Bihaag: A visual ode to desire, drapes and ancient Indian aesthetics
Photographer Tathagata Ghosh is set to captivate art lovers with his latest photography exhibition titled
'Bihaag'
, to be held at the Birla Academy of Art and Culture from July 2 to 6. The exhibition explores the theme of a royal harem through a sensuous and evocative lens, inspired by the mood of the night raaga,
Bihaag
.
'This raaga speaks of the intimacy and desire hidden in the heart of the night. Our visuals aim to evoke the same emotion,' says Ghosh, who has chosen to stay true to ancient Indian aesthetics by avoiding stitched garments — as was customary in those eras. The shoot focuses on multiple draping styles to capture the essence of India's sartorial history.
The exhibition features actors
Indrasish Roy
and
Saurav Das
, alongside Dimple Acharyya, Nil, and Titas as models. Speaking about his collaborators, Ghosh shares, 'Indrasish and Saurav are joy to work with. Dimple Nil and Titas added powerful visual depth to the shoot.'
Bihaag
promises an immersive experience blending history, sensuality, and fashion-forward storytelling — a bold narrative that celebrates the timeless allure of night and nostalgia.
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