Daijiworld Media Network - Qatar
Qatar, Oct 17: Mhojo Tallo Gaitalo (MTG) is a unique Konkani singing reality show that took Mangalureans all over the world by storm with the sheer singing talent that was brought forth. The show is based on the songs of 'Konkan Kogull' Wilfy Rebimbus, and the organisers conceptualized the show to pay tribute to the Konkani music legend who revolutionized Konkani music.
After the mega-success of hosting the show in Mangaluru, there was a huge demand of taking this concept to the Middle East. Hence, Daijiworld 24x7 TV has taken the noble initiative of bringing this blockbuster show to four Gulf countries - Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and UAE.
In Qatar, The Mangalore Cultural Association with Daijiworld 24x7 TV, will host the audition, quarterfinal and semifinal of MTG Gulf Edition.
The reality TV contest will be held in two categories, male and female aged 15 and above with valid residence permit. The contestants should pick songs that are penned by late Wilfy Rebimbus only.
The Qatar auditions will be held on November 22 and the quarterfinal and semifinal will be held on November 23.
The competition (recording) venue will be informed to the participants accordingly as there will not be any audience during recording/video shooting.
Winners and runners-up in both the categories will be awarded with cash prize and a trophy.
This is a golden opportunity for all music and singing enthusiasts to showcase their talent to the world.
Last date for Registration: November 10.
A brief Note about Mangalore Cultural Association, Doha Qatar:
In March 2008 some Mangalorean Konkans sat down and envisioned the formation of a socio-cultural organization that would serve as an avenue to reach out to the less privileged. With this noble cause in mind and with Mother Teresa as patron Mangalore Cultural Association (MCA) was born on 27 March, 2008.
Since then MCA's objectives have been to reach out to the poorest of the poor in our homeland by providing education, medical assistance and other basic needs to the deprived. Mangalore Cultural Association has organized various Konkani programmes in this region to promote the Konkani language and culture, MCA has also encouraged local talents and artists by providing a platform for singing, dancing, skits, organized Konkani speech competitions and quiz competitions .
MCA has exceptionally organized Gulf Voice of Mangalore (GVOM) Qatar chapter for 6 seasons now starting from 2008 including the grand finale of the 3rd GVOM season in 2012. MCA has also organized other musical events like Wilfy Nites, 1st Konkani Drama in Qatar – Mhatharo Sorbela, Ami Nathlyavelar , Norbert Nite and a unique concert which brought the GVOM winners of 4 seasons on one stage on GVOM Taran Sanghi Wilfy Nite. Soon Wilson Olivera musical nite will also be staged.
MCA from its 5th year of inception has instituted one of the most prestigious awards in Konkani ‘MCA Kala/Seva Puraskar’
List of awardees are, Benna Ruzai, Charles Sequeira, Mabel Baretto Fernandes, Catherine Rodrigues Katpadi, Joseph Crasta, Corrine Rasquinha, CGS Taccode, Meena Rebimbus and Melvyn Rodrigues.
Current MCA president Veena Rebimbus and her team are really proud to organize this MTG Gulf Edition event along with Daijiworld.
Below are the Rules & Regulations of 'Mhojo Tallo Gaitalo’ (MTG) Gulf Edition, the Konkani singing TV reality show hosted by Daijiworld 24x7 TV:
1. Daijiworld 24x7 TV (subsidiary of Daijiworld), is the main organizer of MTG – Gulf Edition.
2. The competition is solely based on the compositions of legendary composer, Konkan Kogull, Late Wilfy Rebimbus.
3. Competition will be held in two categories, i.e. Male and Female.
4. The Competition is open to all Konkani singers residing in Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Sultanate of Oman.
5. Contestant should be a person of Indian origin from any religion but should be able to converse in Konkani.
6. The minimum age limit for contestants is 15 years as on September 30, 2019 (born on or before October 1, 2004). Maximum age no bar.
7. Contestants should hold a valid residence permit as on September 30, 2019 from the country he/she will be participating from.
8. The interested contestants to participate in MTG-Gulf Edition should provide proof of their age and valid residence permit prior to the audition.
9. Visit visa holders are not eligible for the competition.
10. Audition, quarter final and semifinal rounds shall be held in Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Sultanate of Oman under the patronage of local community organizations of Mangaluru origin.
11. The winners of various reality shows held in gulf region are also eligible to participate.
12. The contestants can sing in their own style and pitch but cannot modify the tune or lyrics of the song.
13. Contestant cannot repeat the song sung by him/her in the previous rounds (excluding auditions).
14. Shooting/recording of auditions, quarter-final and semi-final will be held on two consecutive days as per the dates announced by the local organizers.
15. No audience will be accommodated in the recording hall during the shoot in order to ensure better sound quality.
16. The final round shooting will be held in Daijiworld Studios Mangaluru during the first quarter of 2020 (exact dates will be informed to finalists well in advance)
17. The contestants should bear their travel and accommodation expenses for the finale shooting in Mangaluru.
18. In case a finalist cannot travel to contest for the finals, then the next contestant of the semifinal round (as per the marks awarded in the semifinal round) will be selected to compete.
19. For the first round, accompaniment/musician will be provided by the organizers.
20. For quarterfinal and semifinal, contestants will be provided music tracks while shooting. If needed, one practice will be organized with the track. Under no circumstances track will be given to the contestant.
21. Contestants are required to dress smartly, preferably suiting the genre of song and requested to avoid wearing any revealing clothes. Judges/Organizers reserve the right to disqualify any contestant whose behavior, attire do not meet family entertainment standards.
22. The decision of the Jury will be final and incontestable.
23. Judges/Organizers reserve the right to make changes in these rules, if required.
Last date for registration: November 10, 2019.
For more details contact: 00974 – 55619592 / 00974 - 55247196.