The “Duo” exhibition ran March 24‑29 2026 at Birla Academy, Kolkata, showcasing painter S. Nagesh and sculptor Aarti Gupta Bhadauria.
Nagesh’s acrylic‑ink paintings featured rust‑like industrial textures, while Bhadauria’s terracotta sculptures embodied elemental forms and fluidity.
The show attracted strong footfall and enthusiastic engagement from Kolkata’s art community, receiving positive critical feedback.
Organisers highlighted the exhibition’s successful blend of traditional terracotta craft with modern industrial abstraction, reinforcing Kolkata’s cultural vibrancy.