Kochi Biennale Exhibition Closed Temporarily Amidst Protests Over Religious Artwork
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Kochi Biennale Exhibition Closed Temporarily Amidst Protests Over Religious Artwork

The Kochi Muziris Biennale has temporarily closed an exhibition venue after Christian groups, including the Syro-Malabar Church, protested an artwork they deem insulting to religious sentiments. The piece by artist Tom Vattakuzhy reimagines 'The Last Supper' with a dancer in place of Jesus and nuns as disciples. The church stated the artwork violates fundamental respect for religious beliefs. Vattakuzhy's work previously faced similar controversy in 2016.

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