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Shortlisted | Evam Entertainment | 2003

Sunill Evam Karthik | Chennai | Media/ Entertainment
Nominated on Oct 20 2008 12:26AM | by Bhargav Ramakrishnan

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Q.	Why did you start this business?� - Basically, what was the�difference that your startup set out to make in your customer's life/�business?
A.	“They said that the tiger was going to be extinct, the world was going�to become warmer, and theatre was dying - we decide to change at least�one of the things. We refused to believe 'live' storytelling as a� mode of entertainment and passing on culture could ever go out of�fashion. We are in the business of telling stories which we use to�make people understand a simple message of feeling good about one's�self and understanding life, laughter and happiness.” “They said that the tiger was going to be extinct, the world was going�to become warmer, and theatre was dying - we decide to change at least�one of the things. We refused to believe 'live' storytelling as a� mode of entertainment and passing on culture could ever go out of�fashion. We are in the business of telling stories which we use to�make people understand a simple message of feeling good about one's�self and understanding life, laughter and happiness.” < Back

Q.	What customer pain area has your startup solved? What were your�customers doing to solve the problem before you launched your product/�service?
A.	“Good, clean, wholesome 'live' entertainment delivered by a brand was virtually non-existent. With live arts, it's very important to have a�dialogue between the act and the audience,in fact, this is what�differentiates it from cinema. This culture was rapidly vanishing from�the performance arts. Evam has created this dialogue, especially with�a younger target audience, previously less exposed to 'live'�entertainment and far more exposed to cinema.” “Good, clean, wholesome 'live' entertainment delivered by a brand was virtually non-existent. With live arts, it's very important to have a�dialogue between the act and the audience,in fact, this is what�differentiates it from cinema. This culture was rapidly vanishing from�the performance arts. Evam has created this dialogue, especially with�a younger target audience, previously less exposed to 'live'�entertainment and far more exposed to cinema.” < Back

Q.	What are your customers doing now with your product/ service? How�much better/ faster/ cheaper is their customer experience?
A.	“Our customers consume our stories through live public shows on stage,�Human Resource workshops with business agendas, students' forums which�use the theatre method to spark off dreams of entrepreneurship, and�during festivals. The audience always has alternatives for each of�these; so we compete with cinema, hangouts, other management consultants for HR workshops.� But evolving a combination of fun and�meaning in delivering entertainment is Evam's unique formula.” “Our customers consume our stories through live public shows on stage,�Human Resource workshops with business agendas, students' forums which�use the theatre method to spark off dreams of entrepreneurship, and�during festivals. The audience always has alternatives for each of�these; so we compete with cinema, hangouts, other management consultants for HR workshops.� But evolving a combination of fun and�meaning in delivering entertainment is Evam's unique formula.” < Back

Q.	What change have you made in the industry/ sector you are operating�in with your product/ service?
A.	“We have made the sector and the industry come into professional�reckoning, while making it profitable. We also feel we have activated�the market and created a whole new audience for theatre and 'live' storytelling. This has led to other professionally managed theatre�groups taking our lead and starting their own operations. So you can�say we have created an industry. Currently, we are in the process of�rolling out this model nationally.” “We have made the sector and the industry come into professional�reckoning, while making it profitable. We also feel we have activated�the market and created a whole new audience for theatre and 'live' storytelling. This has led to other professionally managed theatre�groups taking our lead and starting their own operations. So you can�say we have created an industry. Currently, we are in the process of�rolling out this model nationally.” < Back

Q.	What has your business enabled? And how quickly have you been able to gain traction?
A.	“"We have enabled optimism amongst people that anything can be done, we can fight�against the tide and still win. The tiger can be saved and wars CAN be�stopped! Also, we are proud of the fact that theatre is competing with cinema as a mode of entertainment, delivering equal value without subsidies�or grants. Our business has also steadily and solidly gained traction and subsequently�loyal audiences, purely because of making products that connect with�people's lives meaningfully. Releasing our productions at regular�intervals has also created anticipation in the audience. Expanding the�story paradigm into workshops for corporates and mind energizers for students has further enhanced the range of our products."” “"We have enabled optimism amongst people that anything can be done, we can fight�against the tide and still win. The tiger can be saved and wars CAN be�stopped! Also, we are proud of the fact that theatre is competing with cinema as a mode of entertainment, delivering equal value without subsidies�or grants. Our business has also steadily and solidly gained traction and subsequently�loyal audiences, purely because of making products that connect with�people's lives meaningfully. Releasing our productions at regular�intervals has also created anticipation in the audience. Expanding the�story paradigm into workshops for corporates and mind energizers for students has further enhanced the range of our products."” < Back

