In the archives of dance, one will always come across photographs of the various artistes and I am sure all of you will agree that photographs speak. Just like how dance does not have a language, similarly a photograph too has no language and that is why it can touch millions and convey myriad stories […]Read More
Sukriti Tankha Rahgir, born Sunil Kumar Gurjar, left a well-paying IT job to pursue his passion for music and writing. In an interview with www.lifeandmore.in, the talented musician shares the challenges he faces as a travelling artiste and his future plans. When did Sunil Kumar Gurjar turn into Rahgir? How long did it take you to […]Read More
Recently young Indian classical dancers were introduced to a very interesting workshop organized by award winning Odissi dancer Shubhada Varadkar. The two days intensive workshop Learn to capture the grace of dance was conducted online by renowned cinematographer Shanti Bhushan Roy. An artiste in her quest for perfection Varadkar, a performer, a choreographer, a writer, […]Read More
Another historical moment for India as the National Gallery of Australia has decided to return back 14 artworks worth million dollars Priyanka Banerjee India has been, since antiquity, remained the cultural hub of art, architecture and history. Once known as the golden bird, this majestic land is replete with cultural history where artistic wonders can […]Read More
The voice behind the Balcony Concert series and the Sa Re Ga Ma Pa L’il Champs finalist weaves a tribute to love in her latest single Team L&M Singer-songwriter Antara Nandy has released her harmonious new single, Aadat featuring classical guitarist Amritanshu Dutta. Aadat is a song that symbolises the power of strength in love. […]Read More
In India, Pagdi is a sign of pride and in many regions, it is a matter of honour too. Folk dancers of India often use the pagdi to add more drama to their costume and you will agree with me that it does enhance the appeal of the entire performance. For many, more elaborate the […]Read More
Taruna Sharma Noted photographer Mala Mukerjee is currently having a show of her photographs at IIC. The online exhibition is on view August 8. It has a mix of colour and abstract compositions, each of which is special to her. “Those of you who are familiar with my work will know that my quest has […]Read More
24 hour dance-a-thon fundraiser for Covid-19 Dance teachers from around the world are coming together to help raise funds for Covid-19. M-DO Kathak Toronto, a renowned Kathak dance institute, has joined hands with Chhandika, Boston and Chhandam Nritya Bharati, Mumbai and presenting an international dance-a-thon (in Kathak) to support Covid aid for India. This 24-hour […]Read More
Renowned Mohiniattam performer Mandakini Trivedi has always been very innovative and often organizes wonderful shows and festivals to educate and enlighten the new generation of dancers and she again spearheaded The Geet Govind online festival where scholars from the world of Indian classical dance imparted their valuable knowledge. Mandakini ji is an Sangeet Natak Akadamy […]Read More
Upasana Kaura Young documentary & street photographer Rana Pandey has been practicing visual storytelling for over six years now. A graduate from the prestigious Presidency University, his work makes an attempt to showcase the many socio-economic and untouched shades of human life in a more intimate form. Currently busy with Kashmir centric ‘Project Bismillah’, through […]Read More