Art & Culture

The Indian Beatbox Festival to be dedicated for hip-hop enthusiasts

17 Oct 2022 00:51 AM IST

Taking a giant leap forward, the beatboxing art form, which has remained sheathed in the underground scene, is all set to come out of its shadow with a one of its kind festival the country will witness this December.A dedicated carnival—the Indian Beatbox Festival for the subculture of hip-hop is

A Curtain Raiser to Italian Embassy Cultural Centre’s Pasolini Retrospective

17 Oct 2022 00:51 AM IST

Italian Embassy Cultural Centre is hosting a week-long Pier Paolo Pasolini retrospective in collaboration with the India Habitat Centre from November 2-9, 2022. As part of the retrospective, seven of Pasolini’s best-known films (6 feature films and 1 short film) will be screened. Along with introducing each of the 7

‘My Journey’ showcases Pavani Nagpal’s ARTWORKS

17 Oct 2022 00:51 AM IST

Pavani Nagpal, an artist whose masterpieces draw attention towards the feminist approach of the world made her debut with her collection. The debut collection titled- ‘My journey’ showcases the stark realities of the urban, modern society that no one talks about.“My art is very close to my emotions, my personal

Navya Naveli Gallery showcases artworks of veteran artists

10 Oct 2022 00:22 AM IST

With the objective to pay tribute to veteran artists Navya Naveli Gallery, a Delhi based gallery has organised a group collection show till 23rd November. The show is curated by Amrita Kocchar. The show not only showcases the work and talent of some of the best artists from India but

Airavestwara temple : The Chola marvel

10 Oct 2022 00:20 AM IST

The Imperial Cholas of South India hold the record for being the longest ruling dynasty in Indian history, and is one of the grandest empires that the country has ever seen. Historically their rule goes back into the pre-Christian era, and while there is no exact date of their origin,

Yatra unfolds journey of mankind through classical dance

10 Oct 2022 00:09 AM IST

Displaying her flair beyond boundaries renowned Kathak dancer Antara Datta has acquired a great stature in United States through her performances. She has performed extensively in both India and abroad and is the Artistic Director of Anga Kala Kathak Academy and Anga Kala Dance Company. Antara Datta started learning Kathak

Dan Coutts’ ‘Heading West’ had its Asia Premiere at Jodhpur RIFF 2022

10 Oct 2022 00:09 AM IST

While the Jodhpur RIFF is primarily known for its live music performances, the festival occasionally also screens interesting films about artists and bands who have performed at the festival over the years. This year, Dan Coutts’ film titled ‘Heading West’ was screened as part of the festival’s 13th edition at

PM Modi arrives at International Kullu Dussehra festival

05 Oct 2022 17:45 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome as he arrived for the international Kullu Dussehra Festival today. He will be participating in the Dusshera festival here for the first time. Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to citizens on the occasion of Dussehra and expressed

I decided to create a mass appeal for revival of natural indigo: Sangeeta Gupta

03 Oct 2022 00:54 AM IST

With the objective to revive natural indigo painting renowned artist Sangeeta Gupta decided to create a painting that is abstract, conceptual, minimalist on natural sustainable khaddar fabric with organic indigo colour and dye. Handmade fabric is environment friendly, natural colour and dye are handmade too and also they are chemical

‘Ponniyin Selvan: I’ is a sprawling period piece that also serves as a lesson in history

03 Oct 2022 00:52 AM IST

Mani Ratnam’s latest directorial ‘Ponniyin Selvan: I’ is the first part of the Ponniyin Selvan saga based on Kalki Krishnamurthy’s 1955 novel ‘Ponniyin Selvan,’ which is regarded as the greatest novel ever written in Tamil literature. The film which has suddenly stirred deep interest in the Cholas basically tells the

100 artists unite to raise awareness on autism

03 Oct 2022 00:50 AM IST

To demonstrate the values of inclusion and spread autism awareness, this year in association with AuTypical.in, Dhoomimal Gallery has created a section to showcase works of young autistic artists in the professional grade. 100 young artists and sculptors are showcasing their artworks which will continue till 15th October at the

‘Vibrant Rajasthan’ gives a glimpse of the opulent state

03 Oct 2022 00:47 AM IST

The beautiful lines from Alfred Lord Tennyson’s Ulysses inspire the artist to venture out on adventure and seek a new world full of mirth and harmony. The princely state of Rajasthan is eternally known for its rich cultural heritage left behind by our forefathers. Through her exhibition ‘Vibrant Rajasthan’ artist