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Hi guys... gr8 to see highly intellectual personality from completely different field have started a...> Read more..
Posted by Akhil Jain | Aug 22 2009 9:35PM

Hi guys... gr8 to see highly intellectual personality from completely different field have started and successfully running a theater. Congratulations and best wishes for future. < Back
Posted by Akhil Jain | Aug 22 2009 9:35PM

EVAM has a great brand recall. But just recall doesn't bring in money. Try some regional language st...> Read more..
Posted by Giri Guevara | Jul 13 2009 4:34PM

EVAM has a great brand recall. But just recall doesn't bring in money. Try some regional language stuff too. Try TAMIL+ ENGLISH or KANNADA + ENGLISH or HINDI + ENGLISH contemprorary plays. < Back
Posted by Giri Guevara | Jul 13 2009 4:34PM

Art is a passion .It has to come out sometime someday someway.Theatre is the best way of expressing ...> Read more..
Posted by prachitara | Apr 1 2009 7:18PM

Art is a passion .It has to come out sometime someday someway.Theatre is the best way of expressing emotions.u peaple r really lucky who could execute ur emotions infront of the world, which I am also looking for.Please guide me.( I have done somany plays few years back.) < Back
Posted by prachitara | Apr 1 2009 7:18PM

grt work yaar! admire u a lot!! all the best for new heights.... /viijji - an aspirant like you who...> Read more..
Posted by vijji | Mar 14 2009 3:44PM

grt work yaar! admire u a lot!! all the best for new heights.... /viijji - an aspirant like you who stuck in dozy IT < Back
Posted by vijji | Mar 14 2009 3:44PM

Evam rocks!!
Posted by prejita rajan | Feb 7 2009 7:19PM

Evam rocks!! < Back
Posted by prejita rajan | Feb 7 2009 7:19PM

I have recently had the opportunity to watch plays by Evam @Ranga Shankara, Bangalore. I've seen...> Read more..
Posted by Shveta Shastri | Jan 21 2009 12:40PM

I have recently had the opportunity to watch plays by Evam @Ranga Shankara, Bangalore. I've seen many plays in Ranga Shankara over the years but you guys were just fantabulous! Rock on people!You certainly have my vote! < Back
Posted by Shveta Shastri | Jan 21 2009 12:40PM

Hello: Your initiatives are impressive. I would love to contribute to the movement in Mumbai. Do let...> Read more..
Posted by Manoj S Jhangiani | Jan 19 2009 9:26AM

Hello: Your initiatives are impressive. I would love to contribute to the movement in Mumbai. Do let me know: ManojSJ: 989 210 8831: Manoj S Jhangiani Sr. Manager - Corporate Communications Crompton Greaves Ltd. Kanjur Marg (E) Mumbai - 400042. Ph : 022 67558781 Fax : 022 67558775 Cell : 989 210 8831 < Back
Posted by Manoj S Jhangiani | Jan 19 2009 9:26AM

I can say only one thing, when i was seeing all the ventures listed for hottest startups , very next...> Read more..
Posted by Nakul Aggarwal | Jan 18 2009 11:24PM

I can say only one thing, when i was seeing all the ventures listed for hottest startups , very next moment i saw myself reading the details. Something attracted me,,,,,, < Back
Posted by Nakul Aggarwal | Jan 18 2009 11:24PM

hi...gr8ness n goodwill...good luckk to u all..i m frm bombay nd keen interesed n hold passion in th...> Read more..
Posted by taher | Jan 14 2009 4:27PM

hi...gr8ness n goodwill...good luckk to u all..i m frm bombay nd keen interesed n hold passion in theatre & performin arts..is there anythng i can do it for u from here in bombay..? taher 9892409318 < Back
Posted by taher | Jan 14 2009 4:27PM

nice concept!!!u ppl are very different n i suppose u deserve our votes.... best wishes n have a ha...> Read more..
Posted by Jyoti Sharma | Jan 9 2009 1:10PM

nice concept!!!u ppl are very different n i suppose u deserve our votes.... best wishes n have a happy new year!!!!jst make ppl happy"happy factory". < Back
Posted by Jyoti Sharma | Jan 9 2009 1:10PM

You are on right track. Soon you guys would achieve new heights. Great work in field of Theatre. ...> Read more..
Posted by Subhash Gupta | Dec 23 2008 3:21PM

