Bengaluru Exhibit Highlights Traditional Indian Wrestling Culture and History
The 'Grip, Hold, Pin' exhibition at Bengaluru's Museum of Art and Photography showcases the traditional Indian wrestling culture through contemporary photography, antique artifacts, paintings, and training equipment. Curated by Aayati Sengupta, it spans from the 19th to 21st century, highlighting the sport's history, including royal patronage and British-era influences. The exhibit emphasizes the living heritage of kushti, featuring items like maces, clubs, and textile stamps that reflect wrestling's cultural significance in India.
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indianexpress broke this story on 27 Aug, 03:23 pm. Other outlets followed.