India Art Review

India Art Review is a dedicated digital journal of art and culture, based in Chennai and with representatives in Kerala, Delhi, the UAE, Canada and the US. IAR offers news and features on music, dance, painting, photography, architecture, film and more. We also produce content on the arts far and near the subcontinent, positioning India as a window to view them.

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Ravi K Chandran on the Subtle Art of Cinematography

Ace cinematographer Ravi K Chanran, who filmed iconic movies Kannathil Muthamittal, Dil Chahta Hai and Black, talks to India Art Review about his journey into the world of lenses and lights and offers a philosophical masterclass into the subtle art of cinematography. Host: Aroma Warsi. Mixed by: Abhishek Nair.

May 20, 2022•45 min

Kapila Venu on her Koodiyattam journeys

Kapila Venu in conversation with India Art Review's Aroma Warsi. In a candid and insightful conversation, the young practitioner of Kerala’s ancient theatre of Sanskrit plays, opens up on the art, politics and heritage of Koodiyattam and how she's evolved as a student and exponent of the complex, enchanting theatre form. Tune in.

Mar 25, 2022•30 min

Bharatanatyam Dancer and Guru Vasundhara Doraswamy on Her Artistic Journey

Vasundhara Doraswamy started practising Bharatanatyam at age 4 under the guidance of Muralidhar Rao. In a career spanning over six decades, she has been a teacher, dancer, scholar, curator, and more. In this episode of the India Art Review Podcast, Aroma Warsi talks to Dr Doraswamy to know more about life and dancing career. Listen in. Guest: Vasundhara Doraswamy Host: RJ Aroma Warsi Audio: Abhishek Nair Producer: India Art Review...

Mar 07, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 6

In Conversation with Prince Rama Varma, Carnatic Vocalist, Musicologist and Teacher

In this episode, we are happy to talk to Aswathi Thirunaal Rama Varma, popularly known as Prince Rama Varma, who is an Indian classical musician. He is a Carnatic vocalist as well as an exponent of the Veena. He is also recognised as a music teacher, musicologist and writer.

Dec 26, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 5

In Conversation with Aswathy, Dancer and Filmmaker

Aswathy Nair, acclaimed dancer, teacher, filmmaker and producer, talks about her dancing journeys and her mission to make cinematic translations of MT Vasudevan Nair's stories. Produced by India Art Review. Host: Archana Jagannath. Interview: Sreelakshmy KB. Mix: Ananthapathmanabhan.

Oct 27, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Sandhya Rao and the Art and Craft of Children's Literature

Sandhya, as we all know, is one of the most prominent voices in Indian children’s literature. Journalist, translator and teacher, Sandhya wears many hats. Sandhya has written dozens of books. Her popular works include My Friend the Sea which won the Ambitious Children’s Book Project award at the Berlin Children and Youth Literature Festival in 2005. My Mother’s Sari was chosen as an Outstanding International Book, 2007, by the United States Board for Books for Young People and the Children’s Boo...

Sep 11, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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