Welcome to Surabhi

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SHOMPENS & ONGEES
The rainforests of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands - beautiful yet mysterious - are still home to primitive man. A rendezvous with the vanishing tribes of the Shompens & Ongees.

ILEANA CITARISTI
The Italian Odissi danseuse, Ileana Citaristi has made India her home for the last 14 years. Surabhi salutes her dedication to her chosen mission.

ROOT CRAFT
Surabhi brings this story on Tripura's enterprising craftsmen who make artistic use of the otherwise useless Bamboo roots.

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BUDDHA STATUE IN THE LAKE
Surabhi brings you a story of tragedy and triumph, of great engineering skills that were instrumental in transporting the Buddha statue to the middle of the Lake, in Hyderabad.

LOCK STORY
It takes a lot of skill and ingenuity to shape some of these extraordinary locks into works of art. A story on the amazing locks of Ahmedabad, the likes of which you might have never seen before.

BAAZIGARS
A closer look at the life of the Baazigar community of Punjab and the rigorous training they undergo for performing the most amazing feats - be it on fire, water or earth!

JALTARANG
An instrument which is unique, delicate and complex. Surabhi brings out its ancient origins along with the intricacies in handling it.

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MAACH
A story on a rare form of folk music, the Maach - which may well be lost very soon. Meet Pandit Om Prakash Sharma and Siddheshwar Sen, the Maach artistes from Madhya Pradesh.

MOHAMMED RAFI
On the occasion of his 14th death anniversary, Surabhi pays tribute to the legend of Hindi film music - Mohammed Rafi.

RAVINDRA JAIN
Surabhi pays tribute to Ravindra Jain - the music director who has brought melody to popular cinema music, overcoming many handicaps to reach his present status.

RUSHIN DALAL
A glimpse of young talent appreciating and practising classical music. Meet five year old Rushin Dalal who restores our faith in the strength of Indian musical traditions.

SUDDHIR DHAR
Meet Sudhir Dhar one of India's foremost cartoonist's who has a delightful sense of humour and believes that laughter is a serious business.

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SINGAPORE NATIONAL DAY
On the occasion of Singapore National Day, we bring you glimpses of a celebration that symbolises what Singapore is today.

KRUTI PAREKH
Meet a nine-year-old whose world of imagination is full of `magic'. Kruti Parekh, the child magician is a pro in performing complicated tricks on stage.

TEA TREE
Surabhi travels to Assam to know more about tea plantation ? the magic and the secret of your refreshing cup of tea.

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RUSKIN BOND
Discover the magic world of Ruskin Bond - the literary genius. Surabhi travels to Mussoorie to explore his world of imagination.

HOMAI VYARAWALLA
A pictorial history of independent India's formative years captured through the lens of Homai Vyarawalla, India's first woman press photographer.

GANDHI OF BOKAGHAT
It is usual that people look and do alike. But a look and do alike of the Father of our Nation is seldom expected! Gandhi of Bokaghat - a man who follows the footsteps of Mahatma Gandhi in every sense of the term.

SHARAN RANI Sharan Rani also known as Sarod Rani, shares the graces and glories of music with Surabhi.

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SINGAPORE STORY
A journey to an unusual zoo that has succeeded in bringing man closer to animals and creating an awareness for their protection.

JAVED AKHTAR
Meet the famous scriptwriter, lyricist, poet Javed Akhtar, who talks about his films and philosophy of life.

STATE HERITAGE QUIZ, ORISSA
In our State Heritage Quiz we explore the ancient land of temples - Orissa.

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THE WARSI BROTHERS
A glimpse of a great musical tradition, the Qawwali, and a family where the art of singing has been handed down from father to son ? The Warsi Brothers.

SHAHRUKH KHAN'S CHOICE
Do you know the choice of music of the young generation? Surabhi asks the new generation including the popular film star Shahrukh Khan about their kind of music.

DEEPAK MEHTA
Meet Deepak Mehta - a 12-year-old child prodigy for whom rhythm comes naturally. He plays the bongos - a kind of western drum, as well as the tabla - the Indian drum, with equal ease and enthusiasm.

CAMEL BONE WORKER
Today, beautiful and intricate artefacts are being made, not from ivory but from camel bone! Know more about how the elephant is being saved by this innovation in our answer story.

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RANI PHEE
Meet Rani Phee - a weaver by profession who weaves yards of beautiful `Phee' (Cloth in Manipuri). Today this phee is synonymous with her name.

DEEPTI NAVAL
How many of us know that the actress Deepti Naval is also a painter and a poet? Surabhi unveils this aspect of her multifaceted personality.

DARSHANA ANJARIA
Darshana Anjaria is another enterprising multifaceted woman who creates beautiful and colourful artefacts out of waste - making the best of waste!

RAJASTHANI SAFA
The Safa or the headgear is an important attire of rustic India. Know more about the Rajasthani Safa in our answer story.

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FESTIVAL FOCUS
The end of the monsoon heralds the season of festivals. Surabhi celebrates Teej, Onam and Ganesh Chaturthi. The women in North India, dressed in all their finery, dance and sing in the first showers of rain welcoming `Teej'. Onam marks the end of the monsoons and heralds the harvest season. The people of Kerala celebrate Onam with colourful floral arrangements, dances and snake boat races. Meanwhile, Ganesh Utsav is being celebrated with religious fervour and excitement. Surabhi presents Lord Vigneshwara - the Lord of all beginnings as shaped by the artists.

KUTCH CRAFTS
Kutch the land of antiquity that is reflected in its lifestyle, culture and art. An excerpt from the myriad crafts of Kutch, including the art of bell making, by Master Craftsmen Hussain S. Lohar.

ANUP JALOTA
A person who has changed the face of Bhajan singing in India and has won the hearts of millions of music lovers - meet `Bhajan Samrat' Anup Jalota in this exclusive interview.

UNANI MEDICINE
A traditional system of medicine which has its origins in the Middle East - Unani is now practised all over India.

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SINGAPORE, TRADITIONAL AND MODERN
Singapore - the melting pot of cultures comprising of Chinese, Malay, Indians and other ethnic groups. In Singapore, the traditional and the modern co-exist, sometimes in apparent contradiction - Computers rule the commercial hub but the abacus and ancient scales are also used in calculations.

SANTHAL LIFESTYLE
Santhal's - a tribe whose people are spread over the state of Bengal, Bihar and Orissa - live their lives to the hilt. Their lifestyle reveals their attitude to life which is highly aesthetic and fun-loving. A journey to a Santhal village with Surabhi.

HARILAL PANCHAL
Harilal Panchal an estimable junk collector who uses his hoarded treasure, the discards of others, to put together works of art. A transformation that jolts one's consciousness.

KASHMIRI CARPETS
The arts and crafts of Kashmir manifest the artistic expression of the people of the valley and represent their culture and sentiments. The hand-woven carpets from Kashmir are famous for their intricate design and exquisite workmanship.

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ROSS ISLAND
A place which carries nostalgic memories of the colonial era. This story reveals the beauty and mystery of a small island in the Andamans - Ross Island - a forgotten settlement of the British.

TUMHARI AMRITA
`Tumhari Amrita', featuring renowned actress Shabana Azmi & Farouque Shaikh is an unconventional play, adapted from the American play `Love Letters'. Tumhari Amrita has received rare reviews from both critics and audiences alike all over the World and is perhaps one of the most successful plays on the Hindustani Stage so far.

VIEWERS GALLERY
`Viewers Gallery' this week deals with strange events - a unique cultural contribution from Surabhi's viewers all over India.

NEER MAHAL
Palaces are the unmistaken signs of each monarch. Let it be in the desert, mountain or water. Tripura's unique Neer Mahal built by Raja Manikya Bahadur, is an enchanting piece of architecture in the Rudra Sagar lake. A Journey with Surabhi to a fascinating destination.

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LATA MANGESHKAR
`Aye mera watan ke logo' the voice behind this soulful song that moved millions of Indians including Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru to tears - Lata Mangeshkar's. Surabhi greets the singing legend Lata Mangeshkar on her 65th birthday.

MEHER MOOS
Meet Meher Moos, the only Indian woman to step onto the soil of 135 countries. Born with a desire to explore, she has travelled far and wide to the remotest corners of the World.

ATTAR
Attar - the original perfume made from rose petals is a great favourite among the Muslim community in India and abroad. Share the secrets of this fragrance in our answer story.

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DUSSHERA
Navratri and Dusshera are both festivals that celebrate the victory of virtue over evil. In this story we delve deeper into their origins and discover their significance.

RATAN THIYAM
Meet Ratan Thiyam, one of India's outstanding theatre directors who experiments with folk and modern art forms in the remote corners of Manipur.

SINGING SONS OF SINGING FATHERS
The 60's saw music greats like Mukesh, Kishore, Talat and Rafi rising to the pinnacle of fame. The 80's saw the emergence of their sons Nitin, Amit, Khalid and Shahid. An exclusive story on the singing sons in Surabhi.

PANDIT VISHWAMOHAN BHATT
Pandit Vishwamohan Bhatt, the guitar maestro was conferred the Grammy Award '94 for his compact disc. `A Meeting by the River' in association with Ry Cooder, which figured for 40 long weeks in the Worlds Top 10 recordings. Meet the maker of the Mohan Veena in our answer story.

EPISODE 134

CARRIER PIGEONS
In olden days Kings and Queens used to send their love letters to their beloved through pigeons. Today the Indian police use carrier pigeons to send secret messages to places where there is no postal system.

MUD EATING MARAN
When A. Maran was a child his mother tried to break his mud eating habit but she did not succeed. Today he has virtually made sand and pebbles his staple diet, not out of choice though, but out of poverty.

VIEWER'S GALLERY
We feature three mini stories in this section consisting of contributions from the viewers themselves. Meet polio affected Archana Sharma who was inspired by Sudha Chandran's film `Naache Mayuri? and learnt to dance. Ramchandra who makes portraits out of useless groundnut shells. Vithal Datta who has entered the Limca Book of Records for being able to write in 7 different languages.

STATE HERITAGE QUIZ - GOA
Goa, the ancient land fabled in legend and lore is famous all over the world, not only for its bountiful nature, sylvan environs and peace, but also for its synthesis of diverse cultures, arts and crafts.

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LALKOT
Before Delhi became the capital as its present location, it was based at Lalkot, some distance away.

PANKAJ UDHAS
Manhar, Nirmal, Pankaj Udhas - the singing brothers have carved a niche in the field of singing. Meet the most famous of them - Pankaj Udhas - the ghazal singer, in Surabhi.

GOLCONDA FORT
Standing on an isolated hillock at a height of 128 metres, the Golconda Fort has a magnificent acoustic system that enables a clap sounded at the gates to be heard on top of the citadel.

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DIWALI
The commonest way of celebrating Diwali, in any part of the country, is by lighting a lamp. Surabhi explores the reasons behind this practice and some of the interesting Puranic legends behind it.

OIL LAMPS COLLECTOR
Continuing with its tradition of featuring unique collectors, Surabhi presents Mrs.Josie Sabina Honawar, a woman with a private collection of 230 oil lamps from all over the world, who features in the Limca Book of Records.

AINA MAHAL
Surabhi reveals the beauty and antiquity of Aina Mahal, a palace turned museum of the 18th century, built by Maharao Lakhpatji.

WOMAN FLAUTIST
Surabhi introduces you to Smita Shende, a talented and enterprising girl, who has the rare distinction of being one of the very few women flautists of Hindustani classical music.

G.N. PANT
Surabhi meets the expert - G.N. Pant who reveals amazing facts on various kinds of arms and weapons.

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INTERNATIONAL SPECIAL
Surabhi travels around the globe to understand the uniqueness of our culture and discover connections with other cultures.

INDIAN SCREEN EVENT
Recently, Siddharth Kak visited Australia to film sequences for Surabhi in this picturesque continent. Our first story features an interesting Indian Film Festival in Sydney.

JURONG BIRD PARK
The Jurong Bird Park of Singapore has many birds that we find in India too, symbolic of the connections that we have with this beautiful Garden State.

SAPERA GAON
The snake is a means of livelihood for the snake charmer. But this profession is undesirable from the point of view of environment and animal welfare. Yet the snake charmer has a right to earn a living. What is the solution?

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Surabhi dedicates this episode to the child and also the people who follow very unusual professions.

