Doha: The super-hit Konkani movie “Nirmillem Nirmonem” will be released at the Asian Town Cinema Hall in Doha, Qatar in November at 4.30 PM. This movie, released on August 23 in the city of Mangaluru under the banner of Preston Enterprises, is playing to packed houses in every show.
The movie ticket-release event was held in Doha at the Indian Cultural Center (ICC) Bengaluru Hall on November 9. This was attended by the Managing committee members of Mangalorean Konkani Associations based in Qatar such as the Mangalore Cultural Association (MCA), Mangalore Cricket Club (MCC), and Konkani Speaking Community (KSC).
The programme started by invoking God’s blessings through prayer which was led by Merlyn D’sSouza. Amit Mathias, the MC for the evening, welcomed the gathering and briefed them on the upcoming premiere of the movie “Nirmellem Nirmonnem”. He requested all Konkani-speaking people to attend this premier show and make the theatre houseful. He invited MCA President Veena Rebimbus Pais, MCC President Sunil D’Silva, and the main coordinator of the entire event, Aloysius D’sSouza on the dais.
Aloysius, in his address, mentioned the hurdles faced in screening Konkani movies in Qatar but said that the love for Konkani films and dramas within him kept the spirit high and this is the 6th Konkani movie being screened in Qatar through the support of Konkani movie lovers. He expressed his gratitude for the wholehearted support received from Konkani organizations like MCA, MCC and KSC as well as Konkani community spiritual Director Fr, Anand Castelino.
Later, in her speech, Veena shared her thoughts and the experiences of being part of this successful movie. Sunil added in his speech that everyone should continue supporting the Konkani language and Konkani programmes in Qatar. Merlyn shared her experience in acting in this movie and mentioned that even though it was a small role, she felt privileged to be part of the big screen.
The movie tickets were then released by MCA and MCC Presidents (and Vice-Presidents).
Konkani film “Nirmillem Nirmonem”, under Preston Enterprises banner, is directed by Melwyn Elpel and produced by Henry D’Silva. The movie is receiving a good response from viewers.
Actors Pratap Menezes, Seema Buthello, Vinny, Rony Surathkal, Meenakshi, Hambert Goa, and other well-known names are in the cast. Santhosh, Milan Markanja, Jerald and Rayan are the assistant directors of the film. Norbert John has written the screenplay and is also the co-director of the film. Aloysius and Merlyn from Qatar have appeared for the first time in this movie in a cameo.
The film is based on a unique story that deals with the obstacles and anxieties faced by a person looking for love.
Manjunath has handled the cinematography. Tune and lyrics have been written by late Wilfy Rebimbus, and R Pappan and Joswin have composed the music.
Aloysius delivered the vote of thanks. Following the end of the event, homemade snacks prepared by the ‘Canara Konkans’ group was served. They are a volunteer social-service group who were in full attendance at the programme.
