Children' has provided a strong message against the atrocities the children has to bear from the today’s society, repented for all those acts on behalf of whole society and revealed to the world at large that children are gods through his magical grace. In order to usher the flowers of goodness in society M.K.Muneer, the Hon minister for the Social justice has also participated in this socially committed magical event.</div>
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Gopinath Muthukad said “If children are treated as gods definitely each home would turn out to be a paradise” and there won’t be any more atrocities which would harm the younger ones and this was the clear message he had revealed to the world at large. M.K.Muneer, said “it’s not only the sole responsibility of the parents to protect our children but the entire society has to play a bigger role to protect our future generation”.</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-526325824932327452013-11-30T12:23:00.000+05:302013-12-02T12:34:49.225+05:30Master of CD manipulation - Jeff Lee<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Jeff Lee is an international award winning magician with a show that places him at the forefront of the magic world. He combines his graceful skills as an incredible magician with his insane antics that will have you in stitches. Jeff Lee has entertained even the Caesar’s palace in Las Vegas and moreover the winner of prestigious Merlin Award -2010, which is considered as the Oscar to the movies. In the year 2009 he has been honoured as the world’s greatest magician. His achievements include </div>
2003 - Competition Seminar Magic in Taipei – Champion <br />
2004 - JCMA (Japan) – Special Award <br />
2004 - The 14th S.A.M Japan International Open – Champion <br />
2007 - South Korea International Magic Competition – Special Award<br />
2008 - United States of America, ABBOTT – Champion<br />
2008 - The 5th Asian Magic Association (AMA) – Champion <br />
2009 - World’s Greatest Magician<br />
2010 - Merlin Award (IMS)<br />
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As a world class magician Jeff Lee has performed in China, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore and United States, as well as on live television in front of millions of viewers, and has own a magic show that is showing in different parts of the world, Which is mesmerizing a wide variety of audiences with his innovative, thought provoking and visually stunning performance.We the whole magic fraternity is blessed by his presence for the mega event Magic Planet-2014.</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-43186214792539911332013-11-20T12:16:00.000+05:302013-12-02T12:17:14.928+05:30Meet the world's first lady of magic<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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World renowned lady magician Juliana Chen was born and raised in the human province of the people’s republic of China. Even as a teenager after a couple of accidents which injured the same leg Juliana was advised by doctors to give up foot juggling. The ambidextrous Juliana had the ability, ambition and determination to succeed in her profession, with her sheer passion and perseverance she captured supreme skills in card manipulation. Her specialty includes card flourishing and scaling (throwing). Juliana has the capacity to scale a stream of cards at incredible distances. Aside from her sleight-of-hand wizardry, she also captivates audiences with her jaw-dropping illusions flavoured with dance, music and theatrics. She became the first woman, and first magician of Chinese heritage, to win a world title for a solo act in the 50-year history of The World Congress of Magicians. She was now The World's First Lady of Magic. In 1986 she was recognized as the best magician in China. Once David Copperfield said “it’s the unspoken ethics of all magicians to not reveal the secrets” but the very interesting fact about Juliana is that she has her own magic set out on the market. The set includes 10 high quality magic tricks and a DVD which discloses the secrets of magic and mystery. Juliana has assured her presence for the upcoming mega event “Magic Planet -2014” </div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-59482266485937568432013-11-09T11:55:00.000+05:302013-12-02T11:56:26.204+05:30Register now and be part of that historical moment, Magic Planet 2014<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Thiruvananthapuram: - As we all are aware of the three day convention which is scheduled from Oct 31st is going to gather magicians across the world under one roof “Magic Planet-2014” where the magicians all throughout the world will be able to experience a true and glorified festival environment of its kind.</div>