You are on right track. Soon you guys would achieve new heights. Great work in field of Theatre. Best of luck. < Back
Posted by Subhash Gupta | Dec 23 2008 3:21PM

EVAM simply rock !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I would say ur happy factory is functioning at a 100% Keep it up...> Read more..
Posted by manoj | Dec 23 2008 3:12PM

EVAM simply rock !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I would say ur happy factory is functioning at a 100% Keep it up guys < Back
Posted by manoj | Dec 23 2008 3:12PM

Evam is a group of energetic, creative youngsters who are proving to be a reckoning force in the ent...> Read more..
Posted by Anil Kulkarni | Dec 22 2008 8:58AM

Evam is a group of energetic, creative youngsters who are proving to be a reckoning force in the entertainment industry. Kudos and all the best to them. < Back
Posted by Anil Kulkarni | Dec 22 2008 8:58AM

Amazing concept...Greatt work guys...So when are you coming to Patiala :)
Posted by Pulkit Jain | Dec 20 2008 10:34AM

Amazing concept...Greatt work guys...So when are you coming to Patiala :) < Back
Posted by Pulkit Jain | Dec 20 2008 10:34AM

its really a very gr8 start n EVAM makes me think i can be an entrepreneur even in the entertainment...> Read more..
Posted by archanaa hariharan | Dec 19 2008 8:44PM

its really a very gr8 start n EVAM makes me think i can be an entrepreneur even in the entertainment feild which i never tot of b4!! thats really cool n ALL THE BEST EVAM!!! < Back
Posted by archanaa hariharan | Dec 19 2008 8:44PM

Congrats Evam!!!! keep up the spirit.... all the best
Posted by Ashok Nallappan | Dec 19 2008 8:06PM

Congrats Evam!!!! keep up the spirit.... all the best < Back
Posted by Ashok Nallappan | Dec 19 2008 8:06PM

i 'm a student of ethiraj college....i dnt knw much abt evam....but then i was very much impressed b...> Read more..
Posted by janani | Dec 19 2008 7:20PM

i 'm a student of ethiraj college....i dnt knw much abt evam....but then i was very much impressed by karthick's speech 2day in ma coll audi....so i like to vote 4 this enterprises..:))) < Back
Posted by janani | Dec 19 2008 7:20PM

Good Show "EVAM"! All the best
Posted by Akash Jha | Dec 19 2008 2:31PM

Good Show "EVAM"! All the best < Back
Posted by Akash Jha | Dec 19 2008 2:31PM

Voting to "StarAgri Warehousing and Collateral Management Limited"
Posted by Ashok Jayaswal | Dec 19 2008 1:42PM

Voting to "StarAgri Warehousing and Collateral Management Limited" < Back
Posted by Ashok Jayaswal | Dec 19 2008 1:42PM

Making a country like India realize the importance of such subtle arts; in the "business way" . Grea...> Read more..
Posted by sahiba | Dec 19 2008 10:33AM

Making a country like India realize the importance of such subtle arts; in the "business way" . Great idea to generate an appreciation among the masses and create more upcoming carrers in the same field.. < Back
Posted by sahiba | Dec 19 2008 10:33AM

Excellent progress on a novel business idea. I wish Evam all success in their endeavors and hope to ...> Read more..
Posted by Ram | Dec 19 2008 10:02AM

Excellent progress on a novel business idea. I wish Evam all success in their endeavors and hope to have them continue on 'The Happy Factory' < Back
Posted by Ram | Dec 19 2008 10:02AM

Great going.I vote for Elements Akademia as i feel starting from personal savings is the right way t...> Read more..
Posted by Vinay Vasisht | Dec 18 2008 3:56PM

Great going.I vote for Elements Akademia as i feel starting from personal savings is the right way to start....also with a bulging young population the opportunities for quality education are endless.. All the best guys!!! < Back
Posted by Vinay Vasisht | Dec 18 2008 3:56PM

The very fact that your shows are always house full and audience has more passion and excitement tha...> Read more..
Posted by Aditya Todi | Dec 18 2008 11:33AM

