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At the beginning of autumn, along with white flowers and cotton clouds, Pujo also arrives in Bengal. This festival is like a kaleidoscope where people from all walks of life come together to add their bits of colour to create a carnival which has achieved world-wide recognition. Durga Puja has been declared as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Asian Paints Sharad Shamman is a pioneer since 1985 in celebrating and honouring the best Pujo celebrations in respect of art, ta ...
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India’s rich heritage of handicrafts has been renowned across the globe for centuries. The ingenuity of its artisans and the diversity of crafts are borne out of its culture and vast geography. This limited series podcast brings to you stories of eight such crafts and the people behind them, from the length and breadth of India. From Palm Weave and Bandhej in the west; Charpai, Basketry, and Pom-poms in the north; to Ikat and Tussar in the east, and Madras Checks from southern India. Join us ...
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A Story that travels back four decades. Asian Paints Sharad Samman campaign – Shuddha Shuchi, Sustho Ruchi. A line penned by Poet Subhash Mukhopadhyay, beautifully expressed the essence of the grand Bengali festival. Purity of devotion and art - an idea by Asian Paints Sharad Samman sculpted a new dimension in Durga Puja. Thirty eight years have pa…
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Days of Durga Puja are a free pass to enjoy food, whatever the age or generation. Good food and Durga Puja are inseparable. Bengalis are not only fond of food. Music and songs are also an integral part of Durga Puja. It is with a song that we welcome Goddess Durga on the early morning of Mahalaya. Arrival of Asian Paints Sharad Shamman in 1985 brou…
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Durga Puja had evolved from a festival for aristocrats to a festival of commoners like us. The British era also witnessed revolution in the festival over the years! In the year 1790, a group of 12 friends at Guptipara in Hooghly decided to make Durga Puja, a festival for everyone. Which is today’s ‘BaaroYaari’ puja. The Swadeshi movement was at its…
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In 1610, the Durga Puja of the Roy Chowdhury family began. 400 years have passed, and even today the glory of Roy Chowdhury house has not faded. In the course of time from rituals to decoration much has changed in Durga Puja but the grand festival keeps on adding colour, enriches life and sparks new ideas. Asian Paints has gladly celebrated the fes…
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Along with the mythological narrative of Durga Puja, there are a thousand and one other stories surrounding this illustrious festival. In this episode, Nrisingho Prasad Bhaduri, a renowned historian and Indologist, tells us more about the festival. Apart from the Puranas, there are intriguing stories surrounding this Bengal folk festival. Asian Pai…
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The celebration of Durga Puja reflects various aspects of life for Bengal and Bengalis. It is a vibrant celebration of life and livelihood that leaves an imprint on our culture, tradition, and folklore that spans cities, villages, and time. Asian Paints has enthusiastically supported the festival since its inception, giving rise to Sharad Samman, w…
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Welcome to Taana Baana by Asian Paints Royale Play! This 8 part limited series podcast brings to you the stories of 8 crafts from India's rich heritage of handicrafts. We invite you to join us on this wonderful journey to explore the ingenuity of the artisans and the diversity of crafts in India. You can bring home the beauty of these beautiful art…
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From Goa to Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, the craft of palm weave has been a part of our life for centuries. This simple yet beautiful craft not only has made its impact on the culture of India, but also has its presence in history - from the days of Mahabharata. The elegant chevron pattern of Palm Weave is a symbol of minimalism and simp…
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From Ibn Batuta to less traveled souls like us, we all have experienced Khat in some form! You may have seen it at Dhabas and enjoyed a meal on it, or played a game of cards or chess on it, or laid back on it gazing at a sky full of stars. In this episode, we explore the beauty and simplicity of Khat, also known as charpai, khatiya, manjee and maan…
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The art of tying and dyeing fabrics known as Bandhej has a prominent existence in the cultural history of India. In this episode, we take the journey to the surreal white sand desert of Kutch to know more about this beautiful art form. You can bring home the beauty of Gujrat & Rajasthan, and the vibrance of Bandhej, as a texture on your wall, in a …
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From the Asia Pacific region to the Middle East and from Europe to Latin America and West Africa, Ikat is a form of patterning that brings together nearly the entire world. Records of Ikat are found in the 6th Century Ajanta and Ellora frescoes. Typically characterized by the slight blurriness of its designs, the process of tying and dyeing yarns i…
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The art of weaving baskets in India is as ancient as pottery. In this episode we travel to Kashmir to know the history and significance of Basket weaving. Apart from Kashmir, wickerwork is also practiced in several other states in India. We explore how this art form has become an integral part of the daily life of Indians across its geography. You …
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For more than 4000 years, the splendor of silk has been a quintessential part of every joyous occasion in India. Its inherent sheen and elegance grace every occasion in alluring colours, from weddings and festivals to all of life’s little celebrations. In this episode, we take on the journey to know more about Tussar - one of the four varieties of …
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Madras Checks created a unique place for itself, in different cultures across the world since the 15th century. The fabric and its popularity reached every corner of the world. And in some regions it still remains an integral part of the culture, to this day. A fabric that became a symbol for status for people across cultures has stories to share. …
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Apart from winter wear in India, you may have also seen colourful little pom poms adorning trucks and even dangling from knit straps on camels. The stories of their origin go to the era of the Vikings. The cute and adorable smushes of fur, feathers, ribbon, or wool known as Pompoms have been used across the world. You can bring home the joy and the…
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