Reclining Buddha
Rs 5,000Two brass item stores couldnt be more different. Located at two far-flung corners of the city, Moradabad Metal House at Pydhonie, sticks to tradition, while Charbhuja at Santacruz Market takes tradition to modern levels.
Located next to Minara Masjid, Moradabad Metal House is stocked with traditional Moradabadi and Persian delights.
Pravin Darekar stands beside the 100-inch vase in his Pydhonie storeCharbhuja is a storehouse of Hindu deities and modern Feng Shui trinkets. What connects the two, is that they offer rare finds at rock bottom prices.
I come from Moradabad, also known as the Brass City, declares Pravin Darekar, who arrived in Mumbai to the city with eight brothers.
Moradabad, once ruled by Mughal Emperor Shahjahan, had an influence on the brass makers of the district, a distinct style that Pravin has carried with him to the city.
Shankh design
brass Ganesha
Rs 3,000We have brass vases with intricate Chuniajali and Bidri work, traditional hookahs, miniature gramophones and Moghul-style jugs. Since the area is predominantly Muslim, these traditional Moghul-style products are very popular here, says Pravin, pointing to the showstopper: A 100-inch tall vase that towers over him. The items range from Rs 200 to Rs 8,000.
Miles away is Charbhuja, named after a Hindu God. While brass Ganeshas, Krishna and Goddesses (Rs 300 to Rs 7,000) are its mainstay, it also makes room for exotic South East Asian Buddhas (Rs 1,000 to Rs 7,000) and Feng Shui bells (Rs 300 to Rs 1,000).
Brass elephant
Rs 800While we love to keep tradition alive through Charbhuja, we also have to cater to changing trends, says proprietor Prakash Mehta. Prakashbhai guarantees that the Buddhas you see here are sold at high-end stores with an inflated price tag.
First of all you wont get the variety we offer, and the price will be at least 25% higher.
kanika@mid-day.com
How to get there
Muradabad Metal House, 384, Ibrahim Rehmatulla Road, Pydhonie. Tel: 23463170 Charbhuja, 9 Nagri building, Station Road, Santacruz (W). Tel: 26000739
Tuesday: See!
The show Myrrh presents art in both conventional and modern forms.
Both budding and veteran artists have presented their works in this exhibition that includes works in installation, photography, mixed media and other art forms. On till June 24 from 11 am to 7 pm.
At Tao Art Gallery, 165 Dr Annie Besant Road, Worli (Tel: 24918585)
Check out the works of Bharat Kumbhar, Hemlata Yadav, Kamal Kant, K.P. Mukundan, Prahlad Sutar and R.B. Patil at the exhibition titled Confluence. On till June 21 from 11 am to 7 pm.
At Mumbai Art Gallery, Sab TV Lane, New Link Road, Andheri (W) (Tel: 26392222 / 9870532222)
What happens when a man learns about his wifes hypothetical lover? Written by Darion Fo and Franca Rame, The Open Couple explores the consequences of a situation when a couple decides to stray from their partners. This 80-minute play stars Nazneen Madan and Jagdish Rajpurohit. Tickets are priced at Rs 100 onwards.
On June 20, 21 and 22 at Prithvi Theatre, Juhu at 9 pm
From a flute to a human figure discover art in its glory in this exhibition. Check out five sculptures carved by Mohammed Ghufran Kidwai at this ongoing show.
At Winter Garden, Le Royal Meridien Mumbai, Sahar
Check out the recent works of Saaz Agarawal, Vikas Patnekar, Ramesh Terdal, Veeru Solanki and Meena Wani. On June 30 from 11 am to 7 pm.
At The Fourth Floor, Kitab Mahal, Fort (Tel: 22079119/ 4772/ 1771)
Symphonic Zephyr, an ongoing exhibition of paintings by artist Suruchi, will transport you to the picturesque Ladakh valley that has time and again featured in her works. The artist has worked with varied media including pastels, oil and water colours in this series. On till June 25 from 12 noon to 9 pm.
At Art Walk, Hilton Towers, Nariman Point
This exhibition has presented a kaleidoscopic view of our rapidly expanding city. The exhibition, Bricks Without Full Stops, presents the paintings of DElhi-based artists Samit Das and Ashok Ahuja. On till the end of this month from 10 am to
7 pm, daily except on Sundays.
At Bombay Art Gallery, Malabar Hills, Grant Road (Tel: 23675254)
Course
Enterprise...
This training programme is aimed at women. Attend the 12-week course of Enterprise to be launched by Narsee Monjee Institute of Management & Higher Studies. Last date for registration is June 30. Every Tuesday to Friday from July 11 from 2 pm to 5 pm (Tel: 9819188411 / 26183688)
Discussion
Architecture...