The very fact that your shows are always house full and audience has more passion and excitement than the player's themselves, shows how the team has evolved into a one stop theater production !!!! < Back
Posted by Aditya Todi | Dec 18 2008 11:33AM

hai, Me to wanna start venture like you....you people are the admirations for us and i request...> Read more..
Posted by sowmy | Dec 17 2008 8:18PM

hai, Me to wanna start venture like you....you people are the admirations for us and i request you people to be as our energy boosters .thats really a happy factory....all the best....happy newyear....rock..! < Back
Posted by sowmy | Dec 17 2008 8:18PM

rock it!
Posted by sunil | Dec 17 2008 2:02PM

rock it! < Back
Posted by sunil | Dec 17 2008 2:02PM

I've watched a few of their plays and they are fabulous....... and the way they have evolved over t...> Read more..
Posted by Bhagirath Gaonkar | Dec 17 2008 11:31AM

I've watched a few of their plays and they are fabulous....... and the way they have evolved over the last couple of years is just amazing... < Back
Posted by Bhagirath Gaonkar | Dec 17 2008 11:31AM

good 2 see chennai guys to start up,................ane i would like to join them
Posted by vincent arokkia raj | Dec 16 2008 9:05PM

good 2 see chennai guys to start up,................ane i would like to join them < Back
Posted by vincent arokkia raj | Dec 16 2008 9:05PM

its a good company
Posted by rajeshwari mahajan | Dec 16 2008 12:23PM

its a good company < Back
Posted by rajeshwari mahajan | Dec 16 2008 12:23PM

Hey Man, voting done.. duty of a prompt Evam fan!
Posted by sunil kumar | Dec 16 2008 8:11AM

Hey Man, voting done.. duty of a prompt Evam fan! < Back
Posted by sunil kumar | Dec 16 2008 8:11AM

you ppl just rock...very creative & innovative....all d best for your future & keep rocking:)
Posted by Deepika | Dec 15 2008 1:45PM

you ppl just rock...very creative & innovative....all d best for your future & keep rocking:) < Back
Posted by Deepika | Dec 15 2008 1:45PM

Very innovative....!! Wish u good luck...
Posted by Udayan Srivastava | Dec 15 2008 12:35PM

Very innovative....!! Wish u good luck... < Back
Posted by Udayan Srivastava | Dec 15 2008 12:35PM

Best Wishes
Posted by Ramalingam D | Dec 12 2008 11:35AM

Best Wishes < Back
Posted by Ramalingam D | Dec 12 2008 11:35AM

gr8 idea...go ahead....
Posted by Sanika | Dec 10 2008 12:27PM

gr8 idea...go ahead.... < Back
Posted by Sanika | Dec 10 2008 12:27PM

Go Evam! It's simple - they keep their customers happy by showing them hilarious plays. And make ...> Read more..
Posted by kpowerinfinity | Dec 9 2008 8:04PM

Go Evam! It's simple - they keep their customers happy by showing them hilarious plays. And make many at the same time. Can't get any better than that! < Back
Posted by kpowerinfinity | Dec 9 2008 8:04PM

I watched 'five point someone' organized by them. Honestly, they are doing a good job.
Posted by Nishith Gupta | Dec 9 2008 6:30PM

I watched 'five point someone' organized by them. Honestly, they are doing a good job. < Back
Posted by Nishith Gupta | Dec 9 2008 6:30PM

Great job! Impressed to know that yours is a profitable drama co. We are an amateur group in Delhi. ...> Read more..
Posted by Dramatech | Dec 9 2008 8:45AM

Great job! Impressed to know that yours is a profitable drama co. We are an amateur group in Delhi. Can you give us some tips on how to turn ours into a full time profitable group like yours? thanks. < Back
Posted by Dramatech | Dec 9 2008 8:45AM

In a world with increasing suicide bombing mind-set among the frustrated youth, fuelled by the older...> Read more..
Posted by M Jay | Dec 8 2008 9:05PM

In a world with increasing suicide bombing mind-set among the frustrated youth, fuelled by the older ideologues, EVAM provides a creative, positive outlet for the young minds. Very relevant, very urgent. < Back
Posted by M Jay | Dec 8 2008 9:05PM

go EVAM go! \m/
Posted by ajinkya | Dec 7 2008 2:59AM

go EVAM go! \m/ < Back
Posted by ajinkya | Dec 7 2008 2:59AM

Keep up the good work Sunill, Karthik !!
Posted by Manick Rajendran | Dec 5 2008 7:56PM

Keep up the good work Sunill, Karthik !! < Back
Posted by Manick Rajendran | Dec 5 2008 7:56PM

Very energetic and innovative....
Posted by Sanjay Madala | Dec 4 2008 12:51PM

Very energetic and innovative.... < Back
Posted by Sanjay Madala | Dec 4 2008 12:51PM

