KAATRINILE VARUM GEETHAM
BY THREE ENTERTAINS, CHENNAI (INDIA)

ThRee Entertains, Chennai

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ThRee Entertains is a prominent Chennai-based theatre troupe founded by Lavanya Venugopal and M.V. Bhaskar, which has quickly carved out a significant niche in the contemporary regional theatre landscape. Within a remarkably short span of just three years, the troupe has successfully staged five critically acclaimed and award-winning productions  A cornerstone of their success is their dedicated focus on socio-emotional subjects, crafting compelling plots that deeply resonate with diverse audiences. This impactful storytelling is backed by a rigorous and disciplined rehearsal process that defines the group's professional ethos The troupe's artistic excellence has earned them widespread recognition, most notably at the prestigious Kodai Nataka Vizha festival, where they have consistently topped the charts by winning innumerable awards across all major categories.  Beyond their home state, thRee Entertains has established a formidable national presence, earning a reputation that has led to invitations to perform in major cities across India  They achieved a historic milestone by carrying the unique distinction of being the only Tamil theatre troupe invited by the renowned Ranga Shankara theatre in Bengaluru to stage their production, Paayum Oli, under the regional language category. At the heart of their repertoire is their flagship production, a biographical play celebrating the life of Bharat Ratna Smt. M.S. Subbulakshmi. Conceived as a heartfelt dedication to the musical legend, affectionately known as MS Amma, the production has become a major talking point in Tamil theatre today  The rousing and emotional receptions it receives wherever it is staged stand as a testament to the troupe's vision, artistic integrity, and deep connection with the audience. ThRee Entertains has redefined modern Tamil theatre by balancing cultural reverence with high-caliber stagecraft. Through their profound dedication to meaningful storytelling and creative excellence, the troupe continues to honor artistic legends while inspiring the next generation of theatre lovers across India.

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Lavanya Venugopal

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Lavanya Venugopal is one of the most respected and versatile voices in contemporary Tamil theatre, celebrated for her remarkable stage presence, artistic depth, and unwavering commitment to the performing arts. A trained Bharatanatyam dancer and accomplished theatre practitioner, she has spent over fifteen years captivating audiences through powerful performances that seamlessly blend emotion, authenticity, and technical excellence. Beginning her artistic journey at the age of six, Lavanya underwent rigorous Bharatanatyam training under renowned gurus before expanding her passion into the world of theatre. Over the years, she has emerged as a leading actress, performing in more than 35 stage productions across a wide range of genres, including social dramas, historical narratives, mythological works, fantasy productions, and biographical portrayals. Her acclaimed performances include portraying Bharat Ratna M.S. Subbulakshmi in Kaatrinile Varum Geetham, Padma Subrahmanyam in Deivathul Deivam, and the beloved Annapoorani from En Veedu originally played by the legend Aachi Manorama. Her ability to embody diverse characters with conviction has earned her widespread critical praise and numerous prestigious awards. Beyond the stage, Lavanya has been featured in leading publications and magazines, reflecting her influence on the cultural landscape. As the co-founder of ThRee Entertains, she continues to champion innovative theatrical experiences, inspiring audiences and nurturing the next generation of performers while contributing significantly to the growth of Tamil theatre.

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M.V.Bhaskar

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Bhaskar is a lawyer by profession prominent in the media and entertainment industry. His theatre journey began as late as 2017 doing roles off and on. He became active in theatre post the covid after his interesting portrayal as “chitapoo” in the play “Veenaiadi Nee Enakku”. Ever since he has been nicknamed as “Chitapoo” amongst many in the drama circle. His incisive passion for theatre came to the forefront when he co-founded his troupe, “ThRee” along with Lavanaya Venugopal, a prominent theatre artiste herself.  “Paayum Oli” was the inaugural play for his own troupe “ThRee” and went on to become the most staged and talked about play of all the plays that inaugurated in Kodai Nadaga Vizha 2023. Bhaskar was awarded the best actor for his role Shatruk Ram in the play by the prestigious Myalapore Academy. ThRee’s second production, “Kaatchi Pizhaigalo” had amassed 8 awards in the Kodai Nadaga Vizha 2024 including an award for Bhaskar in the Best Actor category. The most prestigious and lavish production for three was the bio play on M.S.Subbulakshmi, “Kaatriniley Varum Geetham” which was a run-away success of 2024. Bhaskar’s performance as Sadashivam was highly talked about and appreciated. If the Chitappoo of Veenaiadi Nee Enakku is remembered for the innocence portrayed and made him popular, his performance in Kaatriniley Varum Geetham brought Sadasivam into life. His other major plays include among others Athithi, Vinodaya Chittam, Raguramam and ICU. His performance as Doctor Nagesh in ICU, a role that the veteran T D Soundarajan made his own was so well appreciated by the veteran himself. Getting compliments from the great artist himself is something Bhaskar recalls as his moment of pride in Tamil Theatre. His recent portrayal as Parthiban in Dummies Drama’s Kapithwaja was highly talked about for the matured and measured performance throughout the play. Despite a hectic professional commitment, Bhaskar has managed to balance an equally demanding schedule as actor and producer in Tamil theatre. His other passions include Cricket and Cinema. Bhaskar has also acted in 5 Tamil Films so far.

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