Jaddu Utsav in Thane: It’s a magical world
Updated On Dec 16, 2017 03:08 PM IST
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Magician Anil Kumar performs tricks at Jaddu Utsav, held on December 15 at Kashinath Ghanekar Auditorium, Thane. Around 250 magicians from across the country as well as overseas took part in the convention. (Pratik Chorge/HT PHOTO)
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A magician performs tricks at the festival. At the one-day congregation, magicians discussed issues affecting them and campaigned for their performance to be recognised as an art. (Pratik Chorge/HT PHOTO)
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Magicians not only performed tricks but also discussed what could be done for the welfare of those active in the profession. (Pratik Chorge/HT PHOTO)
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The event was colourful, with its moments of surprises and thrills. (Pratik Chorge/HT PHOTO)
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There were public performances by around 30 magicians. (Pratik Chorge/HT PHOTO)
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International magician from Tunisia Rafik Zitouni performed at the festival. He and some of the other well-known magicians also judged a magic show. (Pratik Chorge/HT PHOTO)
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A free medical check-up was held for magicians who attended the convention, which was organised by the Association of Illusionists and Magicians (AIM). (Pratik Chorge/HT PHOTO)
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