In these times of recession and gloom, India needs young entrepreneurs , YOUNG ceo's and INNOVATE , ...> Read more..
Posted by RAMA | Dec 4 2008 10:21AM

In these times of recession and gloom, India needs young entrepreneurs , YOUNG ceo's and INNOVATE , who care two hoots about convention , RUN down the risky path , create opportunities when none existed and PROVE their mettle and show their way. people who INSPIRE. and EVAM is just that and more.because SPIRIT IS RECESSION PROOF . < Back
Posted by RAMA | Dec 4 2008 10:21AM

Evam has mad a great difference to the theater scene in Chennai.
Posted by Himal Ruparel | Dec 3 2008 7:32PM

Evam has mad a great difference to the theater scene in Chennai. < Back
Posted by Himal Ruparel | Dec 3 2008 7:32PM

EVAM rocks!!!
Posted by Arun Singaraju | Dec 3 2008 6:49PM

EVAM rocks!!! < Back
Posted by Arun Singaraju | Dec 3 2008 6:49PM

EVAM ROCKS !!!
Posted by kailash kota | Dec 2 2008 5:52PM

EVAM ROCKS !!! < Back
Posted by kailash kota | Dec 2 2008 5:52PM

I went to one of the plays @ Rangashankara, Bangalore. was very impressed by the professionalism...> Read more..
Posted by Vasu Ramanujam | Dec 2 2008 12:26PM

I went to one of the plays @ Rangashankara, Bangalore. was very impressed by the professionalism/corporate style experience @ the entrance. Nice job folks. My vote is with you! Best, Vasu < Back
Posted by Vasu Ramanujam | Dec 2 2008 12:26PM

I have seen it growing and happy to see that its setting a benchmark for indian youth theatre
Posted by Lajiraj | Dec 1 2008 10:00PM

I have seen it growing and happy to see that its setting a benchmark for indian youth theatre < Back
Posted by Lajiraj | Dec 1 2008 10:00PM

I appreciate that you people done great job towards the stage shows.. i hope now days this will be ...> Read more..
Posted by boy idea | Dec 1 2008 12:14PM

I appreciate that you people done great job towards the stage shows.. i hope now days this will be good business..bcz my uncle is doing same since 6 years in hyderabad, but locally... u people doing at globally. all the best. < Back
Posted by boy idea | Dec 1 2008 12:14PM

Well done guys. Entrepreneurs like you make the difference to this world. All the very best for the ...> Read more..
Posted by Bhamidipati Kumar | Nov 27 2008 5:42PM

Well done guys. Entrepreneurs like you make the difference to this world. All the very best for the future < Back
Posted by Bhamidipati Kumar | Nov 27 2008 5:42PM

can I have your future projects
Posted by kandala laxmi murthy | Nov 13 2008 11:09AM

can I have your future projects < Back
Posted by kandala laxmi murthy | Nov 13 2008 11:09AM

All the best for the EVAM team
Posted by kandala laxmi murthy | Nov 13 2008 11:06AM

All the best for the EVAM team < Back
Posted by kandala laxmi murthy | Nov 13 2008 11:06AM

sir i want to know more details about your company and the vision of your company would please sen...> Read more..
Posted by m.vigneshwar | Nov 7 2008 11:48AM

sir i want to know more details about your company and the vision of your company would please send me the details and what are all the qulification that i want to join your concern < Back
Posted by m.vigneshwar | Nov 7 2008 11:48AM

They say 'variety is the spic of life' and thats what Evam does. The kind of daily theatre that Evam...> Read more..
Posted by Benz Thomas | Nov 4 2008 9:48PM

They say 'variety is the spic of life' and thats what Evam does. The kind of daily theatre that Evam has built is for the consumption of the normal man/woman and not just for the elite. By brining theatre to the masses they have popularized this form of art thus enabling a larger segment of people to enjoy it. < Back
Posted by Benz Thomas | Nov 4 2008 9:48PM

Evam makes every day exiting
Posted by Madhu Krishna | Nov 4 2008 8:13PM

Evam makes every day exiting < Back
Posted by Madhu Krishna | Nov 4 2008 8:13PM

sunil evam karthik are different breed of guys!! theatre was their passion and they made it a full ...> Read more..
Posted by dwarika prasad uniyal | Nov 4 2008 11:39AM

sunil evam karthik are different breed of guys!! theatre was their passion and they made it a full blown profession. they have really come a long way since their MICA and Sankalp days. what more they still inspire the art of theatre at campus and the legacy is still on!! we are proud of the guys who really dared to do different things and not get caught in the rat race. their financial numbers are just the surface of it. look at the goodwill and human numbers (patrons) they have been able to generate and you will get the feel of this phenomenon!! all the best EVAM :) dwari < Back
Posted by dwarika prasad uniyal | Nov 4 2008 11:39AM

