Events in Chennai: February 16 - February 22

Events in Chennai: February 16 - February 22

At the movies
February 16 | SPI Cinemas

Directed by Neeraj Pandey, Aiyaary is an action thriller starring Manoj Bajpayee, Sidharth Malhotra and Rakul Preet Singh in the lead roles. The film is about an East Indian colonel, who has 36 hours to capture his former protégé — a rogue major who is out to bring down the government. Details: 4224-4224

Shopping spree
February 16 | KNK Road

Wild orchids are back with its second edition with a two-day exhibition. This time, there will be curated picks in different categories from apparel to chocolates. Pick from a limited edition of menswear from Original Madras, stoneware and pottery by city-based Earthy Allure, handmade chocolates from Bengaluru-based Chocolate Philosophy and saris from city-based Viba. At Buva House. Entry free. Details: 98842-73955

Whistle podu
February 17 | Adyar
‘Summer is Coming,’ a sports event organised by Sportwalk Huddle, is an effort aimed at building fan communities in a locality through meet-ups that bring people together under a single roof to talk, play and interact about the sport they love. This time, they will discuss the return of Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2018. At Backyard. Entry free. 3 pm. Details: 73584-58117

The joy of dancing
February 18 | Harrington Road

The third edition of Bonjour India will host French choreographer Eric Languet for his show titled Weight of Joy. The show is a dance project tackling the notion of handicap and social innovation. At Sir Mutha Venkatasubba Rao Concert Hall. Entry free. 7.30 pm. Details: 4356-1198

Historical imprints
February 19 | KNK Road

This Taj Mahal-inspired collection by Ankur and Priyanka Modi is titled Pishtaq. The line comprises flowing ensembles in fabrics like organza, velvet and silk. Intricate pearl work and zardozi embroidery add on as design elements. At Evoluzione.  INR 7,950 onwards. Entry free. Details: 2833-3627

Highway on a platter
February 20 | Teynampet

Roadside food gets a five-star touch at this South Indian Highway Delights festival at Spice Haat. Choose from dishes such as chicken 65,  auval payasam, Thalaserry biryani, kavana fry, Chettinad keema biryani, and more. At Hyatt Regency Chennai. Until February 25. Details: 6100-1608

Fresh off the farm
February 21 | Mylapore

Organic Shandy hosts an ‘Organic Farmers Market’ in the city. The one-day event will have organic products on offer such as fruits, vegetables, greens, cold pressed oils, cow milk, paneer, freshly crushed sugarcane juice, rice flour, grains, dals and spices. From 1 pm. Entry free. Details: 2499-1203 

Festive treat
February 22 | Guindy
As a part of their Chinese New Year celebrations, The Flying Elephant will have a special Chinese menu with authentic dishes such as Yee Sang salad, pan-fried Chinese dumplings, steamed fish Cantonese style, chilled snow fungus, and more. From 7 pm. Avg. cost for two: INR 3,500 (++). Details: 3092-5910

Bonjour Chennai
February 16 | Velachery

Phoenix MarketCity in association with Indo French Chamber of Commerce will host a three-day French market. The event will have traditional cuisine, creative gourmet, fashion and other authentic products from France. At The Courtyard. 4.30 pm. Entry free. Until February 18. Details: 6651-3007.

Musical treat
February 18 | Anna Nagar
The groups Let’s ReBuild Kanyakumari in association with Let’s Regreen Tamil Nadu present ‘Live with Drums Sivamani.’ The Chennai-based drummer will be accompanied by singer Benny Dayal and actress Aishwarya Rajesh. At SBOA. Entry: INR 500 and above. 5 pm. Details: 2615-1135

Mythological tale
February 17 | Chetpet

Cherry Pik Ventures in association with Kidz Connect Entertainment presents Natkhat Krishna, a play based on the childhood of Lord Krishna in Vrindavan with his friends. At Chinmaya Auditorium. 3 pm. Entry free. Details: 99520-00012

Creative arena
February 17 | ECR

DakshinaChitra in association with Inklink Charitable Trust presents the DAMFest.The two-day event will have a flea market, craft workshops, live food counters, a parkour workshop and more. Ends February 18. Entry free. 10 am. Details: 2747-2603

Summer to spring
February 17 | Royapettah

Valley of Flowers by Divya John is all about snow-capped mountains, lush meadows and a rich variety of flora.You can see this expressed through rich floral embroideries in nets, soft silks, raw silks, linen tussars and micro modals.  To keep it more nature-oriented, the colour palette is in pinks, oranges, blues, purples, whites and greens. At The Folly. INR 6,500 and above. Entry free. Details: 4599-1633

Culinary overload
February 16 | Velachery

International cuisines have found a home at The Culinary Quest 2018. Choose from brands like Copper Chimney, Mamagoto, Punjab Grill, Nandos and Jonah’s Bistro and Kobe sizzlers. At Phoenix MarketCity. 10 am. Until February 28. Details: 6651-3007

Chinese platter
February 16 | T Nagar

Craving for Chinese food? Head to Chin Chin at the Residency and choose from dishes like the vegetable dumpling chilli coriander, lamb oyster sauce and steamed sea bass. Like every year, this year’s specialities are spread across honey, pepper, water, chestnuts, and more. Until February 25. Noon. Details: 91766-88800

Hindustani offering
February 18 | Nungambakkam

Preludio, a music education and production outfit, offers an evening of semi-classical pieces with  Chennai-based vocalist  Asawari Waikar. She will be accompanied by Rajesh Dhavale on tabla and Nagpur-based vocalist Saurabh Dhamne on the harmonium. At Madras Dance Arts. 7 pm. Details: 98403-34903

Friday fun
February 16 | Mylapore

Hosted by Bay 146, this week’s MainStage Fridays will feature One Girl Shy. Chennai-based singer-songwriter Akhilesh Kumar is the brainchild behind the act. 9 pm. Entry free. Details: 97109-76876
 

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