Recently, I had the privilege of visiting Puri for the Pati Dian Darshan, just two days after the grand Snanapurnima festival. This time of year, Puri exudes a unique charm, …
From Wood to Wonder: The Creation of Lord Jagannatha’s Chariots Read More
According to the Odia almanac, Jyestha Purnima is also known as Devasnana Purnima. In villages, it’s referred to as De Sinan Purnei. On this special day, Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, Goddess …
Pati Dian Tradition in Jagannath Temple, Puri Read More
The recently concluded Bhubaneswar Film Festival (BFF), held from June 7th to 9th, 2024, at Jayadev Bhawan, was a resounding success, celebrating the rich legacy of Odia cinema. Organized by …
The Bhubaneswar Film Festival 2024: A Celebration of Odia Cinema Read More
“Chora ! Chora !” is an Odia adaptation of the renowned Italian playwright and Nobel Laureate Dario Fo’s one-act play “The Virtuous Burglar.” Joe Farrell carried out the English adaptation, …
Laughter and Lies: The Charm of “Chora ! Chora !” Read More
On a misty winter morning, we headed towards the historic Ramnagar Fort, located on the eastern banks of the Ganga, directly opposite the famed ghats of Varanasi. This magnificent fort, …
A Winter Morning at Ramnagar Fort: History and Heritage across the Ganges Read More
The world of cinema is abuzz with the news of Payal Kapadia’s “All We Imagine As Light” making its way to the Cannes Film Festival 2024. It’s a notable moment, …
Shining Bright: Payal Kapadia’s ‘All We Imagine As Light’ at Cannes Read More
The second day of the Bharat Ranga Mohastava commenced with the performance of “Agni Aur Barkha” at Ravindra Mandap, starting promptly at 6.50pm in the evening. Arriving 30 minutes early, …
Agni Aur Barkha: A Multilayered Tapestry of Myth and Modernity Read More
In yesterday’s newspaper, a thrilling announcement awaited theater enthusiasts as “Taj Mahal ki Tender” was scheduled to be staged at Rabindra Mandap. As someone eagerly anticipating this theatrical masterpiece for …
“Taj Mahal ki Tender”: A Satirical Highlight at Bharat Ranga Mahostava 2024 Read More
It’s a profound moment when you stand beside an elegant masterpiece of a historically famous public sculpture. This is the “Santhal Family” by the master artist Ramkinkar Baij (25 May …
Ramkinkar Baij’s ‘Santhal Family’: Sculpting Narratives of Migration Read More
I greatly admire the works of K.P. Krishnakumar (1958 – 26 December 1989). When planning my visit to Shantiniketan, I made it a priority to see the site where Krishnakumar’s …
Krishnakumar’s Ode to Tagore in the Heart of Amar Kutir Read More