Taj Connemara, Chennai Hosts Acclaimed Actor Parvathy Thiruvothu for the First Chennai Edition of Screen Expresso

Taj Connemara, Chennai, played host to an inspiring evening of conversation and cultural dialogue as it welcomed celebrated actor Parvathy Thiruvothu for the 15th edition of Screen Expresso, the acclaimed conversation series by The Indian Express. Marking the platform's first-ever event in Chennai, the evening, held on June 30, saw Parvathy engage in a candid conversation on cinema, gender equality and carving an authentic path in the industry before a packed audience.

Event Overview
- Occasion: 15th edition of Screen Expresso by The Indian Express
- Date: June 30, 2026
- Venue: Taj Connemara, Chennai
- Guest of Honour: Acclaimed actor Parvathy Thiruvothu
- Moderator: Pooja Pillai, Senior Assistant Editor, The Indian Express
- Partners: AU Small Finance Bank (presenting), Taj Hotels (hospitality), BMW KUN Exclusive (mobility)

Highlights of the Conversation
- Parvathy spoke candidly on cinema, gender equality, and authenticity in the industry.
- She emphasized the importance of speaking up and staying true to artistic integrity.
- The dialogue resonated with Chennai’s cultural community, marking the series’ first-ever event in the city.

Hospitality Experience
- High Tea: Artisanal cookies, handcrafted tea cakes, canapés, grilled sandwiches, cottage cheese turnovers, and a live station with ragi paniyaram stuffed with gongura and cream cheese.
- Flying Buffet: Global and Indian flavours — honey chilli prawns, mutton galouti, Chettinad fried chicken, sushi, arancini, dim sums, Thai curries, pastas, appams with stews, and dum biryanis.
- Desserts: Mango rasmalai, baked gulab jamun, vegan chia panna cotta, banana crème brûlée, and artisanal chocolates.

Cultural Significance
The evening blended hospitality, art, and dialogue, reaffirming Taj Connemara’s legacy as a hub for meaningful cultural gatherings in Chennai.