KAMRUPI DHULIA
Surabhi begins with a story on traditional performing arts troupes in Assam, that delights children with its own special brand of creativity, rooted in the soil and traditions. This is a form called Kamrupi Dhulia.

FISH AND BIRDMAN
Surabhi presents Mr.Sharad Sane, a man with an unusual profession - he keeps fishes and birds as pets, glimpses of which will delight any child.

CLEAN UP THE WORLD
Meet Mr. Ian Kiernan of Australia who is organising a "Clean up the world campaign. Surabhi examines the importance of his crusade for India and the beginnings made in Mumbai.

GODAVARI
The River is the mother of all civilizations. Know more about one such river system and the life style of the people living on its banks Godavari - the Ganga of the South.

EPISODE 139

VRINDAVAN FOREST REVIVAL
Vrindavan - the Brijbhoomi which has witnessed the Raas Leelas of Radha - Krishna. The ancient trees of Vrindavan forest are being cut down, leaving behind dry barren land. The WWF has started a campaign to encourage people to plant trees.

AFRICAN REGGAE
Africa conjures up images of thick rain forests, wild life pygmies, tribals, tribal arts, ancient culture and its pulsating music - Reggae. The lyrics of Reggae are based upon social issues so relevant to the diverse culture of Africa.

MEGHALAYA BUTTERFLY MUSEUM
Butterflies are a part of India's precious heritage and we salute people such as D. Wankhar of Meghalaya, who are documenting and preserving them to share their beauty with others.

CHINA TOWN
A civilization with a tradition of change and continuity, where echoes from the past are heard and felt in almost every walk of life - China town in the heart of Singapore - a microcosm of Chinese culture.

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ROGAN ART
Kutch - the land of antiquity which is reflected in its lifestyle, culture and art. An excerpt from the myriad crafts of Kutch, like the art of Rogan which only few families now practice.

RUPINI
Known by the screen name of Rupini, Komal Mahuakar is a talented dancer and actress who knows 9 Indian languages and is well versed in 4 Indian classical dance forms. Meet the heroine of the well-known hit film "Payal Ki Jhankaar.

TOY TRAINS
Meet a group of loco enthusiasts who indulge in their eccentric obsession of collecting and creating scale models of trains that are sought by the Indian Railways for its teaching departments.

KERALA BACKWATERS
With the joy of the boat races, the unspoilt natural beauty of shady coconut groves the charming backwaters of Kerala are a popular tourist destination.

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RURAL GAMES
Intense competition, music and melody, gaiety and colour, mark the rural sports of Punjab. In the land of history and legends, power and plenty, rich rewards await the winner of these unique contests.

S.R. KRISHNAMURTHY
Meet Mr. S.R.Krishnamurthy - a music teacher who has with great courage and determination overcome the limitations bestowed by fate.

BALUCHAREE SAREES
Indian traditional sarees are so exquisite that the weavers can be compared to artists inspired by nature to create objects of beauty. Take for example the exquisite Balucharee sarees of Bengal.

FALAKNUMA The magnificent Falaknuma Palace of Hyderabad is perched on top of a 2000 ft high hillock. Designed by an Italian architect, the gates of this palace have recently been thrown open to the public. The palace has been converted into a Hotel.

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SANTHAL POSTAL RUNNERS
Surabhi presents a story on the postal runners of Purulia district of West Bengal who traverse a hard terrain of hills and jungles to deliver eagerly awaited letters in remote places.

SBS, AUSTRALIA
Surabhi introduces us to the Special Broadcasting Service (SBS), a radio and television broadcasting service in Australia, that provides non commercial, multicultural radio and television services to 68 countries. India's TV Broadcaster Kumud Merani is Head of the Hindi language programmes of SBS Radio.

MARRIAGE BUREAU
In India, despite in roads made by western culture, arranged marriages are still the norm. Surabhi presents a story and a debate on marriage bureaus that arrange traditional marriages using modern technology such as computers.

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PORT BLAIR
The rainforest of the Andaman Islands - deep, dark, verdant inviting us to explore their mysteries. Of the 572 Islands of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands only 38 are inhabited, the capital being at Port Blair.

MITHAK BHANG
Surabhi takes you into the deep mysterious jungles of Madhya Pradesh where a way of life has remained unchanged for centuries - the life of the tribal Agarias of Mandla.

ASHOK DILWALI
A photographer of international repute - Ashok Dilwali has captured the Himalayas in all their moods through his lens.

HOTA DANDA
A story from the rustic regions of Bihar - Hota Danda - an interesting rural game from Chota Nagpur which is played with help of sticks.

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J.P. SINGHAL
Meet J.P. Singhal, a noted calendar artist whose art adorns the walls of our homes.

KUKKAD KABBADI
In Indian villages entertainment is a tradition unchanged through the centuries. Kukkad Kabbadi, a rural game of Punjab is still very popular.

LAVANI
A fairly recent but popular folk dance of Maharashtra - Lavani is characterized by women dancers dressed in traditional nine-yard saree and chunky jewellery.

MASTER GANESH GURAV
Lavani is a dance form practised only by women. But 10 year-old master - Ganesh Gurav is the exception to the rule.

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SINGAPORE FOOD
Singapore is renowned among the world's gourmets for its hundreds of restaurants reflecting flavours of many countries. Travel with Surabhi to taste the delicious multicultural cuisine of Singapore, including scorpions on toast and black ants with potatoes.

ANDAMAN ISLANDS - FOOD & CRAFTS
The coconut plays an important part in the life of the coastal and island communities. Every plant and vegetable is fully used in the Andaman Islands. Introducing the exotic cuisine of the Andaman Islands in this story.

PAYASAM
Food is the expression of culture and habits. Taste the much-loved "Payasam" from South India in our answer story.

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BIKANER CAMEL FESTIVAL
Camel, the ship of the desert, is an integral part of the life and activity of the people in the northern region of Rajasthan. Legendary stories relate the role of the camel in uniting lovers and fighting wars.

ABORIGINAL ART OF AUSTRALIA
Australian Aborigines are members of the World's oldest living culture. The traditions of painting on bark, the canvas paintings of the desert and others created by aboriginal artists of Australia.

HASYA KAVI SAMMELAN
Humour is the spice of life and what better way than to express it in the form of poetry. We asked our viewers to complete a poem as best as they could! And we received numerous completed poems - one more humorous than the other.

EPISODE 147

BEN KINGSLEY
Ben Kingsley is perhaps best known for his Oscar winning performance in the title role of ?Gandhi" which also earned him a ?Golden Globe" and a "New York Film Critics Award". Ben Kingsley in conversation with Siddharth Kak in this exclusive interview.

PONGAL
The month of January is full of celebrations. "Pongal" is the Harvest festival of South India. The Harvest Festival is celebrated throughout India in different ways in different states.

MISS LOS ANGELES INDIA
Sushmita Sen and Aishwarya Rai have ruled the world of beauty. But there are other Indian beauties who rule in their little world. Siddharth Kak discovered this when he travelled to Los Angeles in America to present the Miss Los Angeles India Title.

VEDIC FOOD
This question takes us back in time, evoking the vedic era and the food that was eaten then. It comes perhaps as a surprise that the more we change, the more we remain the same.

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BLIND CRICKET
Who says cricket is to be played by the sighted only? There is an exception to this, which is proved by the children of Delhi. They play cricket not by seeing the ball but by hearing it.

VIJI PRAKASH
Viji Prakash, the Indian based Bharatnatyam dancer, still keeps Indian culture alive in the West by running a Bharatnatyam school in Los Angeles. Surabhi brings her efforts and experiments to light.

UNAKOTI
Visit a remote destination in Tripura called Unakoti - which means ninety nine lakhs ninety nine thousand nine hundred and ninety nine. This unique destination has numerous rock cut images - one of them is the Central Shiva head known as Unakotishwara Kal Bhairava.

ANIL BISWAS
Meet one of the legends of the Indian film music world. Anil Biswas, the composer and lyricist of many captivating songs of the 50s and 60s.

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ALLAH RAKHA TABLA FAMILY
Talent and humility are the endearing qualities of one of the greatest musical families in India, Ustad Allah Rakha and his sons Zakir Hussain, Fazal Qureshi, Toufix Qureshi and Bavi Begum. Surabhi pays tribute to a great tradition of Tabla maestros.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Features selected stories filmed by our viewers in different part of India giving them an opportunity to showcase little known aspects of Indian culture.

EMA MARKET
A unique market in exotic Manipur, where women make, sell and manage the entire show. Surabhi salutes this remarkable feat.

POCHAMPALLI SAREES
Pochampalli a village in Andhra Pradesh, where exquisite, colourful, cotton and silk sarees are woven.

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KUTCH LIFESTYLE
Kutch the land of antiquity which is reflected in its lifestyle, culture and art. A land where beauty and colour flourish in the hostile desert.

MAQBOOL FIDA HUSSAIN
A creative genius, an institution in the field of art in India - Maqbool Fida Hussain - a painter and person extraordinary.

THE SURABHI TEAM
Do you want to meet the unknown faces behind Surabhi? The people with a mission who make Surabhi possible week after week - some of them very different from what you would expect!

SHOMPENS OF THE ANDAMAN ISLAND
(A repeat story, voted the best of the year) The rain forest of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, beautiful yet mysterious, are still home to primitive man. A rare and gripping rendezvous with the vanishing tribes of the Shompens in the deep jungles.

L. SUBRAMANIAM
The International musician and composer who also composed the haunting theme tune of Surabhi. An intimate glimpse of his family at home in the USA. Surabhi pays tribute to his late wife Viji who died of cancer.

WARQ
Indian sweetmeats are often covered by silver foil called "Warq". How is "Warq" made? Who makes "Warq"? A touching story of humble people who embellish and enrich sweetmeats they themselves cannot afford.

THE FAVOURITE STORIES OF THE YEAR
Krusadi Island, Backwater of Kerala, Limbless Musician, Pelican story, Indira Point, Travels to Australia, Singapore.

EPISODE 151

MURUD JANJIRA, AN OLD PORT IN MAHARASHTRA
Accompany the Surabhi team to Murud Janjira and learn about Kanhoji Angre's naval fleet.

MURUD JANJIRA FORT
A visit to the Murud Janjira fort, built in the 16th century by Malik Amber.

OLD DELHI
Experience the grandeur of a bygone era, in the lanes of Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi.

MEMORIES OF A CRICKETER
Mohinder Amarnath, a cricketer par excellence, talks about his other passion, Hindi Film songs.

VISHWANATHAN ANAND
Our question two weeks back certainly must have checkmated you. The answer is in black and white, Vishwanathan Anand.

EPISODE 152

INDIANS ABROAD
Surabhi discovers that the Tamil New Year is celebrated in basically the same way but with different names and at different times in Singapore, Mauritius and the Andamans.

MAURITIUS CULTURE
The Surabhi team is currently filming in Mauritius. We give you a peep into the variegated, multilingual heritage of Mauritius - a veritable paradise on earth and home to a large section of the Indian diaspora.

FENI OF BHOPAL
Come party and make merry. Taste another of Bhopals specialities. Not the famous paan but the hitherto unheard, Bhopali feni.

BIMAL ROY
As cinema enters its hundredth year, Surabhi pays homage to Bimal Roy who bestrode the Indian film industry like a colossus. Surabhi brings you face-to-face with his daughter Rinki Bhattacharya who has written a biography of her illustrious father.

RED INDIANS
Surabhi journeys around the world, and back in time, to take you to the world of the American Indians - the original inhabitants of America.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is small in size and tall in ambition. Meet Deepak Kumar Verma a seventeen year old little person working as a tailor.

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PANDIT RAVI SHANKAR
Surabhi plays host to a living legend in the world of music, Pandit Ravi Shankar. Join us as we felicitate him on the occasion of his 75th birthday.

ST. AUGUSTINE CHURCH, GOA
Surabhi accompanies archaeologist K.K.Mohammed on an exciting exploration of the secrets that may lie under the ruins of the Augustine Church in Goa.

MANIRAM PATHROD
Passion in art knows no bounds. We salute the spirit of Maniram Pathrod who has chosen to play a very difficult instrument - the Nastharang - even at risk to his life.

SODA WATER SELLER
Marbles might seem like child`s play to most people but inserting a marble into a bottle of soda is a trick of a disappearing trade, as this story shows you.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our guest of the week is a man who has a pocket full of tricks. Meet Anand Jayande a magician par excellence.

