Bangladeshi fashion: No longer the underdog in bridal couture
Bangladeshi fashion has evolved from Bollywood-influenced styles to a thriving industry showcasing heritage fabrics like jamdani and muslin. Brides now embrace local designs,…
Arts
A life in sculpture art: the tragic beauty of Vietnamese artist Nguyen Nhu Y
The experiences of love, loss, and profound grief permeate Nguyen Nhu Y’s art.
Mud walls to international galleries: The evolution of Gond art
The word Gond is derived from ‘Kond’, which means green mountains, and tribal people are known as Gondis since they primarily live in Madhya Pradesh’s beautiful green…
Art exhibition raises funds for needy artists in Ho Chi Minh
The exhibition titled “Nhan Ai” (Compassion) showcases 175 paintings and sculptures in different materials such as lacquer, oil, acrylic, and watercolour created by 137…
Traditional Japanese kites bring New Year’s cheer to park visitors in Tokyo
The kites, adorned with ninja and other traditional Japanese designs, complement the nearby decorative kadomatsu (New Year’s bamboo and pine ornaments), creating a festive New…
Art exhibition in Hanoi inspired by the zodiac of 2025
Bidding farewell to the old year and celebrating the new zodiac symbol, the G39 artists' group launches their annual exhibition with the central theme of the snake, ready for 2025.
Three Bapsi Sidhwa novels you need to read
On December 25, Pakistan lost one of its most beloved novelists, Bapsi Sidhwa. Sidhwa’s passing marks a great loss for South Asian literature. She lives on through her complex…
Malaysian musicians shine at inclusive arts event in New Delhi
Music transcends boundaries, and Malaysian band Zimi J, comprising five youths with high-functioning autism, made their international debut at Sambhav, an event celebrating…
Hill Film Festival: A celebration of Indigenous voices and global cinema
The Hill Film Festival returns to the hills of Rangamati, showcasing a diverse array of cinematic voices from around the world.
‘Show Pow’ event promotes Thailand’s soft power on fashion
More than 100 brands of apparel, handicrafts, beauty products, gems and jewellery are being showcased in the “Show Pow” event at Emsphere shopping mall in Bangkok in a bid to…