Colors Tamil, Viacom 18’s Tamil Entertainment channel, saw the conclusion of its talent reality show, Vellum Thiramai on Sunday, 30th October. Drona Academy lifted the golden trophy with a cash prize of ₹2,50,000 while JDC and Yova Yoga Academy also had their moment of pride as the 1st and 2nd runners up of the show with a cash prize of ₹1,25,000 and ₹75,000 respectively.
Showcasing a glass and bottle Mallarkambam act, with everyone at the edge of their seats, Drona Academy mesmerized the audiences whilst also leaving them speechless. Meanwhile JDC, the popular dance crew won the hearts of the audiences with their elegant dance moves and the Yova Yoga Academy dazzled viewers with ladder yoga, making the grand finale worth the watch.
The winning crew, Drona Academy said, “We are thrilled to emerge as title winners of the first season of Vellum Thiramai on Colors Tamil. The platform has truly helped us learn and refine our nuances of Mallarkambam. We feel blessed to have shared the stage alongside some of the finest performers the industry has seen and we are also grateful for the channel for supporting us and bringing us to the limelight, where everyone is appreciative of our talents. With the coveted title, we are certain that this recognition will present us with more opportunities that will lead us to the paths of success.”
The show, produced by Wave media productions, with creative director-Dhakshna Moorthy, started in June had come down to five finalists in the end. The grandeur of the stage, diverse contestants with varied skill sets, brilliant judges, and zealous hosts, is what led to the success of the show among Tamil audiences.