Henna Rakheja writes on city, art and culture, for the daily Entertainment & Lifestyle supplement, HT City.
Articles by Henna Rakheja
14th Annual Art Carnival: Getting the youth to take to the canvas
About 600 artworks by 200 students are being showcased at the 14th Annual Art Carnival. The exhibition aims to take the young generation back to the roots and preserve the old, classical traditions and culture of art.
Updated on May 21, 2016 05:30 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
Freedom struggle to Bollywood, these matchbox labels tell a story
A city architect displays his collection of matchboxes, based on themes ranging from India’s freedom struggle to Bollywood. The exhibit will also narrate stories of early Indian merchants, religion, mythology, art and architecture, kings and courtesans, advertising and imitations that can be seen on matchbox labels.
Updated on May 20, 2016 07:12 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
Book review: Re-imagining dharma
Gautam Chikermane’s book takes its cue from one of the incidents of the Mahabharata – where the Pandavas are trapped in a palace of wax in the city of Varanavat. The story that thus follows is imagined in the authors head and glues the reader to it.
Updated on May 13, 2016 08:38 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
Japanese art makes its way to Delhi’s culture gully
65 posters by contemporary Japanese graphic designers are on display as part of an exhibition. From the period of Bubble Economy in 80s and 90s, to the memories of nuclear bombings on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, these posters revive a plethora of emotions.
Updated on May 13, 2016 08:29 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
Colourful Indian streets fascinate Scottish artist Andy Fairgrieve
Scottish artist-curator Andy Fairgrieve shares his love for colourful Indian streets and paneer. On a trip to India recently for an art event, he expressed his concern for the hardships that artists face
Updated on Apr 22, 2016 06:14 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
Lights won’t go off at Akshara thanks to fans’ support and donations
After HT City reported that Delhi’s iconic Akshara Theatre was struggling to clear its unpaid electricity bill of Rs 5 lakh, people from across India sent their donations to ensure that the show goes on at Akshara.
Published on Apr 11, 2016 03:53 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
Visual tribute to musicians Gangubai Hangal, Ravi Shankar and others
Forty black and white photographs of musicians by artist Shobha Deepak Singh will be displayed as part of an exhibition in the city.
Updated on Apr 09, 2016 02:49 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
Holi hai... ya hooliganism? It’s time to speak up!
Hooliganism during Holi isn’t uncommon, it’s quite the norm, in fact. But when hooliganism almost extends to violence against women, it’s time to sit up and take note.
Updated on Mar 24, 2016 09:45 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
They say Chak De while ice-skating!
While many think that it is not an easy task to learn skating; these girls have taken it a notch higher and are playing hockey while ice-skating. All set to represent India at the international level for the first time, the Indian women’s ice hockey team is in high spirits
Updated on Mar 12, 2016 02:51 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
Artists, stand in queue: Galleries in Delhi are booked for a year
Places can be booked against cancellations but there is no guarantee.
Updated on Jan 12, 2016 06:33 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
Kareena Kapoor is too busy to start a family: Karisma
She surely believes that motherhood is the best thing in the world, but when it comes to advising her little sis on experiencing this bliss, actor Karisma Kapoor steers clear. “When Kareena is ready, she’ll take the plunge. But I think right now she’s really busy with work commitments,” she says.
Updated on Dec 13, 2015 05:53 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
Colours and crafts at IITF, make in India is theme this year
India International Trade Fair is opening for the general public from tomorrow.
Updated on Nov 18, 2015 06:03 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
Light up your Diwali the artistic way this year
In a stark contrast to artificial and foreign-made articles are the earthen lamps and lanterns that have been essential elements of Diwali celebrations since long and continue to earn Indian potters their livelihood.
Updated on Oct 29, 2016 09:04 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja
I could never show my calibre: Govinda
In a candid chat with Hindustan Times, Govinda claims none of his films exploited his callibre and all of the successfull ones were unplanned.
Updated on Oct 23, 2015 09:06 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
The many shades of Islamic craftmanship on display in Delhi
An ongoing exhibition in the city displays the intricacies of Islamic craftmanship, touching upon the history that continues to intrigue.
Updated on Aug 11, 2015 05:31 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
Artist portrays nuances of life, bright and textured
Life explored through bright canvases of this artist are not just about vibrant colours but also the trivial things that make life.
Updated on Aug 05, 2015 08:00 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
Shiva, shakti and feminine power: Artworks that speak volumes
The group art exhibition titled Shakti - Woman of Substance displays the works of artists through the medium of paintings, photographs, sculptures and digital art. It will be on till July 19 at Visual Arts Gallery, India Habitat Centre.
Updated on Jul 15, 2015 03:18 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, Mumbai
Pissing and more: All the things that shock on a Delhi Metro ride
If the recent ‘pissing’ incident has shocked you, read on to know of other nightmarish experiences Delhiites have had on Delhi Metro.
Updated on Aug 21, 2015 06:05 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi
Aao twist karein! Modern adaptations of yoga
It might be easy for Baba Ramdev to repeat same yoga asanas every morning, but Delhiites can’t keep their boredom at bay even when exercising. So, good old yoga now comes in many modern adaptations.
Updated on Jun 21, 2015 04:40 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Henna Rakheja, New Delhi