Culture & Books

Proma Chakraborty -August 28, 2020

Dramatic picturisations

Dramatic picturisations

A combination of the contemporary and the traditional, photographer Waswo X Waswo’s works have been humanised with his processes being akin to co-operative theatrical performances Calling attention to the place of performance, or the “stage”, upon which studio photography is enacted, Gallery Latitude 28 presents works by American-born photographer Waswo X Waswo, in collaboration with […]

Proma Chakraborty -August 28, 2020

Moving bag and baggage not easy

Moving bag and baggage not easy

The process of shifting house has always been hectic, but the logistics have become a nightmare during the pandemic. Packers and movers are having as tough a time as their customers The pandemic has seen a lot of shifting of both skilled and unskilled migrant workers across the country. A lot of white collar professionals […]

Proma Chakraborty -August 22, 2020

Best and worst of cities    

Best and worst of cities    

Showcasing the different aspects of the ever-changing urban landscape of India, the  exhibition at the  Kiran Nadar Museum of Art beautifully captures the nuances of metropolitan architecture  Depicting dreams and fears of citizens living in third world metropolises, featuring their everyday lives, here’s an exhibition aptly titled ‘City Tales’. This online exhibition brings together the works of twenty-one […]

Proma Chakraborty -August 22, 2020

A road less travelled the better

A road less travelled the better

Going home crossing three states in a car with friends should have been a breeze. But potholes and truck pile-ups in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh made it a nightmare Windows rolled down, wind in your hair, music in the background as you stare at the ever changing colours of the sky – that’s what a […]

Shruti Das -August 22, 2020

Keeping the show going

Keeping the show going

META 2020, a first-of-its kind virtual awards ceremony for theatre in the country, is all set to make its mark We all are aware of the “new normal” amid the global pandemic. And it goes without saying that the theatre industry is among the worst hit. But as the famous saying goes, “The show must […]

Proma Chakraborty -August 17, 2020

Asian kaleidoscope

Asian kaleidoscope

Capturing the essence and diversity of the continent, a collection of Ajit Rana’s works aptly titled “Diverse Asia” is being exhibited on India International Center’s website Taking the road less travelled and following your heart – these are two philosophies artist Ajit Rana lives by. From the tropical luxuriance of Myanmar to the sparse landscapes […]

Proma Chakraborty -August 7, 2020

People in sharp focus 

People in sharp focus 

In a continuation of In Touch, an online exhibition platform, Siji Krishnan’s portraits that flow between abstracts and figurative structures are on display  Artist Siji Krishnan is known for her portraits. She began with portraits of people she knew intimately, moving gradually to acquaintances and strangers. Her new set of works establish an intimate connection between […]

Proma Chakraborty -August 7, 2020

Circles of injustice 

Circles of injustice 

The three-month-long lockdown brought on untold misery and suffering for the migrant labour population across India. Anjan Modak’s works capture their plight highlighting the injustices they face     Mirroring the situation we live in, artist Anjan Modak’s work is a perfect representation of the adversities of these unprecedented times. Known for depicting the woes of the […]