'Forget Sene, revel in Habba'

'Forget Sene, revel in Habba'

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Bangalore Habba has begun. The nine-day cultural feast will have a lot of programmes happening at various parts of the city. Just a day into the event, online forums and Bangalore-specific blogs are abuzz with the Habba news.

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Most of the blogs are urging people to unwind and enjoy the true spirit of Bangalore. Some say it is time to say goodbye to all those troubles caused by fanatics like Muthalik and his men and revel in the joy of Habba.

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"Bengalureans jumped, rocked and swayed on Sunday. The city played host to the Aero India 2009, a metallic performance by the Iron Maiden band and the much-awaited annual cultural extravaganza 'Bengaluru Habba'," says Usha.

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According to her, with the Valentine's Day fervor still in the air, these events played perfect venue for the loving hearts to cuddle up and enjoy while it was a perfect Sunday outing for others.

"The nine-day cultural fest will have performances including musical nites and dance performances, literary meet, plays, visual arts, performing arts and photography exhibition. Regional artistes and acclaimed names in the respective fields from across the country are sure to enthrall you throughout the Habba," she says.

"Let's ignore the Sri Rama Senes. Let's not fear the recession ghost haunting us. Let's just tap our feet and enjoy some good music, and best performances at the Bengaluru Habba," concludes the blogger.

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"If you are tired of the routine city life of Bangalore, here is a chance to celebrate the true spirit of Bengaluru (aka Bangalore). The event is called Bengaluru Habba. Habba means Festival in Kannada," blogger Mohanu00a0is giving an 'introduction' to the Habba.

"The best part about this festival is that, there is no entry fee for any of the program. You just need to be at the venue to collect entry passes free of cost and enjoy the programs ranging from dance, music, theater, fashion and interactive sessions to crafts, arts, sports etc," he says.u00a0

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"Most of these programs will be conducted at public places like parks, temples, malls and art theaters to facilitate more people to witness the cultural richness this great place has. Also, it forms a platform to highlight all forms of art from Hindustani Classical Music to Jazz," adds the blogger.u00a0

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"Habba in Kannada means festival. So in simple words it is Bangalore festival and it is organized to celebrate Bangalore, our bang-bang city.u00a0 This 6th Bengaluru habba and all events are free and open to people," says this blogger, who gives the schedule of the event in his blog.

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