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LIFE IN TRIPURA
Surabhi journeys to beautiful and little known Tripura in the north eastern corner of India. And brings you a glimpse of the life and times of the tribals of this state.

VAISHNO DEVI
The Surabhi team braves freezing cold at a high altitude to reach the sacred shrine of Vaishno Devi nestled in the hills of Jammu.

WORLD OF WORMS
Surabhi brings you a worm's eye-view of the world and shows you how these `lowly' creatures can be of tremendous use to us.

TANGALIYA SHAWL
The tangaliya shawl is a speciality of Gujarat. In this answer story Surabhi shows you how this beautiful shawl is made.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is the well known sitar virtuoso Ustaad Shamin Ahmad Khan. A tete-a-tete with the man and more about his music.

EPISODE 155

MAURITIUS TOURIST TREK
The Surabhi team reaches idyllic Mauritius and brings you a tantalising glimpse of the many attractions this exotic tourist destination has to offer.

OLDEST BANYAN TREE
A remote village in Andhra Pradesh is home to the world's largest and oldest banyan tree that has not only made its way into the Guiness Book, but also occupies a special place in the lives of the people who live near it.

ARVIND SWAMY
The runaway success of `Roja' catapulted him to instant stardom. Meet Arvind Swamy, once again in the spotlight for his lead role in the recently-released `Bombay'.

AMAZING MATCH MAKING
Marriages are made in heaven but just how many can take place in one day? To find out, watch this amazing story sent by one of our viewers.

TAEKWONDO
In this answer story, we profile the ancient Korean martial art of Taekwondo that is gaining popularity the world over as a means of self-defence. Watch our very own Javed Khan as he shatters a world record on camera using this technique.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our lottery guests this week are two tiny tots Gayatri and Akanksha.

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UNDERSEA TREASURES
Fishes, corals and a host of marine treasures beckon the Surabhi team into the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean off Mauritius. Join them as they explore the mysteries of the deep blue sea on the Undersea Walk.

BHARAT DABHOLKAR
Adman, Director, writer, theatre personality, the multi-faceted Bharat Dabholkar tells you what it takes to keep the creative juices flowing in Indian Advertising.

VIEWER'S GALLERY
Pots and pans usually create cacophony, except perhaps in the hands of these two blind men from Durg who make melodious music using cooking utensils and leaves.

MAGIC MATHS
Even if you don't have a head for numbers, it won't take you long to figure out complicated mathematical puzzles using a simple technique as this answer story shows you.

LOTTERY GUEST
Meet a master who weaves magic with his hands. Our guest of the week is master embrioderer Fazal Mohammed of Agra, an expert in the art of Dozi embroidery.

EPISODE 157

MUSIC OF MAURITIUS
The spirit of Mauritius is reflected in Sega - a form of traditional music, song and dance popular among the Creole community. Surabhi brings to you the spirit of Sega. Join in the celebrations of Mauritius culture.

KUMUDINI LAKHIA
A tribute to a person who has devoted 50 years of her life to exquisitely depicting and developing Kathak as an art and dance form - Kumidini Lakhia of Gujarat.

DANCE OF ABORIGINALS OF AUSTRALIA
Australia's first inhabitants, the Aborigines have struggled to survive ever since European settlement. Glimpse of the fascinating Islander dance of the Aboriginals, performed to appease their Gods and ancestors, in Surabhi.

POP MUSIC IN MAURITIUS
Indians in Mauritius have strived to maintain their links with their Indian roots. Surabhi features the Bhojpuri Boys, a popular music group in Mauritius who have popularized the Bhojpuri language through their songs.

LOTTERY GUEST
Bombay, Maskabun and Irani restaurants. Our guest of the week is man who runs one such Irani restaurant. Meet the owner of Kayani restaurant, Mr. Aflatoon Irani.

EPISODE 158

AMAZING ANTICS IN PUNJAB
This week's Surabhi journeys through the village of Punjab to witness the amazing village sports, where people balance on their thumbs, pick up hundred kilos with their teeth, people over 75 years of age run in a hundred meter race and dogs race each other at incredible speeds.

PUTTUR BONESETTERS
In Andhra Pradesh, there is a small village, Puttur, where the bonesetters set dislocated jaws and fractured bones with their traditional medicines.

ELEPHANT JEWELLERY
We bring you rich glimpses of how an elephant is dressed up and decorated by jewellery.

ORU KATHA, ANDHRA PRADESH
Travel to the picturesque land of Andhra Pradesh and take at a special folk theatre form, full of song, colour and vivacious dance.

SHAKUNTALA NARASIMHA
Enjoy the delightful Jugalbandi of Hindustani and Carnatic form of classical music by Shakuntala Narasimha.

LOTTERY GUEST
Dil Bole Boom Boom. Our special guest of the week is none other than master musician and composer Biddu. Come join Surabhi on a musical sojourn with the King of Music.

EPISODE 159

DAL LAKE
This week Surabhi gives you a glimpse of the famous Dal Lake of Srinagar, a rare treasure which is gradually being polluted.

LAXMAN GAUD
The famous craftsman, sculptor and a realistic painter, Laxma Gaud, of Hyderabad.

NEELAM BATRA?S COOK BOOK
Introducing Neelam Batra, an NRI whose book on Vegetarian Indian cooking for American Homes, achieved a top ten rating among cook books.

SACHIN SHANKAR?S BALLET
The answer story features the well known exponent, Sachin Shankar who talks about ballet and how it is adapted in India.

LOTTERY GUEST
Come laugh away your blues. Our special guest of the week is an exponent of laughter therapy. Meet Dr.Madan Kataria for whom laughter is no laughing matter.

EPISODE 160

SANGEET DANGAL
Come spring and the pink city of Jaipur resonates with the verse of thousands of amateur poets who have assembled to participate in Sangeet Dangal, a unique non-stop competition.

SACRED GROVES
Preservation of the environment is integral to the tribal way of life. In India in the ages gone by, tribals created sacred groves to reaffirm their communion with nature. The Surabhi team visited some of these groves that survive to this day, albeit against heavy odds.

SHAKILA - AN ARTIST FROM THE SLUMS
Shakila ? a collage artist, is a humble slum-dweller of Calcutta who exhibits her works on the footpaths of the city, but has won accolades from all over the world.

ISABGOL
The deceptively nondescript appearance of the isabgol herb that only grows in some parts of Gujarat & Rajasthan hides amazing curative properties that have made it a panacea for a range of disorders from constipation to diarrhea.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is a lady who juggles a myriad roles - that of a producer, a director and an actress with great ease. Meet Vimal Lohane one of Marathi filmdom's leading lights.

EPISODE 161

KUTRAILEESHWARAN, ACE SWIMMER
Kutraleeshwaran, a child prodigy who at the age of 14 has entered the Guiness Book of World Records for the highest number of swimming feats in a single year.

SOUKOUS OF AFRICA
Africa - reminds you of the rainforest, the tribals, the pygmies, the art, crafts and their dance and music. Soukous is one of the them - the soul of African culture.

ACUPUNCTURE
A science based on treatment with needles, acupuncture means to cure without any pain or bleeding, by applying pressure and puncturing parts of the body at given points. Glimpses of this unusual science, on Surabhi.

LIVE VOLCANO IN ANDAMANS
An exclusive story form the interiors of Andaman and Nicobar Islands - a live volcano which is emitting fire and red hot lava right at the moment.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is a man who juggles his profession as a printer with his passion for juggling thalis. Meet Bharat Dhanraj Jain a man who balances 15 thalis at a time.

EPISODE 162

GUNDECHA BROTHERS & DHRUPAD
This week we profile the remarkable rise to fame of the Gundecha brothers, regarded as the most talented Dhrupad singers of the new generation. Surabhi salutes the dedication and excellence of these young maestros.

SINGERS OF SIKKIM
In far-away Sikkim an itinerant father-daughter duo are keeping the tradition of street-singing alive as they travel from village to village.

KANCHIPURAM JYOTISHYAM
For all those who scan the horoscope section of the daily newspapers avidly, Surabhi shows you another way to find out what the stars foretell. Join us as we pay a visit to the Kanchipuram Jyothishyam where the future of everyone is written on ancient palm leaves.

PUSHURA, BULL FIGHT OF ASSAM
Ever locked horns with a raging bull? Get a feel of what it's like in this answer story on Pushura, the traditional sport of bull-fighting that is an annual feature at the Assamese festival of Bihu.

LOTTERY GUEST
This week Surabhi welcomes to its studio Dhananjay Paranjpe of the Ali Yavar Jung Institute for the hearing impaired who shows us how to live life to its fullest even in a world filled with the sounds of silence.

EPISODE 163

ONGEES OF CAR NICOBAR
The Surabhi team travels to the distant island of Car Nicobar and files this report on the lifestyle of the Ongees tribe, whose number is rapidly dwindling.

GOGA SINGH OF KURUKSHETRA
From Kurukshetra comes this unique story of a Mahabharata singer - Goga Singh who spreads his messages using a `loudspeaker' made of water!

RAMCHANDRA DHOTRE, FLUTE MAKER
This answer story featuring Ramchandra Dhotre who brings music into the lives of others through the flutes he makes.

VIJAY TANPURE, POWADA SINGER
Surabhi's special guest of the week is from Maharashtra's heartland. Meet powada singer Shivshahir Vijay Tanpure from Ahmednagar

EPISODE 164

GOA, A TOURIST DESTINATION
The sun, sand and sea are what make Goa a tourist haven. But for the fisherfolk of Goa the sea is normally a source of livelihood - it is their life. Find out more about these simple, hardworking yet fun-loving people in this story.

DHOLAVIRA & HARAPPAN TOWN PLANNING
Town planning was one of the most outstanding features of the Harappan culture. Surabhi team visits one such site in Gujarat - Dholavira and is amazed at the elaborate water supply system that operated there thousands of years ago.

TEA PICKERS OF ASSAM
Ever wondered how much labour goes into the making of your morning cup of tea? Watch this story on the tea-pickers of Assam who have made tea the world's favourite beverage.

ANITA, THE ORANGUTAN
Anita, the orangutan at Singapore Zoo is the star of this week's answer story. Watch the antics of this lovable creature and you'll realise why orangutans and humans are such good friends.

LOTTERY GUEST
This week we welcome Mr.Vimal Harnal, General Manager, South-West Asia, Singapore Tourist Promotion Board who picks the winner of the bumper prize - a trip for two to Singapore.

EPISODE 165

THE ROAD THROUGH RAJOURI
The Surabhi team traces an old trade route through the sylvan splendour of Rajouri nestled in the lap of the majestic Himalayas of Kashmir.

TABASSUM, SMILING COMPERE
Surabhi profiles the life and times of Tabassum, comedienne, compere par excellence and hostess of the record-breaking TV programme, `Phool Khile Hain Gulshan Gulshan'.

FLOATING HOUSES OF TRIPURA
The North - Eastern state of Manipur famous for its scenic beauty, but few are aware of an extraordinary phenomenon that can be seen here - houses that float on water.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our guest for this week, Kishore Bhagat is no ordinary artist. Not for him, the paints and brushes that are usual to create a work of art. Instead he uses his fingernails with amazing results!

EPISODE 166

MOUNTED POLICE OF CALCUTTA
Policemen on horseback have an altogether unique charm of their own. The Calcutta Mounted Police are one of the few such police teams in existence today. Surabhi visits them at work and finds out what it?s like to be a mounted keeper of the peace.

SAMARITAN SADHU
Though he lives in a cave, Shri Ram Ram is a sadhu with a difference. From his humble abode he provides succour to orphans and women in distress. Surabhi salutes the selflessness of the man who in his own small way has tried to make the world a better place.

VIEWER'S GALLERY
Inspired by Surabhi, Shailendra Kakaani and his friend Muriel toured the length and breadth of the country, exploring its diverse cultural heritage. This is the story of their journey of discovery.

HOCKEY, INDIAN STYLE
This answer story features the rustic and sometimes amusing version of field hockey, one of the most popular sports in the sub-continent.

LOTTERY GUEST
Surabhi welcomes to its studio two young artists, Nikita and Nimisha whose art has won them accolades both at home and abroad.

