‘Rafi-Kishore Nite 2011’ – the musical cum entertainment event organised by Kozhikode District Association, Kuwait has become an unforgettable event that will be etched on the memories of all who attended the one of its kind programme held in Kuwait. The event that lasted for more than 5 hours was held in connection with the social welfare programme ‘Karunyam’ launched by the Association recently.

Thousands thronged into the Central School Open Auditorium, Abbasiya on 8th November 2011 to hear Kuwaiti singer Mubarak Al Rashid singing from his heart. The moment Mr. Mubarak Al Rashid began to sing the famous duet song ‘Khurbani’ with Pakistani singer Jameel the crowd went into a delirious mood that continued till the end of the event. Mubarak Al Rashid appeared again and again on the stage with hit songs of Kishore Kumar greeted by
thunderous applause from the crowd. By the extraordinary performance he stole the heart of the viewers and made them his fans.

Rafi Kozhikode popularly known as Junior Rafi sang the hit songs of legend Late Mohammed Rafi and the audience had the rare opportunity to hear songs of two legends sung side by side by two excellent singers. Jameel, famous Pakistani singer added spice with his melodious Arabic and Hindi songs.

TV artists from Kozhikode Vinod Kovoor and Devaraj had a great day with the crowd with their classic numbers that evoked unstoppable laughs. Their immaculate performance will remain in memory for a long time.

Reputed singers Rebecca, Idea Star fame Neelima and Anzar added a different flavour to the musical programme. Excellent dance performances including a kawali added variety to the whole event.

The event was attended by many distinguished personalities from different walks of life in Kuwait. Siddique Valiyakath, Sam Pynummoodu, A.M.Hassan, Sageer Thrikkarippur, Sharafudheen Kanneth, S.A.Labba, G.Koyikkaleth, Rajesh Sagar, Chacko Georgekutty, Abdul Fatah Thayyil, Samkutty Thomas, Nixon George, Salam Valancherry, Chessil Ramapuram, Kunhahammad Perambra, Dr. Baiju, Regi Bhaskar, Vinod Nair, Girish Ottappalam, Sathar

Kunnil, Muneer.N.A, Dr. Mustafa.C.P, Sadiq.K, Jaison Joseph, Anil Keloth, Hamsa Payyannur, Iqbal Kuttamangalam were amongst the prominent personalities who attended the function.

The artists were presented with mementos and gifts by guests, sponsors and office bearers of the Association. Prizes to raffle coupon winners were also distributed on the occasion.

Association President Rajagopalan Edavalath presided over the inaugural function of Rafi Kishore Nite 2011. Shabeer Mandoly, Patron of the Association inaugurated the event. General Convenor Mr. Anas Puthiyottil welcomed the gathering. Rishi Jacob, General Secretary spoke on the social welfare scheme ‘Karunyam’. Santhakumar Manathanath, Treasurer expressed vote of thanks.

Altogether the Rafi Kishore Nite 2011 was a different and unforgettable experience to all. Kozhikode District Association Kuwait thanked all those who helped to make Rafi-Kishore Nite 2011 a grand success.