My best wishes to EVAM!!
Posted by Shafali | Nov 4 2008 9:32AM

My best wishes to EVAM!! < Back
Posted by Shafali | Nov 4 2008 9:32AM

Serious FUN!!!
Posted by J B | Nov 4 2008 9:13AM

Serious FUN!!! < Back
Posted by J B | Nov 4 2008 9:13AM

The best theatre group in Chennai, cant think of another word other than Evam to describe the theatr...> Read more..
Posted by Deepti | Nov 3 2008 10:25PM

The best theatre group in Chennai, cant think of another word other than Evam to describe the theatre industry in South of India. < Back
Posted by Deepti | Nov 3 2008 10:25PM

Class apart..we really miss EVAM hving moved out of India . Good luck to u guys :-)
Posted by Nupur & Anshuman | Nov 3 2008 10:24PM

Class apart..we really miss EVAM hving moved out of India . Good luck to u guys :-) < Back
Posted by Nupur & Anshuman | Nov 3 2008 10:24PM

Dear experts, Our orientation towards Financial Discipline and its maintenance has only gotten be...> Read more..
Posted by Bhargav Ramakrishnan | Nov 3 2008 8:52PM

Dear experts, Our orientation towards Financial Discipline and its maintenance has only gotten better with experience(since there is no past precedence in this industry) in our 2008-09 period - with Revenues in the range of 1.3-1.5 Cr and an operating Profit in the range of Rs 30-50 Lacs. The business we believe is all the more Recession proof during this period of general Financial slowdowns what with our Niche-ness and Novelty of offering becoming a stronger draw for us in times of 'selective entertainment' seeking, and at the same time our Brand which stands for Optimism and Happiness helping tide through overall reluctance to spend on Entertainment - the Cinema may suffer, but evam hasn't and is not likely to. What with our National roll out happening and Scaling up happening from 3 - 14 cities in the year 2009-10 < Back
Posted by Bhargav Ramakrishnan | Nov 3 2008 8:52PM

Refreshing, entertaining and innovative
Posted by Ramesh | Nov 3 2008 4:11PM

Refreshing, entertaining and innovative < Back
Posted by Ramesh | Nov 3 2008 4:11PM

There doesnt seem to be anyone else like these guys.. Fun and Value. From my forgotten Sanskrit, i ...> Read more..
Posted by Ramesh | Nov 3 2008 10:44AM

There doesnt seem to be anyone else like these guys.. Fun and Value. From my forgotten Sanskrit, i wonder if Evam means Only (one). < Back
Posted by Ramesh | Nov 3 2008 10:44AM

There doesnt seem to be anyone else like these guys.. Fun and Value. From my forgotten Sanskrit, i ...> Read more..
Posted by Ramesh | Nov 3 2008 10:44AM

There doesnt seem to be anyone else like these guys.. Fun and Value. From my forgotten Sanskrit, i wonder if Evam means Only (one). < Back
Posted by Ramesh | Nov 3 2008 10:44AM

Evam JUST ROCKS!!!
Posted by Sundara | Nov 3 2008 9:12AM

Evam JUST ROCKS!!! < Back
Posted by Sundara | Nov 3 2008 9:12AM

brought back life into the chennai theatre scene
Posted by divya | Nov 2 2008 10:48PM

brought back life into the chennai theatre scene < Back
Posted by divya | Nov 2 2008 10:48PM

The most creative young talented group. Evam has got its way of communicating their thoughts in a fa...> Read more..
Posted by vivek T | Oct 29 2008 12:05PM

The most creative young talented group. Evam has got its way of communicating their thoughts in a fashion which makes others think how important communication is on ones life either in personal and professional one. By making them win in this contest we r supporting the cause that creativity and communication is also the way to get to heights.. < Back
Posted by vivek T | Oct 29 2008 12:05PM

The most creative young talented group. Evam has got its way of communicating their thoughts in a fa...> Read more..
Posted by Vivek | Oct 29 2008 11:42AM

I have been a fan of Evam, right from the early days. Have not missed a play till date :) Cant wa...> Read more..
Posted by Subbiah Ramalingam | Oct 29 2008 11:23AM