EPISODE 167

KHATRI MOHAMMAD SIDDIQUE & AJARAK
Meet master craftsman Khatri Mohammad Siddiqi from Kutch who creates exquisite patterns using the Ajarak technique of block printing and thereby transforms an ordinary piece of cloth into a work of art.

MAGICIAN K. LAL
Magician K.Lal has many tricks up his sleeve but his most ambitious project to date - making the Taj Mahal and Howrah bridge vanish - must surely merit a place in Ripley's `Believe it or not'!

VIEWERS GALLERY
If marriages are made in heaven, then Ambala which was host to a mass marriage must surely seem like heaven on earth. As they say, the more the merrier.

BUTTERFLY FARM
Butterflies and moths resemble each other in more ways than one but this answer story which takes you on a visit to a butterfly farm in Uttar Pradesh shows you the difference between the two.

LOTTERY GUEST
Wonderkid, Rupali Repale who despite her humble background has achieved at the tender age of 13, the incredible feat of swimming the English channel, Straits of Gibraltar and Palk Strait.

EPISODE 168

TOY TRAIN, SIMLA
Travelling up the hills in a quaint toy train from Kalka to Shimla is an unforgettable experience. On location in Himachal Pradesh, the Surabhi team films this charming train journey which boasts the highest number of tunnels for a single journey.

HAMAMS OF BHOPAL
Hamams or public baths are as old as civilisation itself. A hot refreshing bath and a vigorous oil massage and you are ready to face the challenges ahead. A visit to Bhopal takes us to these rapidly-dwindling community bathing places.

BANJARAS, THE COLOURFUL TRIBALS
With neither hearth nor home, the gypsies or Banjaras have a romantic, even mysterious aura that comes from their nomadic lifestyle. They are the subject of this answer story.

LOTTERY GUEST
Necessity is the mother of invention they say but our guest this week has 31 inventions to his credit! Meet Amarnath Jurnnarkar whose latest invention is a device to control pollution.

EPISODE 169

KALA ACADEMY, GOA
The vibrant and joyous culture of Goa is reflected in the daily life of the people. The fountainhead of this culture is the Kala Academy on the banks of the river Mandovi, home to the magnificent collection that reflects the many hues of Goa's cultural mosaic. The Surabhi team spent an absorbing day at the Academy learning about its various facets.

MINIATURE MODELS OF MAURITIUS
Mauritius ? The island paradise on earth. A land as famed for its pristine beaches as it is for its exotic crafts and arts. A peek into the making of miniature ship models and papier mache masks, the country's most popular crafts.

DOGRI POP
A different kind of music growing in popularity is the racy, foot-tapping `Dogri Pop'. This answer story takes you to Jammu to enjoy the music that promises to take the country by storm.

LOTTERY GUEST
Few are blessed with the unusual ability to communicate with animals and interpret their sounds. Meet Ramesh Rawal, the warden of Gir forests, who for the last fifteen years has been nurturing a unique bond with lions and tigers in the wild.

EPISODE 170

SUCCESSFUL INDIANS IN MAURITIUS
The cultural frontiers of India extend beyond the sub-continent into lands near and far. One example of this diaspora is Mauritius, where 60 percent of the population is of Indian origin. The success story of the Indians despite adversity and the deep bonds that exist among them, is an example for us to emulate.

ASHAPOORNA DEVI
One of India's greatest writers Ashapoorna Devi is no more. Surabhi pays tribute to Ashapoorna Devi, a writer who through her pen has left an unforgettable mark on Indian literature.

THE ART OF BONSAI
The little question with the big answer. This answer story is on Bonsai, the exotic Japanese art of growing plants in miniature that is catching people's fancy in many Indian cities.

VASTU SHASTRA
Vastu Shastra, the ancient Indian science of architecture is a way of life. The basis of this science is harmony with nature. Surabhi takes a look into this fascinating treatise on architecture, which is today coming into its own once again as more and more modern architects are employing its principles in their work.

LOTTERY GUEST
Surabhi welcomes to it's studios D.K.Bubbar, one of the foremost exponents of Vastu Shastra in India who has been in the field for the last thirty-five years.

EPISODE 171

JAISAMAND ISLAND RESORT
One example of an eco-friendly tourist centre is Jaisamandh Island Resort. Surabhi discovered this ethereal locale and a bird sanctuary near Udaipur.

TINTHINI
Tinthini, a small town in Karnataka, is a shining example of communal amity where a temple and a mosque are situated together on the same foundation.

CHAIL, THE HIGHEST CRICKET GROUND
A visit to the Chail cricket ground near Simla in Himachal Pradesh, the highest in India, leaves the Surabhi team clean bowled.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest this week is Whistling Minstrel Anamitra Dasgupta. Meet the computer engineer who is adept at whistling Western Classical tunes.

EPISODE 172

WATER HARVESTING IN RAJASTHAN
Our story from rain-deficit Rajasthan explores how new water sources can be tapped to overcome the dependence on rain.

MALVIKA SARUKKAI
The beautiful and talented dancer whose every movement is emotion and grace personified. Malvika Sarukkai, the internationally renowned Bharata Natyam dancer shares her secrets of life and success with Surabhi.

VIEWER'S GALLERY
A gift is a bond of affection and appreciation whereas a letter touches a responsive chord in the receiver. A feature on the deluge of special tokens that have flooded Surabhi.

VASTU SHASTRA
The answer story that holds the key, to the `Vastu Shastra' mystery. `Vastu Shastra' experts, D.K. Babbar of Mumbai and Muthaih Sthapathi of Madras, lift the curtain from this traditional Indian science of architecture.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our guest is a man whose creations adorn many heads in tinsel town. Meet wig maker and makeup man Anil Pemgirikar, a man who has made it big on borrowed hair.

EPISODE 173

R.K. SINGH, PAINTER FROM MANIPUR
R. K. Singh the doyen of the Manipuri school of painting, is the torch bearer of this dying art form. Surabhi salutes the great master and his attempts to preserve this glorious heritage.

NANA PATEKAR
Surabhi delves into the mind of the `Krantiveer' of Hindi Cinema. An intimate and exclusive tete-a-tete with Nana Patekar, who in his own inimitable style speaks on his life, his thoughts and his acting.

INDIAN RAILWAYS
A look into different aspects of Indian Railways, which are an integral part of our life and history.

LOTTERY GUEST
Meet a woman in a very unusual occupation. Our special guest this week is none other than Mumtaz Kathiwala, one of India's female engine drivers.

EPISODE 174

TURTLE BAY IN MAURITIUS
Surabhi meets some of the oldest residents of Mauritius. Turtle Bay, a conservation park in Mauritius is home to many species of birds, reptiles, turtles and other animals, whose antics win them many friends.

MUSIC MINDED PLANTS
Singing to plants may not help them to learn singing. However, it may certainly help them grow. A glimpse of how musical cultivation in Gujarat seems to speed up the rate of plant growth.

WATER HARVESTING IN HIMACHAL PRADESH
A story that cascades down from the slopes of Himachal Pradesh. Water conservation in this region is no easy task. But with a little ingenuity an amazing water supply system has been created in this mountainous state.

HANDMADE PAPER
The question was as tough as one in an exam paper. And, the answer deals with a very special kind of paper - hand made paper.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest this week is a man whose creative urges are seen on paper. Meet Omprakash Agarwal designer and manufacturer of an exclusive range of handmade paper.

EPISODE 175

AABRITTI OF CALCUTTA
Aabritti or repeated utterrances is a unique form of audio book that is prevalent in the culture loving state of West Bengal. Religious scriptures as well as works of great writers form the story of Aabritti. Surabhi visits Calcutta to take part in this unusual tradition.

AMALA AND THE BLUE CROSS SOCIETY
Actress Amala and her friends have made laudable efforts to protect and preserve the environment in Hyderabad. Their concern also covers animals, and the formation of the Blue Cross Society that cares for animals.

PEARLS OF HYDERABAD
The answer to the expensive question can be found in oysters in the depths of the sea or adorning the neck of beautiful women. A visit to Hyderabad to learn more about its exquisite pearls.

LOTTERY GUEST
On the occasion of Durga Puja our special guest this week is a man whose melodious voice enthralls many. Meet Mr.Subir Kar, the retired head of the Chemistry Department of I.I.T, Mumbai and surprisingly an exponent of Rabindra Sangeet too.

EPISODE 176

ANDAMAN SPORTS
The traditional games in the Andamans have produced some excellent athletes. Surabhi takes a look at these exciting games which are a treat to watch.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Surabhi features this inspired effort by the Bal Mitra Academy in Aurangabad which boosts children's creativity in painting, photography and dance by arranging exhibitions and competitions.

SIKKIM CRAFTS
The ingenuity of our master Craftsmen is revealed in this answer story on the Sikkim water crafts. Surabhi discovers the intricate facts of the Sikkim crafts.

MYSTERY OF THE UNIVERSE
Surabhi commences a journey into the mysteries of the Universe with a special focus on the Sun, Moon and their relation to our Planet, the Earth.

LOTTERY GUEST
Surabhi welcomes to its studios Lalsingh Chauhan, the muscleman and speaks to him about his awesome feats.

EPISODE 177

LADAKH LIFESTYLE
In Ladakh the people still cherish their rich cultural heritage and traditions.

AUSTRALIAN TREASURES
Every nation has its own priceless treasures. Some of these are gifts of life or boons from the land, the sea and from the wind. And as Surabhi discovered in Australia, even from the trees.

LAST JOURNEY OF BIRDS
The answer to the question that sent your minds on flights of fancy reveals where and how our feathered friends, the birds, die.

LOTTERY GUEST
Surabhi welcomes to it's studios Dr. V. S. Venkatavardan, Director of Nehru Planetarium, Mumbai, to shed some light on the forthcoming solar eclipse.

EPISODE 178

UZBEKISTAN & OUR CULTURAL LINKS
Surabhi's recent sojourn to Uzbekistan throws light on the close and emotional links Uzbekistan has had with India down the centuries. Babar, Kebabs and Chinar trees, the list of commonalties between the two nations is endless.

VANI GANAPATHY
Our artiste of the week is a lovely lady from Bangalore who apart from being an accomplished dancer is an independent career woman. Surabhi brings you an intimate tete-a-tete with Bharata Natyam dancer Vani Ganapathy.

SOLAR ECLIPSE IN INDIAN MYTHS
The answer to the question that lifts the curtain on the solar eclipse and reveals more about the myths associated with it in India.

LOTTERY GUEST
Surabhi welcomes to its studios Victor Bansiwar head of `VOICE', a voluntary organisation working with street children in Mumbai.

EPISODE 179

ONAM DANCES
Celebration in India is a time for fun, frolic and colours. In Kerala, during Onam some processionists in Trichur paint their bodies with tiger stripes, thus bringing a touch of wild to the festivities.

DEV ANAND
Veteran film star Dev Anand, the evergreen hero, celebrated the completion of fifty eventful years in filmdom. A look at his life and times.

POTATO?S MEDICAL MAGIC
An answer story about the humble potato that has stepped out of the kitchen to make waves in the medical world.

LOTTERY GUEST
Surabhi takes a trip down memory lane with a collector of cinema photographs of a bygone era. Meet Hussain Bhai preserver, collector and connoisseur par excellence.

EPISODE 180

DONIOR, THE UZBEKI SINGER

A meeting with Uzbeki singing sensation Donior at his Tashkent residence leaves the Surabhi team humming to his tunes.

P.B. SRINIVAS
Surabhi pays a tribute to veteran Tamil singer P.B.Srinivas whose melodious voice has left generations of music lovers spellbound.

SLOW MOTION SONG
Featuring Pehla Nasha a song that is completely in slow motion but with lip-synch. Meet Aamir Khan who talks about how this was done.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our guest of the week is a petite young lady who lives on the fast track. Meet six year old Juhi Agarwal, India's youngest car driver.

EPISODE 181

SAYED MUSHTAQ ALI
Surabhi walks down memory lane with the gentleman cricketer of yesteryears, Sayed Mushtaq Ali, and relives memories of a bygone era. A salute to the cricketer's passion for sportsmanship and decorum, both on the field and off it.

CREOLE CUISINE FROM MAURITIUS
Bon Apetit! It's time to tickle the taste buds with Surabhi. Siddharth Kak takes you on a delectable journey sampling the flavours of the exotic Mauritius Creole cuisine.

FOOD CARVING
The answer to the question on the material for carving, is food for hungry minds as well as hungry stomachs.

