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From: 18th & 19th April 2026 “Yellow Canvas 2026” A Children’s Art Exhibition VENUE: Kamalnayan Bajaj Art Gallery Bajaj Bhavan, Ground Floor, Jamnalal Bajaj Marg, 226 Nariman Point, Mumbai 400021 Timing: 11am to 7pm. Contact: +91 9975781972 www.yellowcanvas.in The Yellow Canvas Platform presents Yellow Canvas: A Children’s Art Exhibition 2026, an initiative led by Sohan Kumar Choudhary, an alumnus of Sir J.J. Institute of Applied Art. Conceived as a space to recognise and nurture emerging talent, the exhibition brings together a diverse body of work by young artists trained under his guidance, with 81 students from Sr. KG to Grade 12 participating in this edition. At its core, the exhibition celebrates creativity as an essential and deeply human faculty. It reflects a pedagogical commitment that moves beyond technical instruction, encouraging students to develop independent visual languages while grounding them in strong foundational and advanced artistic principles. Over the years, many participants from this ecosystem have progressed into fields such as applied art, product design, graphic design, fashion, and interior design, with several establishing themselves as practicing professionals, educators, and international exhibitors. This edition expands its scope by including works from students based across the United States, Germany, UAE, Armenia, Canada, Belgium, Thailand, Netherlands, and Singapore. The exhibition thus situates itself within a broader global dialogue, while remaining rooted in Indian artistic traditions, including engagements with folk forms and regional visual cultures. Yellow Canvas 2026 is not merely a display of youthful expression but an evolving platform that fosters discipline, imagination, and cultural exchange. By creating an environment that is both structured and exploratory, the initiative underscores the importance of sustained engagement with art from an early stage. The exhibition stands as a testament to the role of mentorship in shaping future creative practices, offering young artists both visibility and encouragement in their formative years. The Participating Students: Siddhansh Romin Mehta, Aaryan Chandresh Soni, Anoushae Aga, Narek Mihranyan, Ye Htut Naing, Aanya Potdar, Ariha Romin Mehta, Ivaan Sancheti, Ivaan Potdar, Naavya Pratik Shah, Ye Htut Bo, Ayansh Hiren Vora, Kabir Kurien, Leonid Luchkin, Raehan Aga, Avni Hitesh Gurav, Nirvi Ankit Mehta, Smera Sanghvi, Tahmir Patrawalla, Veera Arvind Kumar Jain, Agastya Jhaveri, Annirudh, Anvay Shah, Dev Sushil Kothari, Dhrishay N. Mehta, Hitansh Ankur Kothari, Kimaya Padhye, Mihaan Ajmera, Myra Shah, Rehaan Sahil Jhaveri, Aarav Pankaj Dhawan, Aariv Sanghavi, Anaaya Deep Shah, Joel Varghese, Yashika Jain, Hiya Shah, Kayan Shah, Kiah Rohan Shah, Mohnish Sajnani, Mysha Jain, Riaana Kartik Shah, Saathvik Subrotho... 
