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The Hindu
21-07-2025
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- The Hindu
Week-long retrospective exhibition of photojournalist Yajna's works takes off at Kodialguthu Centre for Art and Culture
The Mangaluru Chapter of the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (Intach) and the Art Kanara Trust inaugurated a week-long retrospective photography exhibition titled 'Mangalore, Back Then…Through the eyes of Yajna' at Kodialguthu Centre for Art and Culture, Ballalbagh, on Saturday. The exhibition offers a rare glimpse into Mangaluru's urban and rural life between the 1970s and 2000s, as captured through the lens of veteran photojournalist Yajneshwara Acharya, fondly known as Yajna. A revered figure in the region's visual history, Yajna's evocative black-and-white photographs capture everyday scenes and significant moments with a painterly sensibility, reflecting the transformation of Tulunadu over the decades. Intach co-convener Nemiraj Shetty noted the exhibition is part of the Mangalore Art and Archival Project initiated by Art Kanara Trust, which seeks to preserve and present rare archival images of the Tulunadu region. Speaking a the inaugural session Intach convener Subhas Chandra Basu said,'We felt it was important to document these rare images from Yajna's archives. More importantly, Yajna was keen to revisit the same locations and photograph them anew. Two young photographers were invited to accompany him, so they could observe a veteran at work and carry forward his visual legacy,' he explained. Alongside archival works, the exhibition also features images from this recent photographic journey undertaken by Yajna with architect-photographer Murali Abbemane and writer-photographer Deekshith R. Pai. Appreciating the organisers for their efforts, Mr. Yajna said, 'I'm thankful to the Intach team for bringing this project to life. I have enough material to curate four more exhibitions on different themes. It's deeply satisfying to see people engaging with these photographs and finding a connection.' The exhibition is open to the public from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. till July 26.
Time of India
18-07-2025
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- Time of India
Exhibition of veteran photojournalist's works from today
Mangaluru: The Mangaluru Chapter of the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH), in association with Art Kanara Trust, will present a week-long retrospective photo exhibition titled 'Mangalore, Back Then - Through The Eyes Of Yajna' at Kodialguthu Centre for Art and Culture, Ballalbagh, from Saturday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The exhibition will showcase rare black-and-white photographs captured by veteran photojournalist Yajna (Yajneshwara Acharya) between 1970 and 2000, offering an evocative glimpse into Mangaluru's urban and rural life during a time of transformation. The exhibition will open with an exclusive preview at 5.30 pm on Saturday. The exhibition will remain open to the public between 11 am and 7 pm till July 26. Known for his painterly eye and sensitive compositions, Yajna chronicled the changing faces of the Kanara region during his decades-long career as a photojournalist. A selection of images from his recent collaborative journey across the Kanara coast—undertaken with architect-photographer Murali Abbemane and writer-photographer Deekshith R Pai—will also be on display. Together, these photographs, curated as part of the Mangalore Art & Archival Project, present a compelling visual dialogue between past and present, held together by the enduring vision of one of the region's most iconic lensmen, stated a release.
The Hindu
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Mangalore through the eyes of Yajna, a photo exhibition from Sunday
The Mangaluru Chapter of the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH), in association with the Art Kanara Trust, will present a week-long retrospective photo exhibition titled 'Mangalore, Back the eyes of Yajna'. The exhibition will open with an exclusive preview on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. at the Kodialguthu Centre for Art and Culture, Ballalbagh, in the presence of artist V. U. George. The exhibition will remain open to the public till July 26, between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. It will showcase rare black-and-white photographs captured by veteran photojournalist Yajna (Yajneshwara Acharya) between 1970 and 2000, offering an evocative glimpse into Mangaluru's urban and rural life during a time of transformation. Known for his painterly eye and sensitive compositions, Yajna chronicled the changing faces of the Kanara region during his decades-long career with Udayavani. A selection of images from his recent collaborative journey across the Kanara coast—undertaken with architect-photographer Murali Abbemane and writer-photographer Deekshith R. Pai—will also be on display. Together, these photographs, curated as part of the Mangalore Art & Archival Project, present a compelling visual dialogue between past and present, held together by the enduring vision of one of the region's most iconic lensman, a release said.