LOTTERY GUEST
Surabhi brings you a ringside view of Ringmaster Vithal Awre of the Royal circus.

EPISODE 182

DEAF THEATRE GROUP OF CALCUTTA
Surabhi steps in to the world of silence. A salute to the talented deaf Theatre Group of Calcutta, The Action Players who under the guidance of contemporary dancer Astad Deboo have overcome their handicap to achieve proficiency in dance.

BALWANT THAKUR & CHILDREN THEATRE
The artists of the week are an unusual combination of a teacher and his students. Surabhi visits Jammu to capture the unique and innovative activities of Balwant Thakur and his award winning children?s theatre group.

UZBEKI ARTS
A visit to Uzbek Radio Ensemble, where efforts are on to preserve and propagate traditional and folk art forms in contemporary times.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our guest of the week is a singer who has not let her lack of vision obstruct her devotion to music. Meet singer Rita Vora whose expressive voice conveys a wide range of emotions.

EPISODE 183

PUSHKAR MELA, RAJASTHAN
Few fairs are as colourful as Rajasthan's annual Pushkar Mela. Surabhi captures the essence of the Mela which has become a major tourist attraction.

PICKLES OF TAMIL NADU
Time to tickle the taste buds with Surabhi and Tamil Nadu's fiery pickles. A look at how the pickles are prepared and devoured.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Surabhi features the mock Shivaji Coronation celebrations sent by one of our Pune viewers, Nandu Moze.

UNDERWATER WORLD, SINGAPORE
The answer on the most unique creature takes you underwater in Singapore.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our guest of the week is one of Hindi filmdom's singing legends, Rajkumari. Surabhi spends a musical soiree with her, reliving golden memories.

EPISODE 184

ANAND, MILK CAPITAL OF INDIA
Surabhi visits Anand in Gujarat, home to the most successful cooperative movement in the country and spends some time with its pioneer - Dr. V. Kurien.

TAIMUR, UZBEKI HERO
Samarkand at it's best Surabhi takes a journey down the hometown of Uzbekistan's national hero Taimur. And also takes a look into how the ancient monuments are being restored.

COMPUTER CALCULATION
The question was about traditions ? about the use of a bindi. But, the answer, tracing the evolution of a bindi is presented with the help of a computer. We also take you on a fascinating journey to the world of computers.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our guest of the week is a very special child. Meet six year old Ameya Gawand whose speeches leave most politicians spellbound.

EPISODE 185

SONEPUR ANIMAL FAIR
Sonepur in Bihar is host to the biggest animal fair in the country every winter.

GEETA BEHN AND THE ANAND CO-OPERATION
Surabhi salutes Geeta Behn a member of the cooperative movement at Anand. A woman of substance who combines professions as diverse as law and milking buffaloes.

SUNILA SHRINGARPURE, MUSCLE WOMAN
A woman with the rare combination of beauty, brains and brawn. A peek into muscle woman Sunila Shringapure?s lifestyle and attitudes.

DOWN TOWN MADRAS
The answer to the picturesque question is found in the winding alleys of Madras.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our guest of the week is a lawyer with a mission. Meet Geeta Behn, our special guest from Anand.

EPISODE 186

PRAKASH AMTE, FRIEND OF ANIMALS
Surabhi visits the Fairyland of Prakash Amte in the forests of Chandrapur. An intimate tete-a-tete with the members of his family, some human, some animal.

CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES
Celebrate Christmas with the traditional Yule Tide spirit and Surabhi, the Indian way. A look at the how the Christmas Cake and the Chiristmas crib are made today.

BALMURLI KRISHNA
The play of words Karnatak and Carnatic give the game away. And the answer story is about singer Balmurli Krishna from Andhra Pradesh who is setlled in Tamil Nadu.

LOTTERY GUEST
Meet a doctor with a mission. Dr A.V.Mehta who runs a hospital for mentally challenged children in Mumbai and his bunch of merry kids are our special guests this week.

EPISODE 187

PICHWAIS OF NATHDWARA
The Pichwai Paintings of Nathdwara in Rajasthan express the unique tradition of Indian aesthetics.

MANNADEY
Surabhi presents the doyen of the Indian music industry, the man whose dulcet voice has enthralled generations of Indians. An exclusive tete-a-tete with Mannadey, one of the great singers of our times.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Rohington Davierwala, one of our viewers, has presented us a cassette on Sanjhan day. In this episode, we take a look at this important day that Parsis celebrate.

DIVINE MUSIC
The simple answer to the musical question takes you to doors of God in Punjab, Assam and everywhere in India.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest is a man whose small words make very difficult reading. Meet Jigar Shah an artist who writes on grains of rice.

EPISODE 188

WOMEN'S CRICKET
Dilip Vengsarkar, Ashok Mankad and Eknath Solkar speak on the controversial game of women's cricket which has been receiving it's share of bouquets and brickbats.

TOYS OF ASSAM
Toys, reminders of a joyous childhood. But making them is no child's play. Surabhi journeys to a tiny village in Assam where toy making is a way of life.

FEARLESS NADIA
Surabhi pays a tribute to Indian filmdom's `Huntervali', Fearless Nadia, who recently passed away in Mumbai. A look into the life & films of the amazing actress.

DURGA PUJA
The question was asked during the festive season and the answer story is on another festival, Durga puja.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our guest of the week is a man who can imitate one and sundry. Meet mimicry artiste Dr. Narela Venu Madhav from Warangal.

EPISODE 189

GREAT ELEPHANT FESTIVAL, KERALA
Surabhi visits the Great Elephant Festival of Kerala. The elephants of the beautiful temples of Kerala have been giving special performances down the ages. A look at these amazing animals and their even more astounding show.

MAYURA & GURUPRASAD OF NATYANJALI
The artistes of the week are dancers Mayura and Guruprasad from Bangalore, who cannot see their own performances. However this has not deterred them from performing at national and international levels.

DANCE MUSIC
The question that had people tapping their feet and the answer story makes everyone hum along.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is a man who has participated in India's struggle for freedom. Meet Prof. Satyavrata Ghosh-a freedom fighter, retired principal, journalist and a man of many hidden facets.

EPISODE 190

VICEREGAL LODGE OF SHIMLA
The Palatial Viceregal Lodge of Shimla, was home to the Viceroy of India during the British Raj. Today, the Lodge houses a large collection of books. Surabhi explores this transition, and also finds that people are busy restoring its exquisite wooden building, to its former glory.

KABOOTAR BAAZI, DELHI
The ancient sport of pigeon flying or Kabootar baazi continues in much the same way as it might have been in the Mughal days. Surabhi profiles kabootar baazi, still prominent in the Jama Masjid area of old Delhi.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Surabhi features a special guest this week. Ojas Adhia is a seven-year-old child prodigy who is listed in the `Limca Book of Records' for his mastery over the tabla.

VICTORIA CROSS
The question was on an award named after a British queen and the answer story is also from the Victorian times ? The Victoria Cross.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our guest of the week is an automobile aficionado from Hyderabad. Meet K.Sudhakar who makes car models not only for show but also for driving.

EPISODE 191

EVOLVING FOLK MUSIC OF BENGAL
In the land of Baul and Rabindra Sangeet, a musical revolution is underway. Bengali folk music is picking up modern influences and rhythm in the cities. Sway with Surabhi and the new sounds of Bengali folk music that is sweeping through the state.

KITE FLYING
Let your imagination and thoughts soar. Join us in a sport for the young at heart, the sport that is kite flying.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Surabhi traces the journey of Warli paintings from their small village in Maharashtra to distant Lyon in South France.

J.J. RODRIGUES
Waltz down memory lane with Surabhi and J.J. Rodriguez, the master of ball room dancing in Mumbai.

BHORINDO, AN ANCIENT MUSICAL INSTRUMENT
The answer story is about the Bhorindo. And coming all the way from Bhuj to give the answer on one of the earliest known musical instruments is Mr. Umesh Jadia our lottery guest of the week.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our lottery guest is someone who?s been with our programme for a long long time. Meet Siddharthji himself!

EPISODE 192

FOSSILS IN RAJMAHAL HILLS, BIHAR
Frozen in time but still a living symbol of their times, are the fossils of Rajmahal Hills of Bihar. Surabhi explores the place where history speaks and even trees have voices.

TARLA DALAL, COOKERY EXPERT
Meet a lady whose culinary prowess never ceases to tickle the taste buds. Surabhi speaks to well known cookery queen and renowned author, Tarla Dalal, who reveals the secrets of her life and success.

SHARDHA SINHA, THE SINGER
The answer story is from Bihar. The home state of singer, Sharda Sinha of Maine Pyar Kiya fame.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest is none other than Dr. Odolen Smekal the Czech Ambassador to India. A man who shares a very special bond with India and it's people.

EPISODE 193

ARIYALUR COAST
From the bottom of the ocean to its present position on land, the Ariyalur region of Tamil Nadu is a treasure house of our geological past. `

FOLK ART OF RAJASTHAN
Surabhi pays a tribute to Kaushal Bhargava and his remarkable group of artistes. The talented group has dedicated itself to the protection and projection of the folk art of Rajasthan.

DEEP SEA FISH
The riddle that made you briddle. And the answer story all the way from the deep sea is about fishes.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is a Limca Record Holder from Goa. Meet Donald Fernandes, the mobile violonist who recently broke a record by playing the violin while cycling 29 kms at a stretch.

EPISODE 194

HYDERABADI CUISINE
Majestic Hyderabad. A city renowned for the Charminar and its exquisite pearls unveils another hidden facet ? Hyderabadi cuisine. Join Surabhi in its discovery of the flavours and fragrance of Hyderabad.

ROCK PAINTINGS IN BIHAR
Surabhi goes to Bihar, where ancient rock paintings are being used in a novel way. A look into how these 8000 year old rock paintings have made their way into the homes of the villagers. Perhaps, a case of life imitating art.

MAHABHARATA IN DANCE
The question that was asked through dance gestures is answered in the same way, in our story, depicting the famous scene of Draupadi Vastraharan.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our guest of the week is a Pilot who is Seabound, not Airborne Meet catameran Captain Gulab Israni whose adventures on sea are awe inspiring.

EPISODE 195

PRATIBHA PRAHLAD & HAMPI FESTIVAL
The Dance of life. Noted Bharat Natyam and Kuchipidi dancer, Pratibha Prahlad dances in tribute to the great achievements of the Vijayanagar Empire at Hampi. Surabhi captures the spirit of the Festival of Hampi through her dance.

CHEF MEHBOOB ALAM KHAN
Whet your appetite and join Surabhi for a scrumptious meal in Hyderabad. Chef Mehboob Alam Khan displays his amazing culinary prowess in a story that sets your taste buds tingling.

BABAR, THE MUGHAL KING
The question on one of India's rulers takes us all the way to Uzbekistan. And the answer story is on the famous Mughal King Babar.

LOTTERY GUEST
The special guest of the week is a sibling of a famous cricketer who has been instrumental in shaping his career. Meet Ajit Tendulkar writer, brother, mentor and confidante of India's ace cricketer Sachin Tendulkar.

EPISODE 196

BHAGORIA IN JHABUA
Come celebrate Baghoria with the people of Jhabua and Surabhi. An occasion when ornaments are not merely worn, but eaten too! A look at Bgahoria deliciously edible tradition.

LIFESTYLE OF UAE
Surabhi features a story from the Middle East. Travel with us into the desert and experience the changing lifestyle of the UAE.

MOVIE MAGIC
The answer story dealing with an expressive question is what most of us do in our spare time ? watch a movie.

LOTTERY GUEST
This week our guest is a person who believes that nature is the best cure for most ailments. Meet well-known urine therapist Dr.G.K.Thakkar, who expounds on his unique theory.

EPISODE 197

RAMAYAN IN THEATRE
The play The Legend of Ram is a much-discussed topic currently. A story on this play, which has been creating waves of different sorts, both in the theatre world and outside it. Surabhi presents a behind the scenes look at this play of epic proportions.

LEATHER PUPPETS, ANDHRA PRADESH
An art form that has faced many storms, but today, faces extinction. Experience the beauty of the leather puppetry of Andhra Pradesh.

SHAPE OF THE EARTH
The question took you to the seas and well, the simple answer story states that the world is round.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our - special quest of the week is a master model maker. Meet Suresh Sharma, a man whose realistic models leave most spellbound.

