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St. Francis Xavier Parish, Duler Celebrates a Vibrant Day 1 of Christmas Fiesta

Tanisha Cardozo

Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral

The Parish of St. Francis Xavier, Duler witnessed a vibrant and faith-filled beginning to its two-day Christmas Fiesta with the successful completion of Day 1 celebrations on January 3 at the St. Anthony School Grounds. Organised to encourage local talent while celebrating faith, relationships and culture, the event drew an enthusiastic response from parishioners and visitors alike.

The festive grounds came alive with food stalls, face painting counters, activity zones and various stalls, creating a warm and welcoming environment for families and children. The atmosphere reflected the true spirit of Christmas, marked by togetherness, joy and community participation.

Adding to the celebrations, parishioners took to the side stage to showcase their talents through soulful singing, expressive poetry recitations and energetic group dance performances. These presentations highlighted the creativity, confidence and cultural richness within the parish and were warmly appreciated by the audience.

From 6.30 pm onwards, the screening of the Konkani movie Mog Asum, by the makers of Nachoiam Kumpasar, added cultural depth to the evening and was well received by the gathering.

Addressing the audience, Chief Guest Joshua D’Souza, Deputy Speaker of the Goa Legislative Assembly and MLA of the Mapusa Constituency, described the event as a lively experience that enables people to connect with one another. He noted that such celebrations play an important role in fostering community bonding.

Day 1 of the Christmas Fiesta was graced by the presence of Chief Guest Joshua D’Souza, Guest of Honour Marwin Gomes, Chief Architect of the Public Works Department, Goa, Rev. Fr. Joaquim Fernandes, SVD, Episcopal Vicar (Religious) of the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman, and Wilson D’Souza, DySP and SDPO, Mapusa. The parish also expressed its appreciation for the presence of Bro. Edmund Peter Lemos, Chairperson of St. Anthony’s Institute, and Cyril Fernandes, President of the Catholic Association of Goa.

The Parish of St. Francis Xavier, Duler has invited everyone to be part of Day 2 of the Christmas Fiesta on January 4, featuring the tiatr ‘Don Dis Sonvsarantle’ by Ulhas Tari, with festivities continuing from 5 pm onwards. The parish extended heartfelt gratitude to all voluntee

Films

“Mog Asum” Music Album Launch Celebrates Love, Laughter, and Life

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Panaji, May 21, 2025 — The Entertainment Society of Goa played host to a heartfelt and joyous celebration as the music album of the highly anticipated Goan film Mog Asum was officially launched. Produced by Flowing Mandovi Films in association with RS Creations, the film is a whimsical and touching exploration of the many roles love plays in our lives, set against the backdrop of everyday moments infused with an extraordinary twist.

The evening was graced by the presence of the film’s music composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Mukesh Ghatwal, who inaugurated the album launch as the chief guest. The event marked the album’s release across multiple music streaming platforms, giving audiences far and wide a chance to experience the soulful melodies crafted for this unique film.

Directed and produced by the talented duo Agnelo Angelo Braganza and Radheshyam Pipalwa, Mog Asum brings together an ensemble of gifted artists both in front of and behind the camera. The music composition was led by Myron Estibeiro, who shared insights into the painstaking yet rewarding process behind the film’s soundtrack. “It took us a good amount of three and a half years to work on this project and come up with this music, with a lot of iterations. It was a great learning experience,” Estibeiro remarked.

The music team features a vibrant collection of Goan artists including Herschel Mascarenhas, Boney Alex Dias, Aurvile Rodrigues, Venizia Dias, Verphina Dias, Shalisha Fernandes, and Nikhil Franco, whose combined efforts have created a melodious score that perfectly complements the film’s narrative.

Speaking at the occasion, Mukesh Ghatwal highlighted the universal power of music. “Music brings a smile on everyone’s face. And today, the launch of the music of this film is one of its kind and I’m sure it will bring joy to everyone’s life here. It’s nice to see Goan film and Goan music getting recognized all over,” he said.

Expressing gratitude, director Agnelo Angelo Braganza extended thanks to the entire music crew for their dedication and creativity, acknowledging their essential role in bringing Mog Asum’s musical soul to life.

Following the album launch, attendees were treated to an exclusive screening of the film, allowing them to immerse themselves fully in the story’s heartfelt charm and vibrant soundtrack.

Mog Asum stands as a proud testament to Goa’s flourishing film and music scene, promising audiences a cinematic experience filled with love, laughter, and the music that binds it all together.