Kid Boxer
Portrait of Pereira
Born
Caetano Manuel Pereira

(1917-02-17)17 February 1917
Died3 March 1991(1991-03-03) (aged 74)
Bombay, Maharashtra (now Mumbai), India
NationalityIndian
Other namesBoxer
Occupations
Years active1940–c.1991
Notable workAmchem Noxib (1963)

Caetano Manuel Pereira (17 February 1917 – 3 March 1991), known professionally as Kid Boxer, was an Indian singer, writer, director, comedian and lyricist who worked on the Konkani stage. He is best known for being the member of the popular Kid-Young-Rod trio.

Early life

Caetano Manuel Pereira was born on 17 February 1917, in Siolim, Goa, a region that was part of Portuguese India during the era of the Portuguese Empire. At a young age of 8, Pereira relocated to Bombay (now Mumbai) with his father. During his time in Bombay, he acquired a command of the English language through interactions with older individuals, while also developing his proficiency in Konkani, due to his avid readership of the literary work Dor Mhoineachi Rotti. Pereira's journey into the world of theater began with apprenticeships in smaller productions. In 1940, he made his debut in the commercial tiatr genre, with his performance in Ernest Rebello's production, "Bomboich Istil."[1]

Career

Pereira made his first foray into the world of tiatr, with his debut production called "Ostori." (Woman) However, it was his subsequent work titled "Kidachem Sopon" that garnered popularity. Pereira's repertoire encompassed a diverse range of tiatrs, including "Editor Ponch de Bombaim," "Amchi Bhett," "Amcho Ganv," (Our Village) "Bhattam Bensam," "Avoichim Dukham," (Mother's Tears) "Ankvar ani Kazari," (Bachelor And Married) "Zata tem Boreak," (It Happens For Good) "Bhoinn," (Sister) "Militar," (Military) "Zulum," (Injustice) "Amchim Natalam," (Our Christmas) "Goa," "Mhoji Maim," (My Mother) "Lojechem Kopel," "Mog Antticho," "Mumboiche Gõykar," (Goans Of Mumbai) "Bankruttan Bankrutt," "Budhvont Put Ganvcho," "Fuddar," (Future) "Mhozo Oprad," "Adeus vo Nimnni Bhett," and "Somzonnent Chuk Zali."[2][1]

The latter work, published by the Goa Konkani Akademi, delved into the complexities of the human psyche and explored the detrimental effects of prejudice, leading to grave misunderstandings. This particular play demonstrated Pereira's ability to artfully blend elements of seriousness and humor without resorting to melodrama.[2] Towards the end of his career, Pereira presented his final show in Goa entitled "Bapul Bhau" (Cousin Brother). Additionally, he took on the role of director for several tiatrs by Minguel Rod, including "Bapul Bhau," "Gorib Xezari," (Poor Neighbour) and "Ghorchem Kestaum" (Family Arguments). During his artistic journey, Pereira had a cameo in the well-received Konkani film Amchem Noxib.[1]

Personal life

Pereira was known for his early advocacy of individual rights, showcasing determination from a young age. He opposed various forms of injustice, including those directed at women, the entrenched caste system, and governmental policies.[3]

In the earlier stages of his life, Pereira's mischievous demeanor led to him being given the moniker "Boxer," a nickname which later served as the inspiration for his chosen stage name, Kid Boxer. André Rafael Fernandes writes in his book "When the Curtains Rise...Understanding Goa's Vibrant Konkani Theatre," Pereira formed a trio called the Kid-Young-Rod, which gained recognition for their singing abilities in the realm of tiatrs.[2]

Fernandes further explains that, Pereira's expertise was in creating satirical songs infused with proverbs. Additionally, he excelled at crafting quick-witted responses during musical debates, particularly when pitted against Aleixinho de Candolim.[2] Pereira died in Bombay (now Mumbai), aged 74.[4]

Filmography

Year Title Role Notes Ref
1963 Amchem Noxib Supporting character [1]

Selected stage works

Year Title Role Notes Ref
1940 Bomboich Istil Debut Tiatr [1]
Ostori Writer/director [4]
Kid-achem Sopon Writer/director [4]
c.1967 Somzonnent Chuk Zali Writer [3]
Amchim Natalam Writer/director [4]
Editor Ponch de Bombaim Writer/director
Amcho Ganv Writer/director
Ankvar ani Kazari Writer/director
Zata tem Boreak Writer/director
Bhoinn Writer/director
Militar Writer/director
Zulum Writer/director
Mhoji Maim Writer/director
Goa Writer/director
Bankruttan Bankrutt Writer/director
Amchi Bhett [1]
Bhattam Bensam
Avoichim Dukham
Lojechem Kopel
Mog Antticho
Mumboiche Gõykar Writer/director
Budhvont Put Ganvcho
Fuddar Director [5]
Adeus vo Nimnni Bhett Writer/director [4]
Mhozo Oprad Writer/director
Gorib Xezari Director [1]
Ghorchem Kestaum Director
Bapul Bhau Director Final Tiatr

Further reading

Mazarello, Wilson (2000). 100 Years of Konkani Tiatro. Goa, India: Government of Goa, Directorate of Art & Culture. pp. 96–99. OCLC 71174491.

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Desk, N. T. (2017-07-30). "Remembering veteran tiatr artiste: Kid Boxer – The Navhind Times". Archived from the original on 2023-11-25. Retrieved 2023-11-25.
  2. 1 2 3 4 Fernandes, André Rafael. When the Curtains Rise--: Understanding Goa's Vibrant Konkani Theatre. Tiatr Academy of Goa. ISBN 978-93-80739-01-4. Archived from the original on 2023-11-26. Retrieved 2023-11-25.
  3. 1 2 Desk, N. T. (2017-08-06). "Somzonnent Chuk Zali – The Navhind Times". Retrieved 2023-11-27.
  4. 1 2 3 4 5 100 Years of Konkani Tiatro. Government of Goa, Directorate of Art & Culture. 2000. Archived from the original on 2023-11-26. Retrieved 2023-11-25.
  5. "A voice that is eternal". oHeraldo. Retrieved 2023-11-27.
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