EPISODE 198

TEPA SAMMELAN, UJJAIN
April Fools Day has gone, but those who were made fools, must still be sore. Surabhi participates in the `Tepa Sammelan', organised by the people of Ujjain, on this day.

SOUND AND LIGHT FOR TREES
Surabhi discovers a new aspect to Areca plantation in Kerala. Dr. P.J. Abraham's innovative light and sound therapy seems to have worked wonders to the growth of areca trees.

PANDIT AMARNATH
Surabhi pays a tribute to the well-known vocalist Pandit Amarnath, who passed away recently in Mumbai.

ANTIVENOM
For the venomous question of last fortnight, we bring you an answer story which is, but obviously, abouth an antidote.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest for this week is a multifaceted woman personality. Meet Neeta Khandekar, home maker, journalist, accupressure specialist and last but not the least a paratha queen.

EPISODE 199

BAMBOO IN TRIPURA
Surabhi visits Tripura. Home to bamboo, a rich and diverse cultural pot-pourri and an international border. A glimpse of the humble bamboo's all pervading importance in Tripura.

HOUSES OF MAURITIUS
Home is where the heart is! But what does one do if every house seen feels just like home? Travel with Surabhi to exotic Mauritius and relive the grandeur of houses beyond compare.

PANDIT SHIVKUMAR SHARMA
The musical answer story is about none other than musician Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma India's legendary santoor player.

LOTTERY GUEST
Come enjoy a special picnic with the Surabhi family. Forget your blues and meet the team members and guests at Silent Valley Resort. A count down to Surabhi's 200th episode celebrations.

EPISODE 200

ORIYA FILM INDUSTRY
In a befitting start to it's 200th episode Surabhi travels down cinematic memory lane. The Oriya film Industry has recently completed 60 eventful years. Surabhi brings you a firsthand account of the celebrations and looks at the future of the industry.

MALLIKA AND THE BEES
Our artiste of the week is unbee-lievably the prettiest Queenbee ever seen. Meet eleven years old Mallika Seth who is forever in the company of bees and flowers. A young lady holding more charm for the bees than flowers themselves.

USTAD AMJAD ALI KHAN VISITS SURABHI
An intimate tete-a-tete with sarod virtuoso Ustaad Amjad Ali Khan becomes an epoch making event as it combines his 50th birthday celebrations along with Surabhi's 200th episode.

NAME AMJAD ALI KHAN'S NEW TUNE
A lifetime's opportunity for Surabhi viewers. Suggest a name for the special tune played by Ustad Amjad Ali Khan. The best suggestion will be chosen by Ustadji himself. And the lucky winner will win a very special prize.

WITH THE SURABHI TEAM
Meet the superbly organised team that is responsible for making Surabhi the epoch making cultural magazine it is. Come get a glimpse of the `A? team in action.

UZBEKI BAZAARS, USBEKISTAN
Come shop in the exotic Uzbeki Bazaars with Surabhi. Take away fond memories apart from bag full of goodies.

VETERINARY DOCTORS, ANAND
The answer story without being doctored refers to the veterinary doctors and the patients undoubtedly are the animals who prosper under their loving care.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is the birdman turned prolific poet & song - writer. Meet Mehboob the song - writer who 'tanha tanha? wrote the successful songs of the smash hits ?Bombay? & ?Rangeela?.

EPISODE 201

HAJO FESTIVALS, ASSAM
Come participate in Assam's Hajo festival. An occasion when people of different communities and religions mingle and rejoice. Surabhi captures this feeling of solidarity and togetherness and hopes that there will be many more such days to celebrate.

AMAN AND AYAAN BANGASH
Surabhi profiles two young and budding artists who have taken their first step into the world of Indian Classical Music. An intimate tete-a-tete with Aman and Ayaan Bangash who are trying to continue an illustrious family tradition.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Surabhi explores the remains of a great Eastern Civilization near Mumbai. A remarkable discovery by amateur archaeologist Roxana Irani.

MONITOR LIZARD
The answer story is about the monitor lizard whose ability to climb great heights leaves the fastest lifts behind.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is a twenty-first century Taxi Driver in his equally upwardly mobile taxi. Meet S. Rao, Mumbai's cabbie with a difference.

EPISODE 202

POMPUHAAR, TAMIL NADU
Surabhi undertakes an expedition of adventure and exploration of our underwater heritage. Come be a part of a land that till now existed only in the pages of literature and poetry. A trek to Pompuhaar, the city lost underwater, off the coast of Tamil Nadu.

SIAMESE TWINS
Surabhi introduces a new section named Debate. Meet two souls locked in one body. Two sisters who are joint together, not only by birth, but physically too. A look at the lives of the Siamese twins Ganga Jamuna.

PALITANA
The answer takes you on the Royal Orient to Palitana one of the four most important Jain Pilgrimage centres in India.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is dog gone fond of pets, especially dogs. Meet Lata Wagle who is bringing up nineteen pedigreed dogs in one of Mumbai's high-rise buildings.

EPISODE 203

TRIBAL POP OR JHUMAR, ORISSA
Surabhi takes a musical journey to the remote areas of Orissa to meet the king of Tribal Pop or Jhumar, Padma Lochan Mahanto. A glimpse of how this traditional folk form is fast catching the fancy of music lovers in the country.

SOMNATH
A study of traditions which still hold relevance today. Accompany Surabhi on the Royal Orient to Somnath and explore the legacy of the Sompuras, the ancient temple architects of India.

BASILICA OF BOM JESUS, GOA
The answer for the question, asked two weeks ago, is from the land of the beach and the surf, Goa. The place is Basilica of Bom Jesus, where the remains of St. Francis Xavier have been preserved for the last 400 years.

LOTTERY GUEST
Sreedevi, Parrots and Eagles have one thing in common. Meena Goculdas. This Mumbai based voice-impresario par-excellence is Surabhi's guest of the week.

EPISODE 204

KALAPANI
Kalapani revisited. Surabhi relives it's sojourn to Kalapani albeit differently. A behind the scenes look at the making of director Priyadarshan's magnum opus Kalapani.

ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
An issue that leaves most in a quandary ? environment protection & the viability of sanctuaries in today's times. Surabhi examines the Betla and Udhav sanctuaries of Bihar and debates on the feasibility of their existence.

ISLAND OF DIU
The picturesque answer to the question asked two weeks back is the island of Diu, off the coast of Gujarat.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guests of the week are none other than the future citizens of the country. Meet a merry band of children who seem to be enjoying their summer holidays.

EPISODE 205

LALITGIRI, BHUBANESHWAR
Every now and then the earth yields another of its secrets. And man discovers another facet of existence. Surabhi's journey to Lalitgiri near Bhubaneshwar reveals to us the spread of Buddhist civilization in our country.

AGRA?S PETHA
For all you sweet lovers Surabhi brings you Agra's special Petha. What goes into the making of this Petha? Vegetables, cereals, flours. Travel to Agra and learn how this special petha is made.

KALAMKARI
The answer to the question asked two weeks ago is dyed with the colours of Kalamkari.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is a man who plays the tabla and sitar with equal ease. Meet Nayan Ghosh, son of the legendary Pannalal Ghosh and a music maestro in his own right.

EPISODE 206

COCONUT CLIMBING SCHOOL, KERALA
Surabhi has always saluted people who work hard and are dedicated to their work. A journey to picturesque Kerala reveals how an ingenious coconut tree climbing school is teaching its students the dignity of labour and respect for the basic needs of life.

SCULPTORS OF LALITGIRI, ORISSA
Blessed are those who possess a skill. The ability to transform an inconspicious mass into a form of great beauty and shape. A tribute to the gifted sculptors of Lalitgiri in Orissa and their art.

NANDI BULL
The answer to the question on the mythological animal is none other than the Nandi bull.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guests of the week are two young ladies whose amazing feats leave the most cynical spellbound. Meet Goyah Yajnik and Sulekha Hasmath, young ladies with wills and stomachs of steel.

EPISODE 207

LEATHERBACK TURTLE, ANDAMAN ISLANDS
Surabhi undertakes an exciting adventure journey to the Andaman Islands, off the Eastern Coast of India and is witness to one of nature's mysteries, the birth of a leatherback turtle and its first instinctive steps towards the sea, the fountainhead of life.

THE ROLE OF JAILS
A debate on the role of jails as an instrument of reform or punishment. Surabhi visits the Yerwada Jail in Pune to assess its validity in today's times.

PADMASANA
The answer to the question is Padmasana - a form of Yogasana which helps one in attaining spiritual freedom. Surabhi features the Yoga centres of Rishikesh in Uttar Pradesh.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is a lady who has just established a new bond with Surabhi. Meet Rajeshwari Salimath prizewinner of Surabhi's 186th episode whose first ever flight in an aeroplane was achieved via Surabhi.

EPISODE 208

LACQUER WORK, KUTCH
In the desert of Kutch, Surabhi discovers a tradition of enduring craftsmanship. Lacquer work, an Oasis of creativity in the barren terrain of Kutch. A look at the colourful work and the skill involved in the art.

PIGEON RACING
Pigeon racing is more than a sport, it is a bond between birds and humans. Surabhi visits Karnataka and meets one such trainer and his birds. A salute to the skills and dedication, both of the birds and their trainer.

VIEWERS GALLERY
A new section anchored by the exuberant Irawati Harshe introduces Prashant Chauhan, a ten-year-old prodigy from Jhansi who enthralls Surabhi with his singing abilities. Our other special invitee is Subhash Tengse a painter whose paintings made with fluorescent colours have the special quality of shinning in the dark.

RAILWAY MUSEUM
The question started a train of thoughts. And the answer leads you to the right track, namely the Railway Museum at Delhi.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our lottery guests of the week are two chirpy and vivacious children. Meet Neha and Nikhil, our guests of the week.

EPISODE 209

ROCK EDICTS, UTTARAMERUR
Democracy is no gift of the modern world. Rock Edicts in Uttaramerur near Madras are a veritable blueprint on the do's and don'ts of the democratic process. An enduring symbol of democracy yesterday and today. Surabhi captures the essence of the inscriptions.

THAI KING
Surabhi celebrates the 50 years of the rule of the Thai King, Bhumibol Adulyadej's Rama the 9th. An enlightened ruler, a computer buff, a jazz music enthusiast and above all a great philanthropist. The king is held in high esteem by his subjects. A salute to this people?s King who holds sway over the hearts of his subjects.

DCP MISHRA
Meet DCP Mishra of Delhi who indulges in his passion for writing and poetry with his quest for justice. Surabhi brings you an intimate tete-a-tete with this officer, gentleman and writer.

RAJAN & SAJAN MISHRA
The singing brothers Rajan and Sajan Mishra are the answer to the musical question asked two weeks ago.

LOTTERY GUEST
Continuing with our musical theme, our guest of the week is a rabab player, not from the valleys of Kashmir, but from the shores of Mumbai. Meet Chintoo Singh a musician whose fingers produce exquisite sounds on the rabab.

EPISODE 210

HIMACHAL PRADESH
Surabhi goes down memory lane on a nostalgic trip to Himachal Pradesh that unearthed much more than just beautiful landscapes. Himachal has had a royal and aristocratic past which is seen in its many palaces and royal rest - houses.

CHAU DANCE, ORISSA
Dance is a form in which the hands and eyes are evocatively used to express emotions and feelings. The Chau dance of Orissa uses masks as a means of attaining a new personality. Chau Dance ? an ancient rhythm with modern contonations.

FEROZABAD
The Bangle story that had you in tangles is all the way from Ferozabad.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week are young, bubbly and vivacious youngsters. Meet Shloka and Aushotosh, two very special and very dear guests.

EPISODE 211

MATRILINEAL SYSTEM OF THE NAIR COMMUNITY, KERALA
Kerala - God's own country where time moves at a leisurely pace. Where change traces its roots in the past. The Nair community in the state followed a unique matrilineal system, which still exists in a different form today. Surabhi explores the unique matrilineal lifestyle that has evolved over the centuries.

CINEMA
Cinema. A young medium that just completed a century of change in form, content, style and presentation. Join Surabhi in a journey with Cinema, from its evolution to it's present day avtaar.

FILM DUPLICATES
Meet some people whose face is their fortune. Film duplicates ride piggyback to fame on the back of their more famous counterparts. In an intimate tete-a-tete with them Surabhi finds out what it feels like living life as someone else.