I have been a fan of Evam, right from the early days. Have not missed a play till date :) Cant wait for their movies to come out < Back
Posted by Subbiah Ramalingam | Oct 29 2008 11:23AM

This awesome team at Evam take the theatre experience to a different level all togetherl. I have bee...> Read more..
Posted by Dhanya Sivaprakasam | Oct 28 2008 12:24PM

This awesome team at Evam take the theatre experience to a different level all togetherl. I have been a regular theatregoer for past 6 years, but ever since i saw evam's play(the first one that i saw was odd couple), its become an addiction. The best part is the humor and the interactiveness with the audience. The crowd also feels that they were part of the play rather than just watching it. I look forward for their next show in the city, which is why i think these guys rock. The effort and the passion behind the each and every scene can be felt. Everyone comes to watch a play so that they can sit, laugh and go back home with a happy feeling.. Which is what these guys offer. < Back
Posted by Dhanya Sivaprakasam | Oct 28 2008 12:24PM

EVAM simply ROCKS.... its an instant pill for depression and boredom happiness guaranteed from t...> Read more..
Posted by Naushad Ali | Oct 25 2008 6:05PM

EVAM simply ROCKS.... its an instant pill for depression and boredom happiness guaranteed from the happy factory!!!! < Back
Posted by Naushad Ali | Oct 25 2008 6:05PM

Awesome this is.. way to go guys... nothing can beat passion in life.. I am sure you have set an exa...> Read more..
Posted by Pallavi Deshmukh | Oct 24 2008 3:34PM

Awesome this is.. way to go guys... nothing can beat passion in life.. I am sure you have set an example for all ppl reading this....moreover when work is passion.,..sky is not the limit!! All the Very Best...n Cheers Pallavi < Back
Posted by Pallavi Deshmukh | Oct 24 2008 3:34PM

EVAM deserves all the glory :) They are one theatre group, which has a great connect with audience. ...> Read more..
Posted by Sushma | Oct 23 2008 2:08PM

EVAM deserves all the glory :) They are one theatre group, which has a great connect with audience. U bet they are true stress busters :) < Back
Posted by Sushma | Oct 23 2008 2:08PM

These guys deserve to be called one of the HOTTEST STARTUPS in India. Just attend a show oftheirs an...> Read more..
Posted by Murali Krishna Kesapragada | Oct 23 2008 9:13AM

These guys deserve to be called one of the HOTTEST STARTUPS in India. Just attend a show oftheirs and then you will know why? Awesome group. < Back
Posted by Murali Krishna Kesapragada | Oct 23 2008 9:13AM

These guys had the GRIT, went through the GRIND & now there is no waiting for a well deserved GLORY!
Posted by Gaurav Thakur | Oct 22 2008 3:19PM

These guys had the GRIT, went through the GRIND & now there is no waiting for a well deserved GLORY! < Back
Posted by Gaurav Thakur | Oct 22 2008 3:19PM

Evam is Hot and Evam is cool at the same time. They can make you laugh, there actors are great, ther...> Read more..
Posted by Supreet Tare | Oct 22 2008 3:08PM

Evam is Hot and Evam is cool at the same time. They can make you laugh, there actors are great, there shows are cool. < Back
Posted by Supreet Tare | Oct 22 2008 3:08PM

Well I know EVAM just for few months before. I must say, They are extra ordinary. Often I feel despe...> Read more..
Posted by Senthil Kumar | Oct 22 2008 2:01PM

Well I know EVAM just for few months before. I must say, They are extra ordinary. Often I feel desperate if I miss any of their shows, I never seen these people idle, either they run a theatre fest or play around successfully. In a word Epitome for being strong, coz everyone knows where theatre is these daysin Entertainment quotient , but these people had guts yield fruits in it. So I wish them success and warm wishes for their 5th year and they will proceed with fame and entertainment!!!!! < Back
Posted by Senthil Kumar | Oct 22 2008 2:01PM

To all those who thought theatre would suffer with the onslaught of television and internet - watch ...> Read more..
Posted by Deepti Chaudhari | Oct 22 2008 11:28AM

To all those who thought theatre would suffer with the onslaught of television and internet - watch Evam. Refreshing, effective, efficient, light hearted and intelligent. All the best for MTV Youth Icon! < Back
Posted by Deepti Chaudhari | Oct 22 2008 11:28AM

