Report: Feena Sharyl D’Souza

Pics: Ronald Fernandes

Bahrain, Nov 10: BelleVision Bahrain’s Annual Day is a moment to look back at the work done by the association during the year to celebrate what has been achieved to thank people who support the association and to recognize the hard work and support of the members. It is also a time to bring together families, children and friends in a friendly way.

The 16th Annual Day of BelleVision Bahrain was celebrated with lots of excitement on the evening of November 2026 at Olive Hotel, Juffair, Bahrain. Many members, children, supporters and guests came to the event. It was an evening full of happiness, fun and being together.

The event started at with a welcome and introduction by the host Ivan Dsouza, who greeted everyone and started the evening. Then the Executive Committee (EXCOM) members sang a Konkani prayer song asking for blessings for the association and its members.

The official part of the event began with a speech by Ivan Sequeria, president of BelleVision Bahrain. He welcomed everyone. Thanked the members and supporters for their help and for being part of the association.

As a way to celebrate and recognize the work done the EXCOM members stood together to cut a cake. The joy was shared with the guests as they received pieces of homemade cake.

The general secretary, Alfreeda Almeda gave a report on the work done by BelleVision Bahrain over the year. She talked about the activities, the achievements and the contributions made by the association. People who supported the association were given gifts as a thank you for their support and kindness.

The official part of the evening ended with a thank you speech by Rony Pinto, vice president. He thanked the EXCOM members, the supporters, the people who came the children and everyone who helped make the Annual Day a success.

The night continued with different kinds of entertainment, cultural shows, music, games and a raffle that kept people entertained all evening.

Rony Pinto, who was full of energy announced the raffle. The raffle was held in rounds and people waited with excitement for their numbers to be called. The raffle brought a lot of fun and anticipation to the evening.

One of the highlights of the night was a dance performance by children named Angela, Ivanka, Ronel, Warren, Ferell, Evanka and Eliana. The children danced with a lot of energy and confidence making the audience happy. The dance was arranged by Eunice D’Souza and the children were given gifts as a thank you. All the children under five years old were also given gifts as a sign of love and encouragement.

The audience enjoyed music from members of BelleVision Bahrain. Preetham Aranha, Warren Aranha, Nazline, Rony Fernandes and Reeva Pinto gave performances that made the night more lively and happy.

A special surprise performance by couples from BelleVision made the people excited. The couples Princy and Rony, Nirmala and Rony, Ronel and Angela and Feena and Vinith performed well. Their performance was an example of unity, talent and fun.

The cultural part of the event continued with group dance performances by members. The first group included Nikitha, Meloria, Joyston and Farell who danced with a lot of energy. Another group, with Alfreed, Arun, Nezline and Vinod also performed well. Both performances were very popular. Made the evening even more exciting.

The Annual Day had fun games and activities for both children and adults. There was a game for children where they had to draw a perfect tail on a cat while following instructions. The children had a lot of fun. Laughed a lot.

The ladies also played a game where they passed a cup using a straw, which tested their teamwork and coordination. Special games were also arranged for children and men making sure everyone had a chance to play and enjoy.

The association celebrated the birthdays and wedding anniversaries of its members who were born in November. The people who were celebrating had a cake-cutting moment, which made the event even more special. The group wished them well. Shared in their happiness.

One of the special moments of the night was a traditional Ghumta performance by Ashish Menezes, Vincent Marties and Ivan D’Souza. Their performance showed the Konkani culture and traditions. The people at the event were very happy with the performance. This activity added a cultural touch to the celebration and showed the association’s love for its traditions.

The fun continued with the game Follow the Leader, which brought people together in a way. The evening also had a line-up dance led by Fiona D’Souza encouraging people to join in and dance. The members danced with energy. Made the evening very lively.

The 16th Annual Day of BelleVision Bahrain was a celebration of friendship, talent and culture. The evening was full of performances, exciting games, music and moments of sharing and togetherness.

The event was successful because of the work of the executive committee, the active participation of members and children and the support of the association’s friends and sponsors. BelleVision Bahrain is very thankful to everyone who helped make the Annual Day a success.

The evening ended with a prayer, before the meal followed by the dinner announcement and a lively Baila dance. This made the night a happy and memorable ending.

The 16th Annual Day will always be remembered as a celebration of the BelleVision Bahrain family helping to keep the bonds of friendship strong and the Konkani culture alive.