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The Body of the Ascetic: A Visual Journey through Indian Asceticism at DAG, New Delhi

The Body of the Ascetic is a compelling exhibition currently on view at DAG, New Delhi, running from 30 August to 18 October 2025. Curated by the eminent art critic Gayatri Sinha, this exhibition explores the evolving visual representations of asceticism across the Indian subcontinent, spanning centuries, cultures, faiths, and traditions. By drawing on the […]

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Don’t Miss Non-Residency: Showcase of Indian Diasporic Contemporary Art by Rajiv Menon Contemporary

Discover the Uncanny Beauty of Indian Diaspora Aesthetics The Non-Residency exhibition, on view at Jaipur Centre for Art until October 5, 2025, is a rare and powerful showcase of contemporary art by Indian diaspora artists. Curated by Rajiv Menon of Rajiv Menon Contemporary, this groundbreaking show explores the complex aesthetics and emotional landscapes of Indian

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‘Duniya Parchhaiyon Ki’: A Show Encapsulating the Enigmatic Charm of Hindi Cinema

Arthshila Delhi presents ‘Duniya Parchhaiyon Ki’, a major exhibition focused on the lasting impact and enigmatic charm of Hindi cinema. The showcase is on display from September 28, 2025, to January 4, 2026 at Arthshila Delhi, Okhla Industrial Estate, New Delhi. Entry is open to all members of the public. Exhibition Overview Jointly organized by

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Afghan Artist Khadim Ali at the Inaugural Bukhara Biennial 2025

Khadim Ali, represented by Latitude 28, is participating at the inaugural edition of the Bukhara Biennial 2025, curated by Diana Campbell and organized by the Arts and Culture Development Foundation under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Titled Recipes for Broken Hearts, this first edition unfolds from September 5 to November 20, 2025, across

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Jodhpur Arts Week: Edition 1.0 : Everything You Need to Know

Jodhpur is set to enter India’s cultural calendar in a landmark way with the launch of Jodhpur Arts Week: Edition 1.0, presented by the Public Arts Trust of India (PATI) from October 1–7, 2025. Themed Hath Ro Hunar: Skill of the Hand, this debut edition weaves together collaboration, heritage, and innovation, transforming the Blue City into a site of contemporary

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The Silent Fire Within: Naina Dalal’s Retrospective at NGMA Mumbai

The National Gallery of Modern Art, Mumbai, in association with Gallerie Splash, unveils a major retrospective titled Naina Dalal: The Silent Fire Within, celebrating over sixty years of drawings, paintings, and prints by one of India’s foremost women artists, Naina Dalal. The exhibition is on view at the iconic Sir Cowasji Jehangir Hall, NGMA Mumbai,

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New Exhibition at NGMA, Mumbai Celebrates Ratan Parimoo’s Pioneering Abstraction

National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA), Mumbai, in collaboration with Gallerie Splash, presents “Ratan Parimoo: Pioneer Abstractionist, An Exhibition of Paintings 1958–1973.” This landmark retrospective showcases more than 150 works by Ratan Parimoo, one of India’s most distinguished modernists—renowned painter, art historian, and educator. The exhibition is open to the public from September 12 to

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François Boucher: Master of Rococo Art and the French Court

On This Day, 29th September Celebrating the Birthday of François Boucher, the Quintessential Rococo Painter François Boucher (b. Paris, 29 Sept. 1703; d. Paris, 30 May 1770) remains the undisputed master of Rococo painting, whose sensuous elegance and playful compositions perfectly captured the spirit of 18th-century French aristocratic life. His prolific career as a painter,

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Contemporary Artists Explore Cultural Lineages Through Traditional Art Forms at KYNKYNY Art Gallery

KYNKYNY Art Gallery in Bangalore presents “Traditions | Transitions,” a compelling group exhibition that showcases how three contemporary Indian artists—Madan Meena, Veenita Chendvankar, and Mainaz Bano—reinterpret traditional art forms through modern perspectives. Running from September 27 to October 25, 2025, the exhibition demonstrates how indigenous artistic practices continue to evolve while maintaining their cultural significance.

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Kolkata’s Yellow Taxis Transform into Moving Canvases for Durga Puja’s 40-Year Journey

Kolkata’s streets are witnessing a remarkable fusion of heritage and art this Durga Puja season, as the city’s iconic yellow Ambassador taxis have been transformed into vibrant moving canvases. The innovative “Cholte Cholte 40” initiative showcases forty meticulously crafted taxis, each artistically portraying the evolution of Durga Puja celebrations across four transformative decades. A Tribute

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