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The doors have opened and the bells have started ringing, a year ahead from this month will mark the beginning of the premier event, the whole magic fraternity is waiting for, and renowned magicians across the world have already ensured their presence which includes Juliana Chen, Topaz, Norbert Ferre, Jeff Lee, David Sousa, Mike Chao, Do Ki Moon and many more to their esteemed class. Registration for the limited arena is on the process; ensure your valuable seat before this year end i.e., December 31st, 2013 and save a handsome amount of 1000 INR. Make sure that you are part the unique event which is going to be a historical moment for the whole magic world.</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-14951694980463809092013-10-31T11:49:00.000+05:302013-12-02T11:50:03.352+05:30A year ahead for the celebration<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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As the curtain rises for the month of November it brings a positive spirit in us as it start with celebrations, it commences on the first day itself as Keralites celebrate “Kerala Piravi”. November is the month of crackers and sweets; it’s the month of festival and lights-the light that gained victory over the darkness. Children’s are more enthusiastic during this period, it’s this month we celebrate the birthday of our dear Chachaji. As far as magic academy is concerned a year ahead from this month will mark the celebration of mega event “Magic Planet -2014” starting on 31st October 2014, by remembering the great legend of magic</div>
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There will not be any magician in this world not to have inspired by the life tales of Harry Houdini. Houdini unexpectedly bid his last adieu to magicdom on 31st October 1926. For generations of wonder makers, Houdini’s memories continue to be an eternal source of inspiration, there won’t be anybody in the world who can desist from taking pride of the evolution and history of his homeland. Kerala as a State of India was formed on 1st November 1957. Since then this stretch of land has been an abode to achievements in various spheres of life, art, and culture. At Magic Academy, we stand saluting Houdini, the great predecessor in magic and Kerala the beloved homeland of values. Before these venerable icons, we humbly dedicate Magic Planet 2014, a three-day convention of international excellence in magic from 31st October till 2nd November 2014 at Thiruvananthapuram.</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-81985976464822926452013-08-31T14:49:00.000+05:302013-11-15T14:56:23.160+05:30Kan Kettu Katha- a magical journey to the wonderland of stories<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Thiruvananthapuram: Magic Academy and Vidyarangam Kalasahitya Vedi jointly organized a special magic program “Kankettu Katha”, hosted by Magician Muthukad at Cotton Hill School, Vazhuthacaud on August 30th. It was indented to be a tribute to the classical language Malayalam. The combination of chronicle and fantasy enthralled the audience with an amazing and flamboyant climax.</div>
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The title, plot, names of characters and the thread line to the story were created by the young talents from all over the district which held as a backbone of the magical event.</div>
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Director of Public Instruction, A. Shajahan I.A.S, IAS officer and novelist, K.V Mohan Kumar, Renowned authors George Onakkur, B.Murali, Sippi Pallipuram, and K.R Mallika also helped the kids in the making of the story. And eventually the thread line to the story “Amma manasile Nanma” came into being.</div>
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Even before the story developed through kids, Muthukad was able to predict the title, plot and names of characters of that story!</div>
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With the non-stopping applause, as a suggestion from the audience, Muthukad invites Sri. Sippi pallipuram to choose a book form dozens of books jumbled on the stage. </div>
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The missing page form the book and an elaborated version to the story created by the students were inside that box!</div>
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The unique function was inagurated by renowned author Dr. George Onakkur with the Presidential address of Director of Public Instruction, A. Shajahan I.A.S. </div>
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Gopinath Muthukad, K.V Mohan Kumar I.A.S, Authors Sippi Pallipuram, B.Murali, and K.R Mallika also spoke on the occasion.</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-59461829804204845802013-07-23T14:46:00.000+05:302013-11-15T15:18:43.544+05:30Magic Star Awarded World Record..!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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On behalf of his enormous contribution to the mezmerising world of magic, Nepal based Everest World record has acknowledged the Andhra Pradesh based magician magic star Dr.Bose.He was declared as the ‘Multi talented Magician’ in around 22 categories of his 42 years services in the magic field like performer, Article writer, author, publisher, editor, dealer, inventor, manufacturer etc.</div>