Renowned sculptor Dr. Venkata presents “IN THE FACE OF IT ALL”, a solo exhibition of his recent sculptures at Jehangir Art Gallery, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai, on view from 14th to 20th April 2026, from 11 am to 7 pm. Working with bamboo, paper, resin, and draped fabric, Dr. Venkata transforms humble materials into striking sculptural presences. At times enhanced with paint, the works take on a semi-realistic quality, further enriched by the enduring sculptural traditions of the temples of Andhra Pradesh. The result is a compelling visual field where humanity and environment remain inseparably bound in a tense coexistence. Nature, in this exhibition, is not passive scenery but the structuring principle of existence. Fishermen, women, and hybrid anthropomorphic forms emerge as tidal beings shaped by wind, salt, soil, and the memory of coastal labour. Their bodies inhabit porous, honeycomb-like landscapes suggestive of multiple, entangled worlds. The exhibition emerges from Venkata Rao’s sustained engagement with the sea as both memory and material condition. His sculptures pulse with the unruly energy of water, responding to the violence of human excess and the ecological aftermath it leaves behind. Dr. Venkata Rao’s sculptural language moves with the force and unpredictability of water, surging in response to the consequences of human excess. Rooted in the memory of a place once called home and layered with nostalgia, his works unfold through profound spatial and emotional depth. Rather than moralising, he excavates enduring archetypes of time and transformation. These sculptures resonate with the lived realities of seaside communities for whom the sea remains a lifeline. Here, nature is not a backdrop but the governing force that shapes labour, survival, and everyday life. The works also bear witness to polluted waters, altered coastlines, and bodies marked by ecological imbalance. As the artist reflects: “My reaction to humanity’s savage flaws has transformed into forms that are partly human and partly animal. Yet my concern for humankind has altered my judgment, turning them into gorgeous gargoyles, metaphorical depictions of metropolitan life and its convoluted existence.” The sculptures also open a conversation around memory as an ecological archive. In Venkata Rao’s practice, the coastline is not merely a site but a living repository of labour, ritual, erosion, and resilience. Each surface seems to retain traces of weathered histories, allowing the viewer to encounter not only the form itself but the sediment of lives shaped in proximity to the sea. A compelling tension runs through the exhibition between fragility and monumentality. While the... 
*Mumbai/Kolkata:* Versatile actress Ananya Dutta is currently in the spotlight for her upcoming Hindi film “Zindagi Phir Bhi Khoobsurat Hai”, which is being shot under the banner of Its shantketan Films. This project is considered a significant milestone in her career, as she is now focusing more on Hindi cinema. Ananya Dutta began her acting journey with the Bengali film “Natobar Not Out”, where she shared the screen with veteran actresses Raima Sen and Moon Moon Sen, showcasing her talent in a prominent role. She later impressed audiences with her performances in films like “God Only Knows” and “Dunno Why 3”, leaving a distinct mark with each character she portrayed. Her journey in theatre has also been remarkably rich. She has worked with Bharat Dabholkar’s Bottoms Up Gang and delivered outstanding performances in popular plays such as “Oh No, Not Again” (150+ shows), “Monkey Business” (100+ shows), “Funny Thing Called Love”, “Got to Be Aishwarya”, and “Carry On Heaven”. Currently, she is entertaining audiences in “That’s My Girl” alongside Anant Mahadevan and Shweta Rohira. In total, she has performed in over a thousand stage shows. Ananya has also established a strong presence on digital platforms. Through projects like “Love, Life and Screw Ups Season 2”, “Lights, Camera, Murder”, and “Margao: The Closed File”, she has proven her versatility across mediums. Additionally, her food show “Ananya’s Passion”, featured on celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor’s “Khana Khazana”, was well received by audiences. In the world of modeling and advertising, Ananya Dutta is a recognized face. She has participated in ramp walks, modeling assignments, and print shoots. She has collaborated with major brands such as Videocon, Close-Up, Sprite, Thums Up, Volkswagen, Nestlé, Onida, Maruti Omni, Castrol, Tetley Tea, Vasmol, and De Beers. In print advertising, she has been associated with renowned names like Colgate, Bisleri, VIP, Citibank, Motorola, and IBM. She has also walked the ramp for top fashion designers like L’Oréal, Sabyasachi, and Shaina NC, and has been featured in leading magazines such as Femina, Elle, and Society. One of Ananya’s key strengths is her ability to excel in diverse roles. While she particularly enjoys innocent and comedy roles, her versatility enables her to portray any character with sincerity and impact. She is also a trained dancer in Odissi and Bharatanatyam, along with proficiency in various other dance forms. She considers Aditya Dhar her favorite director, and her dream role is to portray a powerful character like Cleopatra in a Hollywood film—reflecting... 