This is an awesome team, and they bring out excellent plays across, and made new viewers to Theatre ...> Read more..
Posted by Ramaswamy N | Oct 22 2008 9:22AM

This is an awesome team, and they bring out excellent plays across, and made new viewers to Theatre like me .... < Back
Posted by Ramaswamy N | Oct 22 2008 9:22AM

no doubt no one like u.brilliiant.fantasticeexcellent.HISTORY
Posted by manju rao | Oct 21 2008 10:32PM

no doubt no one like u.brilliiant.fantasticeexcellent.HISTORY < Back
Posted by manju rao | Oct 21 2008 10:32PM

Wow iam really happy n proud to be known as one of the friends of Sunil Vishnu. i had known him from...> Read more..
Posted by Suku Thomas | Oct 21 2008 8:58PM

Wow iam really happy n proud to be known as one of the friends of Sunil Vishnu. i had known him from school days n right from that time he was number one in whatever he did...be it cultural competitions, studies,leadership or even sports he was everywhere n puts his heart into it. So its not a surprise that this group Evam is featured in this hottest start ups.......cheers team u will become the numero uno:-) All the best < Back
Posted by Suku Thomas | Oct 21 2008 8:58PM

wow! there is definitely no one like you guys! your major plus is the way u relate with ur audienc...> Read more..
Posted by vidya natarajan | Oct 21 2008 7:43AM

wow! there is definitely no one like you guys! your major plus is the way u relate with ur audience.....there is no where else in a theatre tht makes ppl. feel a part of it! kudos, looking for more new plays! < Back
Posted by vidya natarajan | Oct 21 2008 7:43AM

One Brilliant buncho ppl with Amazing energy levels :) Guts can some times get the worst outta yo...> Read more..
Posted by Srivatsan Rangan | Oct 20 2008 8:09PM

One Brilliant buncho ppl with Amazing energy levels :) Guts can some times get the worst outta you but most times would get the best out of u :) They are one bomb shell :) Great luck team EVAM :) < Back
Posted by Srivatsan Rangan | Oct 20 2008 8:09PM

This is an awsomeenergitic group of people who are creative ( and erratic). Happy Factory , yes they...> Read more..
Posted by Kiran Kattamuri | Oct 20 2008 4:49PM

This is an awsomeenergitic group of people who are creative ( and erratic). Happy Factory , yes they are they make thier best effort to make people laugh atleast for the period of thier play.. Keep it up guys, you have my ( OUR) support < Back
Posted by Kiran Kattamuri | Oct 20 2008 4:49PM

Business Basics

Company Name	Evam Entertainment
Founded in	2003
Headquartered in	Chennai
Company website/URL	www.evam.in
Industry	Media/ Entertainment
Stage of the company	Scaling up
Source of idea	Built hobby into a business

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“Evam Entertainment is an ambitious attempt....” > Read more..

"Evam Entertainment is an ambitious attempt to overlay a corporate structure on theatre, thus going one step beyond the "Natak-mandlis" that are still ubiquitous across the theatre hotspots in India - Mumbai, Kolkata etc.

However, there are some inevitable questions about the current and future prospects of the endeavour.

First, how scalable is the model? Let us see the numbers - founded 2003; revenues in FY 2006-07 in the Rs 11 to 50 lakhs range; profits in FY 2006-07 in the Rs 1 to 5 lakhs range. Not too impressive for a company founded in 2003.

Second, are the margins sufficient for what is likely to be a high risk/high returns business? Again, the numbers give the answer. Profit as a proportion of revenues -- anywhere between 2% to 45.454% in FY 2006-07; and in FY 2007-08 anywhere between 6% to 29.412%

I suggest that they might like to address the above issues so that they can fulfill their stated societal objectives with financial stability built in."

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“The innovative use of theatre as a medium for change in organizations....” > Read more..

"Evam is refreshing in every way. I like the fact that they have been through the grind and have reached a stage where they are making money. Whoever said 'theatre can't make money'? With the onslaught of television and computers, many predicted the death of the theatre. But in the success of Evam and groups like Ranga Shankara, we see that Indian audiences can be wooed back with new ideas, a passion for theatre and some refreshing performances. The founders seem to be a determined lot and have a good team going for them. They are at a stage where they need to scale up and would do well with some big partnerships, though they already have a few brand associations going. The innovative use of theatre as a medium for change in organizations excites me. This could be a big revenue earner if tapped the right way. End of the day, any business that can bring a smile on the faces of its audience in a world full of stress and still make reasonable money is good." < Back

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