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The 65 year old veteran magician has not only been performing magic for the last 42 years but has also written a numerous articles on the art of magic and had won many national and international level awards. On behalf of Madhura Shresta, the research Director at Everest World Record, Penmetsa Parvathi of Hyderabad presented him the award at his residence in Vijayawada.</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-19392310087693493972013-07-23T14:29:00.000+05:302013-11-15T14:30:21.864+05:30Magic Academy’s award to Shamsudheen Cherpulassery<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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This year’s ‘Indrajala Puraskaram’ a lifetime achievement award for magicians instituted by the Magic Academy goes to street magician Samsudheen Cheruplassery. He has been selected for the award in recognition of the extensive contributions he has made for over three decades, towards the development and popularity of the magical art. The award comprising of a purse of Rs.10000, citation and memento. Samsudheen is from a family of traditional Indian street magician who has been practicing this art for generations. And he is only street magician existed in Kerala.</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-56556873184989056062013-07-07T14:33:00.000+05:302013-11-15T14:37:21.494+05:30Aluva blindfolded...!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Aluva: When the three magicians rode the motorcycle with their face covered in black mask through the busy streets of Aluva, it was a thrilling experience for the spectators. They welcomed these blindfolded heroes with roars and applauds. When they passed through every junction, the crowds became emphatic with joy. Their attire representing the three colors of national flag dazzled in the sunlight which aroused a feeling of nationality.</div>
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The event was a blindfolded stunt conducted as a curtain raiser to the 5 day magical extravaganza titled Aluva Magic Utsav which was organized by the Magic Academy from July 8th to 12th.The Ernakulam rural district Police was the organizer of the blind fold act. Magic Utsav was conducted to spread virtuous messages of traffic awareness, human love, religious harmony and national integration at the M.G. Town hall, Aluva.<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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The journey started from the Aluva Federal bank and culminated at the same venue. Magicians M.A Sudheer,Fasil Bashir and Anand Mezhathur were blindfolded and donned in the tricolors of the national flag, saffron, White and green rode their bikes effortlessly.</div>
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The Aluva municipal chairman M.T.Jacob flagged off the blind folded journey. Gopinath Muthukad Executive Director Magic academy, Aluva Dy. Superintendent of Police V.K.Sanal Kumar, K.I.Varghese General Manager Federal Bank Aluva, Faasil Husain and Latheef Poozhithura gave away the speeches. Salvaging the traditional street magicians is the ultimate aim for conducting Magic Utsav said the organizers.</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-71256302667171969972013-06-28T14:42:00.000+05:302013-11-15T14:43:16.869+05:30Three days of Magic!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Ernakulam: The bustling urban roads of Kochi and Tripunithura squiggle away in to the village of Kandanad. Suddenly there is peace, silence, and serenity all around; as if one is magically transported in to another world. The land strips itself of the metro ornamentation and concrete costume, and wear a lush green outfit, as though it is a magician all dressed up for the stage. Here, in this beautiful green grove, is “Palazhi”, a picturesque farmhouse wedged between paddy fields and other plantations. It is here that about thirty magicians, all of whom who had their first steps in to magic through the Magic Academy, Kochi Centre, came together for a three day Magic Camp. </div>
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The camp opened with the inspiring words from Sri. Chandrasenan Mithrumala, the Director, Academy of Magical Sciences. He then took the team through the nuances of ‘perplexo cut’. The first day concluded with dazzling performances by Kum. Sreelakshmi Shankar, Master A.V. Vishnudas and Sri. John Mampilly. After the performance, the participants critically evaluated the performance and gave tips and suggestions to improve the acumen of the showmen.</div>
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On the second day, there were again performances, classes and shows. The day was filled with magic from every single participant. Gala shows from Rohan, Adarsh, Harikrishnan, Jayaram, Vishal, Unni and Ajith Kumar were the highlights. The entire day was spent in seeing and performing magic. The camp events went on as late as 9:30 PM and we thought the participants would call it a day. But nay, the vivacity of not a single soul was dampened. The camp kept aside magic for a while, and sat together with music and poetry for another couple of hours. We found out to our amazement that many of the magicians are capable of performing magic with their throat as well as they perform with hands. </div>