What is the biggest challenge in architectural projects in Mumbai? Architects Pinkish and Shilpa Gore will speak on the various challenges and on how to enhance space at the talk, organised by Kamala Raheja Vidyanidhi Institute of Architecture. On June 21 at Vidyanidhi Marg, Juhu at 10.15 am (Tel: 26700918)
Workshop
Secretary...
A secretarys job is much more than attending phone calls. Take part in the two-day workshop, to be conducted by the Indo-American Society, that will help you deliver upto your utmost capacity. You have to pay Rs 5,612. On June 21 (Tel: 56316898)
Art...
Can the brush and canvas take you closer to nature? Get your kids to attend the session, Drawing Closer to Nature, conducted by art educator Shital Mehta. The children will be encouraged to put pen to paper and participate in other creative activities in natural surroundings. Open to children between six and 12 years. From June 20 at Shantivan Garden, Nepean Sea Road from 5 pm to 6.30 pm
(Tel: 9820449428)
Drama...
Set your childs creative spirit free. Sign them up for a speech and drama
workshop that includes sessions on poetry, mime, storytelling and acting. Open to children above five years. From June 30 at The Artistes Studio, Seven Bungalows, Andheri (W) (Tel: 9821461197/26304948)
Exhibition
Books...
This one is meant especially for children. Get upto 60% off on the Harry Potter series, folk tales and fables. You can also get up to 5% off on CDs, Funskool products and Mattel toys. Painting competitions will also be held during the second week of the exhibition. On till June 25 at Oxford Bookstore, Churchgate
Performance
Music...
Take a walk down memory lane with Rajendra Jhaveri and Reema Desais rendition of melodies sung by legendary singer Mukesh. Memories Of Mukesh will be compered by Nitin Desai. On June 22 at Prabhodan Thakare Hall, Borivali (W) at 8.30 pm (Tel: 9820067615)
Celebrate the monsoon by revelling in raag malhar. Apart from Ustad Rashid Khan, Pandit Rajan Mishra and Pt. Ramashraya Jha, maestros of the sarangi, violin, clarionette, sitar and tabla will participate in a cultural extravaganza called Malhar Mahotsav. From June 22 to June 24 at Dinanath Hall, Vile Parle (E) at 7.45 pm (Tel: 26590433/26592439)
Dance...
Sonia Prachure brings alive Lord Krishnas charm with her kathak recital at Kanha Megh Utsav. Entry is free. On June 21 at Bhagvat Dham, Parsik Hall, Navi Mumbai at 7.30 pm (Tel: 9821599933/9821057483)
Treat yourself to Kathakali, an ancient dance form from Kerala.
C. Gopalakrishnan, his student Amrutha Narayana and Kerala-based dancer Parayanampatta Divakaran present Kuchelavritham. Entry is free. On June 23 at Bhagvat Dham, Parsik Hall, Navi Mumbai at 7.30 pm (Tel: 9821599933)
Dance...
Mandakini Trivedi, accompanied by Jayanti Sundaram (vocals) will invokes Goddess Durga through a Mohiniattam performance. Devdutt Patnaik will address a lecture, Durga In Myth, Music And Dance. Entry is free. On June 25 at Nehru Centre Auditorium, Dr Annie Besant Road, Worli at 11 am (Tel: 24964680)
Ranjini Ganesh Ramesh and her group Padam will stage Bharatnatyam recitals at an event organised by Sanskriti. On June 25 at YWCA, Asha Kiran, Andheri (W) at 6 pm
Seminar
Animation...
Learn how to infuse life into still images. Sign up for a full-time course in Animation and Visual Communication. Also attend an ongoing seminar to know more about future prospects. From July 10 at L.S. Raheja College (Tel: 9870505589)
Health
Cancer...
Get rid of your misconceptions about cancer at a lecture titled, Cancer is Curable thats organised by HELP. On June 20 at Excelsior Business Center, near Excelsior Cinema, Dr D. N. Road at 4 pm (Tel: 55852393/55852394)
Poetry on celluloid: Create it
If you have always harboured the dream of studying in the land of Shakespeare, this session is a must attend for you. Educational counsellors will tell you about the criteria for studying in the UK. Besides a details on the disciplines taught at different universities, you will get an idea of scholarship opportunities and loans. Every Tuesday at British Council, Nariman Point (Tel: 22823560)
Top 3
1. Its a tale of friendship and betrayal. Doctors Kalpish and Ratna will read from their book Nyagrodha: The Ficus Chronicles. At Granth Bookstore,
Juhu at 5.30 pm
2. Are you a lover of poetry? Read out and discuss your favourite Shakespearan and other poems with people who share your passion at Loquations. At Sunken Garden, NCPA, Nariman Point at 6 pm. Call: 22833838
3. If you harbour a passion for cinema, attend a seminar on non-linear editing to be conducted by FTII graduate Sankalp Meshram. On June 24 at Digital Academy, Andheri (E) at 2.30 pm. Call: 28229944
