Saranya Devan
Saranya Devan is a theatre-maker, dance performer, academic and proud Tamilian. She holds an MA in dance from UCT, and a MA in Bharatha Natyam from the University of Madras.
Mamela Nyamza returns to Cape Town with her acclaimed production, 'Hatched Ensemble'
Mamela Nyamza, a celebrated South African dancer, returns to her roots with the multi-award-winning production 'Hatched Ensemble', exploring themes of identity, legacy, and the deconstruction of ballet.
Why Tamil new year still lives only in the margins of South Africa
As Tamil families around the world celebrate their New Year, South Africa stands at a cultural crossroads, grappling with a rich heritage that deserves more visibility and recognition in the public sphere.
When raga meets rhythm: Varijashree’s Spellbinding Cape Town Jazz Festival set
Saranya Devan delves into the enchanting world of Varijashree Venugopal, whose performance at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival transformed an evening into an intimate exploration of sound and emotion.
Why spoken Tamil matters now more than ever in South Africa
In a world moving towards linguistic homogenisation, the call to revive spoken Tamil rings louder than ever, urging communities to act before the silence becomes irreversible.
From silver screen hero to scandal headlines
With allegations of infidelity and divorce swirling around superstar Vijay, fans are left to grapple with the complexities of their beloved Thalapathy as he faces personal upheaval while leading a political party

