Udupi: The Udupi Magician duo, father and son, from the Gili Gili Magic Troupe, gave a 90minute performance to Indian defence personnel in various military camps of Sikkim state recently in April.
The Shankars (magicians) entertained about 1,500 defence staff in auditoriums of Gangtok and other towns of Himalayan state.
Shaker Junior presented his miracles show at the tourist spot of Chhangu Lake. At a height of 13,200 feet, a special stage was erected at Thegu, where the most appreciated show of all was held, near the India –China border.
The defense officers felicitated the two magicians and applauded their skills. It was the first time any magician had come there. The Shankars participated in a seminar on Magic at Sikkim Manipal University, to the delight of all viewers. The magic family returned to Udupi on April 15.