Kalicharan Mas Claims 31st San Fernando Title Amidst Carnival Celebrations
Kalicharan Mas won the 31st San Fernando title, with major accolades also going to Trinidad All Stars and The Lost Tribe in their respective categories. The results from Downtown and Uptown display a range of creative performances, showcasing the dynamic nature of Carnival. Awards for colorful bands were also presented, celebrating the artistic contributions to Trinidad and Tobago’s cultural event.
Kalicharan Mas has achieved significant recognition by winning the 31st San Fernando title. In addition to this accolade, Trinidad All Stars, Ronnie & Caro, and The Lost Tribe also received top honors by claiming the Carnival large band titles in their respective districts: Downtown, Uptown, and San Fernando. The results were officially announced on March 7, with the Downtown and San Fernando results revealed at their city hall meetings.
The Uptown area saw The Lost Tribe celebrate a victory in the large band category with their fascinating portrayal, “Lost in Time,” earning 260 points. Trinidad All Stars secured the second position with 219 points for their presentation, “Sailors Ashore in Brazil.” In the medium-band category, K2k Alliance took first place with their performance, “Holy Trespasses,” followed by Ombre Mas and Image Nation.
In the small-band category, Vibez Rhythm Band claimed the top spot, while Exodus Sailore and Antourage Productions finished in the second and third positions, respectively. In San Fernando, Kalicharan Mas topped the leaderboard for the large band category. Fireworks Carnival received recognition as the runner-up, while Jagessar Costumes and Alvin Maynard and Friends won the medium and small-band categories, respectively.
In the Downtown carnival results, Machel Montano’s song “Pardy” led with the most plays, followed by Bunji Garlin’s “Carry It” and Yung Bredda’s “Greatest Bendover.” The large band category featured Trinidad All Stars and Ronnie & Caro sharing the spotlight with their creative compositions, while K2k Alliance and Kinetic Mas showcased remarkable performances in the medium band category. The small band section saw First Citizens Original Jab Jab and Tribal Connection Cultural Promotion rise to prominence.
The awards for the most colorful bands were also announced, with Paparazzi Carnival recognized for their large band entry, Kinetic Mas for medium, and Tribal Connection Cultural Promotions for small. Hott Stuff Promotions won in the mini band category.
Through dedication and creative expression, Kalicharan Mas and others are celebrated for their commitment to the vibrant Carnival culture in Trinidad and Tobago, highlighting both artistic achievement and community spirit.
In conclusion, Kalicharan Mas has been honored with the 31st San Fernando title, continuing a legacy of excellence within the Carnival events. The results across different categories showcased a blend of creativity and talent from various contributors, including The Lost Tribe, Trinidad All Stars, and K2k Alliance, all of whom highlighted the rich cultural tapestry of the festival. The recognition bestowed upon the most colorful bands further emphasizes the vibrancy of Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival tradition.
Original Source: newsday.co.tt
