Days of jumbo entertainment
501 NJ Ravi Chander Once upon a time, hordes of street performers descended on the streets of Bengaluru to ply their craft. These included tightrope walkers, snake charmers, small-time magicians and stunt performers. Their antics kept us enthralled and entertained. We also enjoyed pony and camel rides, watching cinema slides on the roadside and going in circles on the merry-go-round — all for a steal. Even without the television, smartphone or the Internet, there never was a dull moment. Men in the garb of tigers, lions, monkeys and other wild animals drew crowds when they performed on the ...