TAKRO, BANGKOK
The answer about the game of Takro is all the way from Bangkok the capital of Thailand.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our very special guest of the week is a man who is responsible for India's first waterpark. Meet Mahesh Mody, director of Shanku's Water Park in Mehsana, Gujarat.

EPISODE 212

LITTI AND PITHA, BIHAR
From the heartland of Bihar, Surabhi brings the flavours of a wholesome cuisine. Litti a dish made from flour and pitha a sweet as well as sour dish are the main attractions of this delectable journey.

KHANTOK
In, Bangkok, far away from the shores of India, Surabhi spreads a feast to tickle your taste-buds `Khantok' a royal Thai feast is very much like our Indian thali with all it's accompaniments. Khantok ? a gastronomic bond between India and Thailand.

VIEWERS GALLERY
This week we feature the Dnyaneshwari Temple in Alandi, Pune, which is one of it's kind in the country. The temple has the chapters of Dnyaneshwari inscribed on brass plates and also audio version of the Dnyaneshwari for the believers in Hindi, Marathi, and English.

IDIAPPAM, KERALA
The question set your tastebuds tingling. And the answer is neither Idli nor Appam but Idiappam from God's own country, Kerala.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is a man whose gastronomic obsession and food fetish is seen in his restaurant and the food he serves. Meet the one and only Anjan Chatterji, adman and owner of Mumbai's finest and fishiest eating joint, Only Fish.

EPISODE 213

MEANING OF FREEDOM
In the 50th year of India's Independence Surabhi debates the meaning of freedom. The media revolution has been bombarding us with foreign ideas and foreign culture. Is this a process of evolution and access to greater knowledge or the start of mental bondage? An investigation into the satellite invasion that is taking place in the country today.

NAMELESS PRISONERS OF KANCHANBURI, THAILAND
Surabhi visits Kanchanaburi in Thailand where thousands of prisoners of war from all over the world, died while building the infamous Bridge on the river Kwai. A salute to those numerous unsung nameless prisoners who died in vain.

YAGNAKUND
The question dealt with a connection between religion and science. And the answer deals with a dissipation of energy through the yagnakund.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our guest of the week is a young memory wizard. Meet few years old Arjun Sawant whose mastery over the calendars leaves all losing track of their days.

EPISODE 214

SIMLA
Simla the erstwhile capital of the British Raj is a fusion of yesterday as well as today. Surabhi explores its fusion of coolness and it's heat, its overcrowded lanes and peaceful world, it's religion and modernity. An enduring legacy that exists even in this time and age.

HARIHARAN
Surabhi has an enduring link with both music and musicians. Our guest of the week is none other than India's latest ghazal and pop icon, Hariharan. Meet the man who rules the waves today with his dulcet voice.

ADHA JAHAN
The answer on half the world's population or `Adha Jahan' referred to women who take different forms of mothers, daughters, wives. And yet remain women.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is the classical vocalist, Aslam Hussain Khan. A singer who believes in and works towards helping the common man to appreciate classical music.

EPISODE 215

UNIQUE PETROL PUMP, KERALA
The importance of the sea in Kerala is second to none. From the pristine backwaters of Kerala Surabhi brings a unique petrol pump that serves cars on one side and fuels boats on the other side. Truly a rare combination hard to find anywhere in the country.

THAILAND'S FLOATING MARKET
The colour and flavours of every market entice both shoppers and passers by. Thailand's unique floating market is an enticing experience for locals as well as and tourists. Surabhi visits this beautiful market which believe it or not, is run only by women

VIEWERS GALLERY
This week's story features Nari Kotwani who possesses a special ability of staying afloat in water for hours while performing various yogasanas.

VEGETARIANS ALL THE WAY
Following the maxim, A Green World, A Better World this family from Calcutta eats only raw fruits and vegetables. For them the grass is always green this side.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is a five-year-old child prodigy whose talents lie in mimicking all and sundry. Meet Mimicry Whizkid, Manas Adhia whose antics leave all elders amazed.

EPISODE 216

BHANDS OF KASHMIR
Change is a fact that affects all of us sometime or the other Bhands, local folk and theatre artistes of Kashmir too have not escaped the onslaught of change. Surabhi presents glimpses of the art and life of the Bhands today.

BACKWATERS OF KERALA
Life in the backwaters of Kerala follows a leisurely pace that is hard to find elsewhere Modern influences have however extracted their toll on this once peaceful and sylvan lifestyle. Surabhi explores how life in the backwaters is also changing and meeting new challenges.

FILIGREE JEWELLERY, ORISSA
Our answer of the week deals with the best friends of women, namely jewels. And what would adorn a woman better than Orissa's renowned filigree jewellery.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is a singer whose earthy voice enthralls music lovers all over the country. Meet Sapna Awasthi, the new `Chakori' of the Indian music world.

EPISODE 217

GLAMOUR PHOTOGRAPHER, DHIRAJ CHAWDA
Meet one of India's oldest and most famous photographers, Dhiraj Chawda, a name synonymous with glamour and beauty. His photographs open doors not only to art but a little gossip too. A trip down memory lane with Dhiraj Chawda and his impressions of the bold and beautiful.

A.L. PARIKH, MADHYA PRADESH
All the way from Jhabua in Madhya Pradesh, Surabhi brings forth a photographer with a great deal of ingenuity and expertise. A.L.Parikh of Jhabua manages to produce beautiful photographs with little skill, hard work and inspiration. A salute to the photographer and his art.

LINDSEY HEBBERD, U.S.A.
Photographer, Lindsey Hebberd of U.S.A, is busy doing what Surabhi has always been doing ? documenting and presenting India's unique culture, albeit through her photographs. An insight into the mind and work of this distinctive photographer.

RAHUL THAKORE, HYDERABAD
Young Rahul Thakore of Hyderabad is a photographer with special abilities. Surabhi visits Hyderabad to learn a little more about this prodigy and his photographs.

KILLING OF RAVANA
The answer that reveborates all the way from Thailand finds its roots in India. And the scene depicted is the killing of the demon King Ravana, by the great and just King Rama.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guests of the week are Surabhi's favourite people, children. Meet the youngsters who light up Surabhi again and again.

EPISODE 218

LACEMAKERS OF NARSAPUR
The world of beauty sometimes has an ugly underbelly. The lacemakers of Naraspur in Andhra Pradesh produce exquisite lace that has a large market both in India and abroad but do not reap the benefits of their craftsmanship. Surabhi visits them to understand their plight.
The second section deals with the viewer response to the Satellite Sameeksha. Censorship, Globalisation and Western influences ? our viewers debate the issue with great gusto.

AKSHAY KUMAR SAHU
Few people pursue a literary career along with a job that does not carry a great deal of prestige. One of the special people who combine literary interest with the struggle for survival is a chaatwala of Orissa. Meet Akshay Kumar Sahu of Khurda who is better known as the Chaatwala Poet of Orissa.

BOTTLE MURTHY
Message in a bottle. Or ship in a bottle. Bottle Murthy of Madras shows us the way.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guests of the week are two sisters whose presence lights up the screen. Meet pretty women Aditi and Apurva Deshmukh, our guests of the week.

EPISODE 219

SAFARI WORK, THAILAND
Imagine a zoo without cages. A contradiction of terms, but possible. Surabhi visits one such zoo, The Safari Park at Thailand where animals are kept in their natural environment. We can learn how to appreciate them for what they are. A lesson indeed for the zoo authorities in India.

DEBASHISH BHATTACHARYA, CALCUTTA
Meet a psychologist whose clientele consists of the four-legged variety. Yes you guessed it right - Dogs. Debashish Bhattacharya of Calcutta helps dogs to deal with the problems of modern life and it's tensions. Who says it's just a dog's life?

CAMELS IN DISTRESS
Joy rides on Mumbai beaches bring laughter and happiness but may also cause death. The ship of the dessert, Camel, becomes a poor caricature of his self on the beaches of Mumbai. Surabhi explores how pleasure for some turns in to pain for others.

RAJASTHAN
Our answer takes you all the way to Rajasthan - where the Culture, music, dance reflect a distinct colour and style of life.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is a child full of life and beans. Meet Shubhashish Banerjee, our little guest of the week.

EPISODE 220

DHARAMSHALA
Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh is home to the Dalai Lama and the unique Tibetan culture. The picturesque town blends the mysticism of Tibet with the lyricism of India. Surabhi brings a special glimpse of Tibetan culture and an exclusive interview with the Dalai Lama.

LIFE IN OLD AGE
A man is as old as he thinks he is. Advancing age brings in its wake issues like loneliness, retirement, financial problems and many others. How does one find a way out? Surabhi initiates a debate on how the twilight years could be the best years of one's life.

HAND RICKSHAW PULLERS OF CALCUTTA
The question dealt with the streets of Calcutta and the answer discovers how life for the poor hand rickshaw pullers is no joyride.

LOTTERY GUEST
All the way from South Africa Surabhi brings you a special couple who are our guests of the week. Meet Rita and Udesh Sharma who keep the Indian culinary flag flying high with the Maharaja Restaurant in Johannesburg.

EPISODE 221

GOPALKRISHNA GANDHI
South Africa. A nation poised at a moment in history. A nation where Mahatma Gandhi spent half his life evolving the principles of satyagraha. All the way from South Africa Surabhi presents a meeting with the Indian High Commissioner and Gandhi scion, Gopalkrishna Gandhi.

NAREN PURAKAYASTHA
Naren Purakayastha, from Assam is an ordinary middle class man and a hero. Despite his handicap, his fierce determination to lead an ordinary but successful life makes his private heroism very exemplary. Surabhi salutes the man and his success.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Participate in the unique Sanjha festival of Madhya Pradesh. A day when young unmarried girls rejoice and delve into the past and dream about the future.

PATOLA SAREE, PATAN
The question dealt with the most beautiful garment that a woman can wear. And the answer takes you to Patan to find out how the exquisite Patola Saree is woven.

LOTTERY GUEST
The guests of the week are three bright youngsters whose antics add greater fragrance to Surabhi.

EPISODE 222

SUN CITY, SOUTH AFRICA
Surabhi takes you to the Sun City - a city in South Africa which has caught the imagination of the world. Sun City lives up to its name & is indeed a city with a difference.

THEATRE IN TRAIN, MUMBAI
Mr.Rajan and his unique theatre group give the message of peace, brotherhood and charity through their short plays to the commuters who travel in the suburban trains every week.

P.C. BARUA
The question on the renowned actor of Bengali films. Answer is P.C. Barua who played the role of an unrequited lover in the classical Bengali film, Devdas. A tribute to this fine actor & his era of black & white films.

LOTTERY GUEST
Meet the wonder kid Aditya Narayan (son of the play back singer Udit Narayan) who is making waves in our music industry.

EPISODE 223

DUMAZULU VILLAGE
Surabhi takes you to Dumazulu Village - a tribal village in South Africa where culture exists in its original form. A village where people still continue with their age old ways of life.

GOND VILLAGES
Visit the villages of one of India's most populous tribes - Gond. Gond villages speak volumes about cultural roots.

UZBEKI VILLAGE
Villages in Uzbekistan unlike our villages have a small town flavour. A glimpse of the peaceful & quiet life of Uzbeki village where every one knows everyone else.

KELUCHARAN MOHAPATRA
The answer is one of India's most venerated dancers - Kelucharan Mohapatra. A tribute to this Odissi Maestro & his work.

LOTTERY GUEST
A smile! Some laughter. An apt description of our guests this week. Welcome two sprightly youngsters as Surabhi's special guests.

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SUNDERBANS DELTA
A unique ecological centre, the Sunderbans Delta in West Bengal is home to an amazing ecological diversity. Famous for some of Asia's richest mangroves and infamous for it's man-eating tigers, the Delta is a prime example of human apathy towards our environment.

GANESH UTSAV, INDORE
Indians need no excuse to celebrate. But festivals are also special occasions for feasting and rejoicing. Surabhi brings special glimpses of the Ganesh Utsav celebrations of Indore. An occasion for people of all religions to rejoice.

OSTRICH OR SHUTTURMURG
The answer is Ostrich or Shutturmurg - a large swift running African bird.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guests of the week are three children whose effusive presence adds a special dimension to our show.

