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The Hindu e-Paper, dated December 18, 2025, reports on the upcoming annual Tamil drama festival organized by the Rasika Ranjana Sabha in Tiruchirappalli, India. The festival will run from December 19th to 31st at the F.G.N. Hall and feature various theater troupes performing different genres. The festival is free to attend and will feature opening play Arutprakasa Vallalar, directed by S. Sivaprasad and S. Sruthi, a drama version of writer Sivasankari’s short stories by Komal Theatre group, Thoorathu Pachchai, directed by V.P.S. Sriraman, and will conclude with Yatthirai featuring Kathadi S. Ramamoorthy. Vehicle parking will be provided at the District Central Library.

News Article:

Tiruchirappalli Gears Up for Annual Tamil Drama Festival

TIRUCHIRAPPALLI, INDIA – December 18, 2025 – The Rasika Ranjana Sabha is set to host its annual Tamil drama festival from December 19th to 31st at the F.G.N. Hall on West Boulevard Road. The festival promises a diverse lineup of theatrical performances from various troupes, offering a rich showcase of Tamil culture and storytelling.

Entry to all performances is free of charge, making the festival accessible to the wider community. The festival kicks off with “Arutprakasa Vallalar,” directed by S. Sivaprasad and S. Sruthi. Highlights also include a dramatization of short stories by acclaimed writer Sivasankari, presented by the Komal Theatre group, and “Thoorathu Pachchai,” directed by V.P.S. Sriraman.

The festival will culminate on December 31st with “Yatthirai,” featuring renowned actor Kathadi S. Ramamoorthy in the leading role. All dramas will begin at 6:30 p.m.

Attendees can find parking available on the District Central Library premises.

This year’s festival promises to be a vibrant celebration of Tamil theatre, offering a compelling cultural experience for audiences of all ages.

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