Daijiworld Media Network - Visakhapatnam/Mangaluru

Visakhapatnam/Mangaluru, Mar 14: The Indian Magic Association (IMA) of Andhra Pradesh has honored Karnataka-based magician Kudroli Ganesh with the prestigious 'Golden Magician' National Magic Award in recognition of his lifetime achievements and creative experiments in the field of magic.

The award was presented to Kudroli Ganesh by Visakhapatnam MP Sribharat Muthukumuli at a grand function held in Visakhapatnam to commemorate National Magic Day. Renowned magician and IMA president B S Reddy was also present.

As part of its tenth anniversary celebrations, the Indian Magic Association presented awards to ten magicians from India and abroad, including India's leading magician P C Sorkar Jr.

Speaking after accepting the award, Kudroli Ganesh urged Indian magicians to innovate their performances to keep up with changing tastes. He emphasized the need for institutional support for the development of magic as an art form and called on the central government to take steps in this regard. He also requested senior magician P C Sorkar Jr, who was present at the event, to take the lead in advocating for this cause.

Kudroli Ganesh has been in the field of magic for over thirty years, performing more than 2,300 magic shows across India and in 15 foreign countries. He has participated in various magic competitions and won 11 national magic awards. Known for his unique style that blends magic with folklore, theater, and music, he has gained global recognition for his innovative magic experiments such as Tulunadu Magic, Tulunadu Cups and Balls, Harikathe Magic, Navadurga Vismaya, Magic for Cleanliness, Magic for Education, and Mind Magic.