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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... 
Dates: 24th to 30th March 2026 “Simple Living” Unity in Diversity Solo Exhibition of Paintings By International Contemporary Artist Dr. Priya Yabaluri VENUE: Jehangir Art Gallery Gallery No. 1, 161-B, M.G. Road, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai – 400001 Timing: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM Contact: +91 9137579205 International contemporary artist Dr. Priya Yabaluri is showing her solo exhibition titled “Simple Living – Unity in Diversity” at Jehangir Art Gallery, Gallery No. 1, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai, from 24th March to 30th March 2026. The exhibition showcases a compelling series of artworks that explore the beauty of simplicity and the harmonious coexistence of diverse cultures. Through expressive forms, vibrant compositions, and layered symbolism, Dr. Yabaluri reflects on the universal human aspiration for peace, unity, and balance in a rapidly evolving world. A key highlight of the exhibition is the series “Vivayan”, which celebrates everyday life, communities, and the essence of human connection. Drawing inspiration from architecture, nature, and cultural diversity, the artworks invite viewers to contemplate the shared values that bind humanity across geographies and traditions. Dr. Priya Yabaluri is an international contemporary artist, cultural entrepreneur, and founder of World Art Fair. She is also the founder of the Global First Woman Foundation, an initiative dedicated to empowering women through art and cultural dialogue. She holds a Doctorate in Fine Arts, a Global MBA from Deakin University, and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) with a focus on strategic innovation, AI integration, and sustainable business models in the creative economy. Through her artistic practice, academic research, and cultural initiatives, Dr. Yabaluri continues to bridge art, strategy, and global dialogue—advancing the role of creative industries in sustainable and inclusive development. The exhibition will be open to the public daily from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/N6eTCZwByiE “Simple Living” Unity In Diversity Solo Exhibition Of Paintings By International Contemporary Artist Dr. Priya Yabaluri At Jehangir Art... 
The inauguration ceremony of the solo exhibition of renowned painter Rupesh Patil “Pristine Harmony – Nature Unveiled Through Wash and Stroke” was held with great enthusiasm at Jehangir Art Gallery. The exhibition was inaugurated by Maharashtra Culture Minister Ashish Shelar. Uran Assembly Constituency MLA Mahesh Baldi was present on the occasion. The inauguration ceremony was attended by dignitaries from various fields. These included Nitesh Rane (Minister, Port Development, Government of Maharashtra) as well as Mahesh Baldi, Gaurav Dayal (Chairman, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority), Nilesh Khare (Editor-in-Chief – Sakal Media Group, COO – Saam TV), Ajay Saini (Managing Director, GCC Hotel & Club), Surendra Jagtap (Principal, J. K. Fine Art Academy & Design), Ranjit Marathe (Principal, Deoghar College of Art & Design), Prof. Prafulla Satosekar (Professor, Sir J. J. School of Art, Mumbai) and national and state level award winner, senior art teacher Atul Jagtap were present. The presence of all these dignitaries added to the splendor of the program. A special attraction of the event was the unveiling of the first painting from the upcoming series ‘Swarajyasurya’ by painter Rupesh Patil and painter Jitendra Gaikwad. This is the first painting in a series of 21 paintings based on the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and it vividly depicts the grand procession that took place after Shivaji Maharaj’s coronation. The exhibition “Pristine Harmony” showcases captivating sunsets, reflections in tranquil ponds, and realistic and sensitive depictions of the emotions of nature. The main features of the exhibition are the use of light and shadow, the variety of colors, and the vivid depiction of rural life. The exhibition is being held from March 17 to March 23, and is open to all art lovers free of charge from 11 am to 7 pm daily. “Pristine Harmony” Solo Show Of Paintings By Rupesh Patil At Jehangir Art... 
“From: 3rd to 9th March 2026 “ATHAHA” Beyond the Boundaries Solo Show of Paintings by well-known artist Alka Bhrushundi VENUE: Jehangir Art Gallery AC Gallery -1, 161-B, M. G. Road, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400001 Timing: 11am to 7pm. Contact: +91 7703880130 Alka Bhrushundi’s ‘Athaha’ does not merely contemplate infinity; it constructs it. In her works, blue is not a backdrop to devotion but a spatial field in which matter, energy, and consciousness appear suspended. The paintings move between vortex and void, between cellular intricacy and cosmic scale. Spirals open like primordial galaxies. Orb-like forms hover as if embryonic worlds. Vein-like calligraphic tracings pulse across surfaces, suggesting neural networks, river deltas, or unseen cosmological diagrams. The language is abstract, yet unmistakably organic. The artist’s earlier engagement with devotional figuration has not disappeared; it has evolved. What once required an image now unfolds as vibration. The divine is no longer personified but diffused, circulating through colour, texture, and atmosphere. Blue dominates, but it is not singular. It deepens into indigo, fractures with rusted orange, glows with quiet gold. It carries both immersion and combustion. There is a compelling tension in these works: density and lightness coexist. Feathers drift across turbulent grounds. Gold fissures cut through planetary masses. Mist veils intricate structures beneath. The compositions feel simultaneously microcosmic and macrocosmic; as if we are witnessing the inside of a cell and the birth of a universe in the same breath. ‘Athaha’ proposes infinity not as escape, but as interior expansion. These paintings ask the viewer to recalibrate scale, to consider that vastness may reside within the smallest pulse of awareness. In an era of distraction and speed, this work insists on sustained looking. It resists narration and instead offers immersion. Infinity here is not decorative mysticism. It is a disciplined exploration of energy, stillness, and threshold. Stand before these works long enough, and the boundary between outer cosmos and inner landscape begins to thin. This show was inaugurated on 3rd March 2026 by Honourable Guests Shri Rajendra Patil (President -The Bombay Art Society, Founder – India Art Festival), Prof. Dr. Ganesh Tartare(Sir, J.J. School of Art, Mumbai), Shri Rishiraj Sethi (CA, CFA; Director – Aura Art eConnect Pvt.Ltd), Prof. Him Chatterjee( Vice chancellor, J. J. School of Art, Architecture & Design) Shri Vijayraj Bodhankar(Renowned Artist) among others. “ATHAHA” Beyond The Boundaries Solo Show Of Paintings By Well-Known Artist Alka Bhrushundi At Jehangir Art... 
The exhibition Between Surface and Depth: The Inner Landscapes by Bharti Verma and Ruchi Chadha opened on 3rd March at Gallery No. 2 of Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai, drawing artists, students, and members of the city’s art community to an engaging inaugural evening. The exhibition will remain on display until 9th March, presenting a body of work that reflects on inner experience, resilience, and the subtle dialogue between surface and depth. The show was inaugurated by Rajendra Patil, Founder and President of the India Art Festival, along with Rishiraj Sethi, Director of Aura Arts. Their presence added significance to the opening, highlighting the continuing support extended by curators and art platforms toward contemporary artistic practices. The evening was further marked by the presence of distinguished academicians, including Ganesh Tartare, Professor at the Sir J. J. School of Art, and Him Chatterjee, Vice Chancellor of J.J. School of Art Architecture and Design. Their participation brought together perspectives from both the academic and artistic spheres, enriching the spirit of the occasion. Visitors to the opening explored works that move between figuration and symbolic abstraction. Bharti Verma’s paintings reflect an inward gaze, where the human form becomes a site of memory, emotion, and introspection. In contrast, Ruchi Chadha’s lotus-inspired compositions evoke themes of renewal and quiet strength, using the flower as a metaphor for growth and emergence. Between Surface And Depth: The Inner Landscapes I An Exhibition By Bharti Verma And Ruchi... 