Time of India
10-07-2025
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- Time of India
Actor Guru Dutt honoured on his birth centenary year
MANGALURU: To mark the birth centenary of legendary filmmaker Guru Dutt , the Mangaluru Chapter of the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH), in association with Art Kanara Trust, hosted a special panel discussion on Wednesday at the Kodialguthu Centre for Art and Culture, Ballalbagh. Titled 'Guru Dutt – Remembering the Man and His Persona, Movies and Messages', the programme brought together noted speakers to reflect on the enduring legacy of one of Indian cinema's most influential auteurs. The panel featured writer and activist K. Phaniraj, Karnataka Chalanachitra Academy member Ivan D'Silva, and writer and former The Times of India associate editor Jayanth Kodkani. Subhas Chandra Basu, Convener of INTACH Mangaluru Chapter, moderated the session, while Co-Convener Nemiraj Shetty introduced the panellists. Subhas Basu opened the session by noting Guru Dutt's deep cultural connection with the region. 'Guru Dutt's family roots trace back to Panambur, near Mangaluru, and though he lived briefly here, the influence of coastal Karnataka lingered in his creative imagination,' he said. He also spoke about Dutt's formative years in Kolkata and how the city's post-independence turmoil, including famine, political unrest, and mass migration, shaped his social consciousness and cinematic themes. Jayanth Kodkani evoked the powerful imagery from Pyaasa, referencing the iconic song 'Yeh Duniya Agar Mil Bhi Jaye'. 'I watched Pyaasa at a special screening in the 1970s. As the song reached its peak, people stood up and clapped, decades after its release. That's the timeless power of Guru Dutt's cinema,' he said, praising the director's masterful use of light and shadow to convey emotional depth. K. Phaniraj offered a broader socio-political reading of Guru Dutt's films. 'In the 1950s, Indian cinema was preoccupied with nation-building through idealised families. But Guru Dutt went against the grain. His films often depicted dysfunctional families or none at all. He chose to spotlight the inner struggles of the individual, especially the youth,' he noted. Ivan D'Silva highlighted the technical brilliance of Guru Dutt's craft. 'His work was far ahead of its time — experimenting with camera angles, lighting, and narrative structure. Unlike most mainstream cinema, his female characters were strong, independent, and resilient,' he said. The discussion was followed by an engaging interaction with the audience. Prof. Krishnamoorthy, former principal of Govinda Dasa College, Surathkal, shared insights from Nanna Maga, Gurudutta, a biography by the filmmaker's mother, Vasanthi Padukone. 'Many know him through his films; I connected with him through his formative years in Dakshina Kannada,' he said.
The Hindu
08-07-2025
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- The Hindu
Cinematic legend Guru Dutt to be remembered on his birth centenary
The Mangaluru Chapter of the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) and the Art Kanara Trust will commemorate the birth centenary year of screen legend Guru Dutt with a panel discussion on 'Guru Dutt - Remembering the man and his persona, movies and Messages', at Kodialguthu Centre for Art and Culture in Ballalbagh, at 5 p.m. on Wednesday. The organisers have invited movie lovers to attend and be part of the tribute to a cinematic legend. The panel would feature noted writer and activist K. Phaniraj, Karnataka Chalanachitra Academy member Ivan D'Silva and writer Jayanth Kodkani. Intach Mangaluru convenor Subhas Chandra Basu would introduce and moderate the discussion. Guru Dutt, born on July 9, 1925, as Vasanth Kumar Shivashankar Padukone, is widely regarded as one of Indian cinema's most visionary filmmakers. Known for classics such as Pyaasa, Kaagaz Ke Phool and Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam, his deeply poetic and socially reflective films continue to influence generations, said a release. Guru Dutt hailed from a Chitrapur Saraswat Konkani family with roots in Panambur near Mangaluru, making his centenary a moment of special significance to the coastal Karnataka region. For details, call Nemiraj Shetty, 9986366355 or Rajendra Kedige, 9480014812.