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Some time beyond mid-night, people literally “fell asleep”. One would have expected the morning to dawn late the next day, especially for the children. Many of the parents had warned the organisers that their wards are late risers, and one has to bring heavens down to wake them in the morning. But, amazing everyone, the younger minds were awake earlier than all others. The next day swung to action at their instance with more magic. The day was marked with the gala performance by Sri. Sabu K.K and workshop by Sreekanth Namboothiri on mentalism. </div>
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Late in to the afternoon, the most awaited face reached the campsite; none other than our Guru, Sri. Gopinath Muthukad. He brought along a bonus, Sri. Raj Kalesh, who was famous in Kochi for his Food Shows on TV. To our surprise and amazement, we discovered he was a Magician too. The ingenuity of Magician Sreekanth flashed in a moment, and he performed an amazing food magic with Sri. Raj Kalesh to assist him. Sri. Sreekanth proved that a prepared magician is the best magician. </div>
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Sri. Gopinath Muthukad could create magic with his presence alone. He spent a lot of time interacting freely with the participants, talking about everything, magic, performance, career, childhood, parenting and what not. </div>
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Then came the hardest part, to bid goodbye. We found that most of the participants lingered around the camp long after all the functions were over. The parents had to coax their wards to return. Every participant left with a word that we must again have such a camp soon.</div>
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The camp was organised under the joint auspicious of the Muthukad’s Magic Academy, Kochi Centre, and Magic Academy Alumni Groups in Kochi(MAGIK). If one is to be asked what was most amazing magic in the camp, he would say it was the camp itself. The Principal of the Academy and the Secretary of the Alumni being the same person, Sri. Sreekumar Thirumulpad, it was practically a camp organised single handed. One cannot stop talking of the camp without appreciating and adoring the efforts of Sri. Sreekumar, who keeps his age a mesmerizing secret and claims to be 17 for the last four years. The bewilderment he causes by keeping the constant calm temper and smile while ensuring that the programme goes on undaunted is unparalleled. His attention to detail is what made the camp a memorable and pleasant experience to everyone. Here on record is the overwhelming gratitude of everyone to this most unassuming leader of the Magic Academy, Kochi Centre. </div>
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Palazhy belongs to Sri. Prakash P.K., Alumni of the Magic Academy. The very venue, as noted earlier was magic. We all thank Sri.Prakash for being our host for the most wonderful three days of our life thus far. Then there are many names which come to our mind like M/s Noby Antony, Ajith Kumar etc. who made this a memorable experience for all. </div>
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The co-operation from the parents of the children who participated in the camp is worth special mention. They are the Magic behind the magic. They are the inspiration, and their perspiration is the reason. Hats off to every one of them for making this camp a reality.</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-9826765462749702042013-06-26T12:04:00.000+05:302013-11-15T14:26:28.717+05:30Reading week celebrated with Unnikale Oru Katha Parayam...<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Ernakulam: The magic academy advocated the importance of reading in children by staging an amazing feat by Magician Gopinath Muthukad foretelling the contexts and climax of a story well before a team of children could finish conceiving it. </div>
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Titled, ‘Unnikale Oru Katha Parayam’ the show which conducted in association with the Ernakulam DTPC was held at the Children’s theater, Ernakulam on 22nd of June prior to the reading week. It started with a group of randomly selected children from the audience telling the contexts of a story. </div>
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Then the magician asked the children to select a book randomly from a series placed on the auditorium. He asked one of the audiences to select a page from this book and read it loudly. Adding the surprises, the ‘story chest’ which was placed earlier at the rear of the audience was opened. There was a banner contained exactly the ideas generated by them. Not over, popping up another wonder, the second story chest hanging on the stage was opened to find an envelope and a sheet of paper in a cylinder. The envelope contained the selected page that seems teared from the book .And the paper tells the story in its complete form unraveling like a cinema script titled ‘Kaatu Paranja Rahasyam’. </div>
