In a modest Parsi household in Andheri, where the pagri-clad patriarch passed away last month, there are no portraits of the departed — only ones painted by him. Propped on a narrow cot is a six-decades-old painting of a young girl named Firooza, alongside two landscapes evoking Google Maps: Naval Jijina’s signature aerial views from… Continue reading Remembering Naval Jijina, the Reclusive Post-War Modernist Who Painted Mumbai
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Love Letters: Divya Cowasji
With forgiveness and restraint, Divya Cowasji has reimagined her family history in enigmatic storytelling photographs Back in 2018, the talented and thoughtful young filmmaker, photographer Divya Cowasji lost her beloved grand-aunt Dinoo and grandmother Minnie, and in quick succession “practically the entire senior generation of my family.” She found herself once bereft and burdened, “as… Continue reading Love Letters: Divya Cowasji
The Architectural, Spiritual and Personal: Karl Singporewala at SOAS Gallery
A bright blue lamppost in the gallery feels like it’s been brought in off the street and given a fresh lick of paint. Look a little closer and you’ll see tiny people at the base and within the lamp. That’s when the light goes off in your head: this is a maquette for something meant… Continue reading The Architectural, Spiritual and Personal: Karl Singporewala at SOAS Gallery
Unveiling Pakistan’s Parsi Culinary Traditions: Pakistan Museum of Food
‘Pakistan’s Museum of Food’ is the largest and most comprehensive exploration of Pakistani cuisine online, featuring over 9000 Images, 90 videos and 100 stories that capture the vibrant culinary tapestry of Pakistan’s five provinces and beyond. This project aims to preserve and celebrate the culture and heritage of Pakistani food, as well as to document… Continue reading Unveiling Pakistan’s Parsi Culinary Traditions: Pakistan Museum of Food
The Parsi Nose Project: A Photographic Ode to an Indian Minority
Within the intricate tapestry of India’s history, one finds the compelling narrative of the Parsis, a community whose origins trace back to Persia, or modern-day Iran. The community traces its history in the region to the 8th century when seeking refuge from religious persecution, they embarked on an arduous journey to India’s western shores. Despite… Continue reading The Parsi Nose Project: A Photographic Ode to an Indian Minority
Arzan Khambatta is Art of India exhibition’s best discovery
In a corner at Bikaner House at the Art & Soul, Art of India exhibition is a stellar sculpture of a horse’s head.Entitled Mustang Sally it is a mesmerising portrait of a horse in the hands of a brilliant architect turned sculptor Arzan Khambatta. Khambhatta a Mumbai dweller has been creating sculptures with scrap metal… Continue reading Arzan Khambatta is Art of India exhibition’s best discovery
Containing Multitudes: Exhibition ‘Hearts On Fire’ Explores Evolving Parsi Identities
Mumbai’s culture has been enriched and entwined with the Parsi community for centuries now. From the Parsi gara to the nataks to business, the community has contributed immeasurably and been appreciated in return. By Ava Gilder | HomeGrown Shantanu Das A new group exhibition at Chemould Colaba, titled ‘Hearts on Fire’, features thirteen artists. Curated… Continue reading Containing Multitudes: Exhibition ‘Hearts On Fire’ Explores Evolving Parsi Identities