भोजपुरी सिनेमा के फ़िल्म स्टार राघव पांडेय ने अपने अभिनय का लोहा मनवा दिया है भोजपुरी फिल्म ‘मकान’ में। जी हाँ! ‘प्यारो एंटरटेनमेंट’ के ऑफिशियल यूट्यूब चैनल पर रिलीज हुई इस फिल्म में राघव पांडेय ने गजब का अभिनय करके दर्शकों दिल जीत लिया है, इतना ही नहीं सुपरस्टार एक्ट्रेस चाँदनी सिंह के साथ उनके शानदार अभिनय का लोहा हर कोई मान रहा है। बता दें कि क्रांतिकारी फ़िल्म मेकर धीरू यादव द्वारा निर्मित ये फुल मूवी जहाँ यूट्यूब पर वायरल हो गई है और देखते ही देखते लाखों की तादाद में व्यूज बटोर रही है। वहीं उत्तर प्रदेश के सिनेमाघरों में भी इस फिल्म का शानदार प्रदर्शन जारी है। गौरतलब है कि एबीसीडी फिल्म्स एंड एंटरटेनमेंट और प्यारो मीडिया एंड एंटरटेनमेंट के बैनर तले बनाई गई इस फिल्म में मुख्य भूमिका में चांदनी सिंह, राघव पांडेय, संजय पांडेय, मनोज टाइगर, संदीप यादव, नवीन शर्मा, योगेश पांडेय ने अपनी अदाकारी का जलवा बिखेरा है। पारिवारिक ड्रामा और सामाजिक संदेश से भरपूर फिल्म ‘मकान’ महिला सशक्तिकरण पर आधारित है। अगर आप पारिवारिक ड्रामा, बेहतरीन अभिनय और एक मजबूत सामाजिक संदेश वाली फिल्में पसंद करते हैं, तो ये फ़िल्म ‘मकान’ आपके लिए मस्ट-वॉच फिल्म है। इस फिल्म के निर्माता धीरू यादव, सह-निर्माता केशव माहेश्वरी हैं। निर्देशक अभिषेक दूबे, लेखक धर्मेन्द्र सिंह हैं। कार्यकारी निर्माता गया राज, गीतकर छोटू यादव (सुरजीत), कैलाश कमल, संगीतकार रत्नेश सिंह एवं शिवम सिंह यादव, डीओपी प्रवीण त्रिपाठी, आर्ट डायरेक्टर चंदन आर्ट, डीओपी प्रवीण त्रिपाठी, कोरियोग्राफर महेश आचार्य, एडिटर अतुल चौहान, ट्रेलर एडिटर सनी सिन्हा, एसोसिएट डायरेक्टर आलोक सिंह, असिस्टेंट डायरेक्टर मनीष कुमार, अमर प्रसाद हैं। प्रोडक्शन कंट्रोलर योगेश पांडेय हैं। मुख्य भूमिका में चांदनी सिंह, संजय पांडेय, राघव पांडेय, मनोज सिंह टाइगर, संदीप कुमार यादव, नवीन कुमार शर्मा, योगेश पांडेय, अनूप अरोरा, अमन पांडेय, रागिनी राय, रजनीश यादव, राजन कानू, आशीष पांडेय, उदल यादव, कमलेश कुमार गौतम, संतोष भारत, निशा पांडेय, जे के चौहान, हेमंत कुमार, तौफीक आलम, नागेश कुमार सिंह, ईशा शुक्ला, अभिषेक चौबे आदि हैं। फिल्म ‘मकान’ को मिल रही सफलता पर राघव पांडेय ने कहा कि ‘मैं ‘मकान’ को मिल रहे अपार प्यार के लिए सभी दर्शकों का तहेदिल से धन्यवाद करता हूँ। साथ ही इस फिल्म में कास्ट करने के लिए फ़िल्म निर्माता धीरू यादव का मैं हमेशा आभारी रहूँगा।’ उन्होंने आगे कहा कि ‘चांदनी सिंह ने भी हर सीन में मुझे फुल सपोर्ट किया है, जिससे हमारी केमिस्ट्री बहुत बेहतरीन दिख रही है। यह फिल्म वायरल हो रही है, लोग पसंद कर रहे हैं। इसके लिए सभी ऑडियंस को दिल से... 