Posted on 4 January 2025:
Melodious, Pure and True: A Grand Art Exhibition by ICAC at Bikaner House, New Delhi
From the heart of Mumbai and Ahmedabad to the cultural pulse of New Delhi, the International Creative Art Centre (ICAC)—founded by visionary industrialist and art patron Mr. Ravindra Mardia—presents a landmark exhibition that promises to stir the soul and awaken the senses. Titled “Melodious, Pure and True”, this thoughtfully curated showcase brings together thirty-five exceptional artists under one roof at the LTC Gallery, Bikaner House, from 9th to 13th January 2026.
Curated by the renowned art historian JohnyML, the exhibition is a celebration of artistic sincerity and lyrical expression. Each work resonates with purity of intent and truth of emotion, offering viewers a rare chance to experience the diverse voices of contemporary Indian art in harmony.
Presented by the International Creative Art Centre (ICAC), this grand exhibition will be graced by the presence of eminent guests including Sandeep Marwah, Ms. Kiran Mohan, Vladimir Zaistev, Ashok Bhowmick and Sunil Kumar.
Curated by JohnyML, the show draws deeply from Mr. Ravindra Mardia’s vast personal collection of ten thousand works, with nineteen artists specially chosen for their resonance and purity.
“Over the years, I have had the privilege of building a vast and diverse collection of artworks from across India. This collection is not driven by acquisition alone, but by connection—connection with the artist, the process, and the philosophy behind each work. It includes masterpieces by senior and established artists who have shaped the narrative of Indian modern and contemporary art, as well as works by highly talented emerging artists who, I firmly believe, will become the future masters of our country. Many of these young artists possess the same intensity, originality, and courage that once defined legends such as Gaitonde, Hussain, Raza and Souza.” —Ravindra Mardia.
Melodious, Pure and True: Thirty-Five Voices of Art
The exhibition – MELODIOUS, PURE AND TRUE shines with the creative spirit of thirty-five remarkable artists. From the lyrical strokes of Chandra Bhattacharya and Manish Pushkale to the vibrant visions of Surya Prakash, Prem Singh, Yusuf, and Sangeeta Gupta, each name adds a unique rhythm to this collective harmony.
Artists like Yashwant Deshmukh, Pisurwo Jitendra, Hemant Dhane, Mainaz Bano, Poonam Kishore, Archana Yadav, Sunil Padwal, Nilesh Vede, and Vinod Sharma bring diverse textures, while Sanju Jain, Virangana Soni, Nagesh Ghodke, Prakash Waghmare, Rajesh Dev, Rashmi Khurana, and Abid Zaidi enrich the dialogue with fresh perspectives.
The gathering continues with Shanmuk Tamada, Sanghapal Mhaske, Rajan Fulari, Santosh Verma, Shabana Quadri, Ashok Bhowmick, Kanchan Chander, Neerja Chandana Peters, Ritu Singh, SKY, Jattinn Kocchar, Harpreet Singh, and Udayakumar T R—together forming a chorus of creativity that is melodious, pure and true.
VISITORS ARE INVITED TO JOIN DAILY CURATORIAL WALK-THROUGHS AND A SPECIAL PANEL ON 11TH JANUARY, MAKING THIS EXHIBITION A TRUE JOURNEY INTO THE LYRICAL TRUTH OF INDIAN ART.