EPISODE 225

THERVADA BUDDHISM
Exotic Thailand. A curious mix of tradition and modernity. Thervada Buddhism, the country's main religion has an all pervading influence on the country's culture, lifestyle and people. Surabhi brings a special glimpse of its hues and shades.

STATUS OF RELIGION IN INDIA
Is Religion the opium of the masses? Or is it the ticket to salvation? The Oracles of Kerala are inheritors of an age-old tradition, whereas the Rationalists, are torchbearers of reform and change. A debate on the status of religion in India today.

ADOOR GOPALAKRISHNAN
The answer to the question asked two weeks ago is all the way from Kerala. And directly with out much ado, the answer is renowned director Adoor Gopalakrishnan.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our guests always liven up Surabhi and our studios. And if they happen to be children then the proceedings are naturally exuberant. Our special guests of the week are two vibrant and chirpy children.

EPISODE 226

SATYAPRAGYAN MISHRA
India - Birth place of chess and home of International Grandmaster Vishwanathan Anand. Following his footsteps is a young chess prodigy from Orissa - Satyapragyan Mishra. The twelve-year-old whizkid has 21 National sub-junior titles under his belt. Surabhi discovers the secret behind the success of this amazing lad.

MOHAN AGASHE
A million roses bloom with a single caring touch. Mohan Agashe - psychiatrist, actor, theatre personality. A multifaceted personality is a pioneer in theatre, especially children's theatre. Surabhi presents an insight into the man, his life and passion for theatre.

SACRED GROVES
Have you ever wondered why for generations our ancestors have had vast expanses of forests? Or was it a means to just worship their forest Gods? Or did they know about conservation? Know more about these Sacred Groves of our ancestors in this interesting section of Surabhi.

LOTTERY GUEST
Talent - a gift of nature and nurture. Our young guest of the week although just thirteen years old possesses a voice and skill that leaves the listeners spellbound. Meet Sunidhi Chauhan the girl with a golden voice.

EPISODE 227

MABULA GAME RESERVE
South Africa. Home of the wild and the untamed. The full-blooded and passionate country envelops within itself some of the world's rarest and most ferocious animals. Surabhi visits the Mabula Game Reserve in South Africa to explore its natural treasure trove and comes up with surprises galore.

WOMEN WEAVERS OF NARSAPUR, ANDHRA PRADESH
Forgotten in the dusty alleys and bylanes of Narsapur in Andhra Pradesh are a group of talented women whose intricate weaves are the toast of the fashion world. Surabhi's Sameeksha on the plight of these women evoked a varied response all over the country. Some suggestions, some questions, some answers the deluge left as spellbound.

ICE HOCKEY
The game played on ice in far away Kazakstan is a long lost cousin of India's National game Hockey. Play it on icefreezing environs and it is called Ice Hockey.

LOTTERY GUEST
The passage of time may dull the fervour but the intensity still remains. A striking example of this is the relationship between Music and Surabhi. And picking up a thread in this regard we feature sitar player Christian Catherine. A guitarist by profession Christian's love of Indian music drew him to India. A meeting with a man with a passion for music.

EPISODE 228

NEELAM PLATFORM, MUMBAI
Amidst the ocean meet a group of Indians searching for the natural resources and energy that runs the world today. Surabhi visits Neelam Platform in Mumbai Offshore where the people behind ONGC make sure that India receives it's daily dose of energy.

ISPAT (REDHOT STEEL), KAZAKSTAN
Far away in freezing Kazakstan in conditions of extreme hardship a group of Indians are busy extracting `Redhot Steel' or `Ispat'. Surabhi ventured to Timertau near the Siberian border to brings a glimpse of hard work and a will to succeed against the odds.

CHINESE PEOPLE
The answer to the question asked two weeks ago is both sweet and miles away. Yes. China or Chinese or Chini are the people we referred to in our question.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our guest of the week are men who, away from home and hearth, help fulfill the nation's natural energy needs. Surabhi features five such men from ONGC's Neelam Platform.

EPISODE 229

KOODIYATAM
Music, movement and rhythm. Koodiyatam the dance drama of Kerala continues very much the way it has for centuries. Surabhi explores the dance form and its struggle for survival in modern times.

BEAUTY PAGEANTS
Surabhi takes a look at the business of beauty and wonders why the world's attention is drawn time and time again to beauty. The Miss World pageant held in Bangalore drew bouquets as well as brickbats. Pageants, Beauties, Beasts..... Surabhi shows you all.

SILVER WHITE METAL
With silver trinkets on her toes. She shall make music wherever she goes. And how will you judge the genuine silver article. Simple. The piece with the white mark - and that's what our story is all about.

LOTTERY GUEST
Our special guest of the week is a man whose mastery over the Pakhawaj is spellbinding. Meet Balkrishna Vaidya - a percussionist par excellence.

EPISODE 230

NEHA AND ANILA, DANCERS
Neha from India and Anila from Kazakstan separated by miles are bound together by the same passion - their mutual love for dance. Surabhi brings, tinkling glimpses from India and Kazakstan.

ELDERS
Our elders : Do we really care for them or not? Surabhi's sameeksha on elders drew varied responses. Some worried, some angry and others helpful.

GOLDEN JUBILEE - IPTA
IPTA - Indian People's Theatre Association - the torchbearers of a theatre movement in India. Surabhi explores the relevance of the organisation in it's fiftieth year.

INTERNET
The answer to last week's question is interrelated to a computer network. The internet. A revolutionary discovery difficult to understand but that opens new vistas of communication.

LOTTERY GUEST
From Australia with love. All the way from Australia Surabhi brings you an artist whose graphic abilities leave most animated. Surabhi's special guest of the week is a computer graphic expert Linda Wallace.

EPISODE 231

AMINABIBI, WEST BENGAL
Surabhi features the master craftswoman Aminabibi of West Bengal whose dedication for the `Kantha Art' has won her laurels not only in India but also abroad.

CHEETAHLAND, SOUTH AFRICA
Visit `Cheetahland' - an unbelievable place in South Africa where `Cheetah' the wildest and the fastest animal on land is tamed.

MYSORE PALACE, KARNATAKA
The answer is `Mysore Palace' in Karnataka. Famous for its annual Dussehra festival which is a `Royal Affair' and still celebrated with the same old traditions and enthusiasm.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Surabhi features the unusual collection of currencies of Deepak Sant, the whistling lady Alka Jehangirdar and Mukesh Lodaya, a mouthorgan player with a difference.

EPISODE 232

BETHLEHEM
Bethlehem - the holy city near Israel where Christ was born nearly 2000 years ago. Surabhi takes you to this sacred place where every Christian would wish to be on Christmas Eve.

AMOL PALEKAR
A journey down memory lane with Amol Palekar the well known actor-director who redefined the image of a hero in our film industry.

GLASS MAKING, AHMEDABAD
The answer is glass. An unusual story of glass making from Ahmedabad where some old techniques of glass manufacturing are still practised.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Surabhi features Bhagwandas Kharote of Nasik who specialises in the art of making miniature idols of Ganesha with Gold.

EPISODE 233

JANGI PALTAN
`Jangi - Paltan' - one of the oldest and highly decorated Battalions of the Indian Army has its glorious past. Surabhi on the eve of 47th Republic Day features this battalion which played a major role in the Independence War of Bangladesh.

DISTRICT 6 - A MUSEUM, CAPE TOWN
District - 6 - A museum of Cape Town, South Africa, which tells the moving story of its people and their struggle to regain their lost homes.

ACCLAIM FOR INDIAN FILM MAKERS IN AUSTRALIA
Surabhi features some of the promising Indian filmmakers who are getting acclaimed in the Australian film Industry for their work.

MUTT OR MONASTERY
The answer is Mutt or Monastery. The serene atmosphere of these monasteries, take you to a different world.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Surabhi features an inspiring story of Sunderam Ishwaram of Madurai who despite his shortcomings has attained new heights of success. Also meet the tallest couple in India - the Kulkarnis of Pune.

EPISODE 234

DAAL BATI CHOORMA, RAJASTHAN
Daal Bati Choorma - a speciality of Rajasthan is equally popular among rich & poor for its unique flavour. Surabhi brings you this mouth-watering delicacy from the land of deserts.

RELIGION AND SUPERSTITION
Does the rationalistic approach helps one understand religion & its values? Viewers of Surabhi participate in our Sameeksha on `Religion & Superstition' to answer some of these questions.

NANDAN KANAN, ORISSA
Nandan Kanan wild life sanctuary in Orissa, which also has India?s largest lion safari, spread over 20 hectares.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Surabhi features Dr.Gunwant Oswal of Pune whose homeopathic medicine for mentally retarded patients has shown fascinating results. Also meet `Hasya Kavi' Prem Kishore Patakha of Aligarh.

EPISODE 235

TRIBAL LIFE OF BIHAR
A glimpse of the tribal life of Bihar in Central India. A place where beauty still exists in its natural form.

CONCEPTS OF BEAUTY
Surabhi Sameeksha drew varied response from its viewers to prove that `Beauty' is something every one is concerned about. The debate unfolds various aspects of `Beauty'.

ANTIQUE
The answer defines what an antique is and also its connection with beauty.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Nature has provided us with miraculous herbs. Surabhi features Mr. Ved Prakash Goel of Dehradun who has explored nature to make Ayurvedic medicine from natural herbs for `Asthma'.

EPISODE 236

BIRD TRAINING, BERKUT & GOLDEN EAGLE
Surabhi takes you to Kazakstan to witness an unusual tale of bird training - Berkut or Golden eagle training. The training demands a perfect blend of love, affection and patience.

DUBBING ARTISTS
A new breed of artistes - the dubbing artistes, has evolved in the Film and Television World. An insight into this world where nothing matters but voice.

DIAMOND
A story of Premiere Diamond mines, South Africa.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Surabhi features Captain Himanshu Pushkarna who performed a rare feat of flying solo in his single engine Cessna Aircraft from U.S.A. to India. Also meet Mangal Kothari of Pondicherry whose `Greet Well Cards' help people greet others.

EPISODE 237

BENE ISRAELIS
Bene Israel Indian Jews, even today speak fluent Marathi in Israel. Surabhi features an emotional story of Indian Jews who lived in Maharashtra for several decades before migrating to Israel.

SURAT - DIAMOND WORKERS
Surabhi takes you to Surat - a city in Gujarat where one can find the world's finest diamond workers. A tale of skilled hands and precious stones.

WONDERS OF THE WORLD
A look at the seven wonders of the world that have been different in different ages - but always awe-inspiring.

VIEWERS GALLERY
A glimpse of the fascinating collection of Arjun Yadav's drift wood art. Also meet S. Subramanyam of Tamil Nadu who has made the world's smallest nose ring.

EPISODE 238

SAMBHALPURI HARVEST DANCE
Surabhi brings you Orissa's Sambhalpuri Harvest Dance. A Dance performed during the Harvest festival in the villages of Orissa that reflects the festive colours of India.

POP STAR YUONNE CHAKA CHAKA, SOUTH AFRICA
A glimpse into the life of South African Pop Star Yvonne Chaka Chaka whose success speaks volumes about the changes that have taken place in South Africa. Her chart-bursting songs have not only catapulted her to fame but also gave the luxuries of life.

WORLD OF ASTRONOMY
Our answer story takes viewers to the world of astronomy and reveals how Craters are formed.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Surabhi features the world famous Paul Taylor Dance Company which recently performed in India to commemorate 50 Glorious years of Independence. Also meet Mukesh Jain of Cochin who has mastered the art of playing musical instruments while riding his two wheelers.

EPISODE 239

PONK, GUJARAT
Surabhi takes you on a unique ponk picnic to Gujarat. Come join us to taste some of the exclusive Gujarati dishes and sweets.

FUSION COOKING, MANGALORE
Fusion - cooking is the theme of Mangalore food festival. Surabhi features this unique experiment attempted by the Sarosh Institute of Mangalore.

FRENCH CUISINE
Surabhi brings flavours of French cuisine specially for its viewers. A first hand look at the preparation of a three course meal ? soup, main course and dessert.

SAMANTAR KOSH
An answer story that introduces our viewers to Samantar Kosh - India's first Hindi Thesaurus.

VIEWERS GALLERY
Meet Mahesh Poddar of Kolhapur - Rangoli artist par excellence, who has drawn 22ft. long & 10 ft. wide court scene of Maratha King Shivaji. Also a session of viewers' letters and gifts with our charming hostess Irawati Harshe.