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The magician read out the enchanting expansion of the story to receive a thunderous applause. The children expressed their wholehearted approval of the magician’s story that was nothing different from what they carried in their minds. The climax of the magic programme was thus living up to its name, ‘Unnikale Oru Katha Parayam’. </div>
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The programme was charmed by the participation of Ernakulam Mayor Tony Chammini, Ernakulam District Collector P.I.Sheik Pareeth I.A.S, Film director Siby Malayil, writers S. Ramesan Nair, K.L. Mohana Varma, Sippy Pallippuram and the Director of the Magic Academy Chandrasenan Mithirmala.</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-12806488923389124092013-06-26T11:59:00.000+05:302013-06-26T11:59:04.022+05:30Day for the environment with an Eco magic competition<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The world environment day is an annual event that is aimed at being the biggest and most widely celebrated global day for positive environmental action. The Magic Academy, which had done many experiments in magic, celebrated the World Environment Day upholding its new and unique motto ‘Think, Eat, Save’ and organized an eco magic competition and environmental awareness camp on June 8th.</div>
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The competitions, titled `Paristhity Magic 2013,' started with the magical session by the Magician Ashok from Dindigul for the magicians. The afternoon hours of the day was colored with the fabulous performance by the junior level magicians of the Academy. They competed with magic based on topics like sensitization against reclamation of paddy fields, encroachment on sacred groves, conservation of water sources, proliferation of plastic and pollution caused by vehicles.</div>
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The lecture session which created awareness on environment conservation led by R. Girish Kumar titled‘’ Friendship with Environment ‘’ was an informative one. Also the prize distribution for the winners of the competition and certificate distribution for the winners of summer vacation camp was held. </div>
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R.Girish Kumar chief manager of Indian overseas bank inaugurated the function. Chandrasenan Mithirmala, Director Magic Academy and noted magicians Manu Poojappura and Darius were present.</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-91506556668235580312013-06-26T11:27:00.003+05:302013-06-26T11:27:59.803+05:30"STAGE MAGIC”<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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113th Petal of PPC by Magician Suraj on the 13th and 14th of July at Thiruvananthapuram and Ernakulam</h3>
Thiruvananthapuram: Stage magic is a performing art that has been entertaining it’s audiences from centuries by staging tricks or creating illusions of seemingly impossible or supernatural feats using natural means. This wonderful category includes magic tricks, effects and illusions. And to be a successful stage magician who captivates his audience some dexterities are to be acquired.<br /><br />The magic Academy’s voyage for sharpening the magicians perfectionism and skill is at a new blow when it is providing a unique platform for the native magicians to learn this famous artistry from a connoisseur at the 113 th edition of the monthly Perfect Performer Course on the 13th of July 2013- Magician Suraj.He is an acclaimed stage magician who had received many accolades from the national level.<br /><br />All the magicians are requested to register their names in advance. On 14th of July, magician Suraj will be available in our Ernakulam Branch for conducting the PPC.For more details please contact 9447768535 –Thiruvananthapuram, 9447072461 –Ernakulam.<br /><br /> <br /><br /> </div>
Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-34756562081370573552013-06-15T18:19:00.002+05:302013-06-15T18:19:14.386+05:30Create your profile in Magicians Online Portal<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Dear Magicians,<br />
As you know that our online directory www.magiciansofindia.org has been launched. It is the Magic Academy’s responsibility to cater the modern era needs of our magic fraternity. So we are very glad to present the steps for creating a profile in this online hub of native magicians.<br />
<i><u>Registration Process</u></i><br />
Step 1: Enter the website www.magiciansofindia.org<br />
Step 2: Clip ‘Register’<br />
Step 3: Complete the details in the form with genuine e-mail id and password. Then Click submit<br />
Step 4: Upload your images in the gallery<br />
Step 5: Admin will approve you after checking those details</div>
Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-55704801302284190872013-06-11T11:47:00.000+05:302013-06-26T11:49:16.869+05:30The Annual Assemblage....<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The annual meeting of the Magic Academy was held yesterday at Hotel Regency Trivandrum. The meeting was chaired by Gopinath Muthukad, the Executive Director of magic academy. Chandrasenan Mithirmala and R.Rajamoorthy Hon. Directors Magic Academy also attended and gave some inspiring words. Staffs from All the three wings of the Academy of magical sciences-the Magic Academy, Muthukad Magical entertainers and Magic Academy research center (MARC) were present at the meet.</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-82363725703253507752013-06-01T17:50:00.000+05:302013-06-15T17:50:43.002+05:30“IMPROMPTU CLOSE-UP MAGIC EFFECTS”<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Thiruvananthapuram: “Close up Magic” also known as “Micro magic” is considered as a dexterity by combining both sleight of hand manipulations and flourishes. When we run our eyes through the modern world of magic, we can see that a majority of magicians are practitioners’ of this spectacular skill. But this technique becomes an art when it is done as an impromptu i.e. without any preparation. The magic Academy offers the aspirants and admirers of magic to learn this famous craft from a maestro at the 112th monthly Perfect Performer Course on the 8th of June 2013- Magician Ashok. </div>
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This young man from Dindigul, Tamilnadu had been amazing his spectators since 2005.Some of the milestones from his vibrant career are- Rubik’s cube solver since 2008, Inventor of the Mega Gregorian Calendar for Any Year and a connoisseur at mentally calculating the calendar for trillions of years etc. </div>
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Watch and learn from this youngster as he unravels the mysteries behind the artistry of improvised close up magic. This segment of PPC with this talented magician will really help the new generation magicians to bring about error and fear free performances. All the magicians are requested to register their names in advance. On 9th of June, magician Ashok will be available in our Ernakulam Branch for conducting the PPC.For more details please contact 9447768535 Thiruvananthapuram, 9447072461 Ernakulam.</div>
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Magic Academy, Indiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13619955994427087022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4817030993185820197.post-81644946562963373082013-05-23T17:47:00.000+05:302013-06-15T17:51:32.358+05:30Magic Utsav dazzled the Kozhikode city<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Kozhikode: The city of Kozhikode witnessed a myriad of wonders and illusions on a magical fiesta embedded with joy, laughter and surprises. This act of charity titled Magic Utsav 2013 was conducted by the Magic Academy in association with the golden jubilee celebrations of the Kozhikode Corporation for the fund raising of an asylum for the senile, sick and ethnic street magicians of our country. It was conducted from 19th to 22nd of May 2013. </div>
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They are the inheritors of a great tradition, they are the shining jewels from the garland of a tremendous heritage, they are the descendants of an extensive history- the eight traditional street magicians who created an array of wonders at the Mananchira square, Kozhikode on the 19th of May 2013. </div>
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K.P.Mohanan the honorable minister for agriculture inaugurated the event. The street magicians were honoured by the Excise minister K.Babu. The presidential address was done by A.K.Premajam Mayor of Kozhikode and Gopinath Muthukad Executive Director of Magic Academy briefed the programme.M.T.Padma the leader of opposition, Kozhikode Corporation and Raj Kumar, President of MAZMA gave the felicitation. </div>
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The ethnic street magicians who gathered at the Mananchira square displayed the age-old traditional magic like the Great Indian Rope magic, Indian Basket, and Green Mango Tree.</div>
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It was followed by a Kiddy’s magic camp for the Kudumbasree Balasabha at the Town hall on the 20th.More than 200 students attended this camp. The programme spearheaded by magician Gopinath Muthukad spotlighted increating awareness on the ill-effects of drug abuse.</div>
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A video screening of Muthukad’s ‘magical journey’ from Kashmir to Kanyakumari was a special attraction. This campaign had powerful messages against the abuse of drugs and alcohol -stated Samsy Ismail, organizing committee member of the event.A.K.Premajam the honorable Mayor of Kozhikode inaugurated the magic camp. On 21st and 22nd traditional magic paved the way tomodern magic. Gopinath Muthukad presented his 2 hours magic show - Muthukad’s World of Illusions at Tagore Centinery Hall.</div>
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