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Bengaluru exhibit offers rare glimpse into South Indian cinema’s past

Built over 25 years of searching junk shops in Tamil Nadu and oth... Read More
An exhibition in Bengaluru showcases a collection of South Indian film memorabilia This collection at Gallery Sumukha, includes (left) photographs, mini sculptures, (below) vintage movie reels, and other items related to the South Indian film industry.
Built over 25 years of searching junk shops in Tamil Nadu and other locations, the collection is now on display for the first time.
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The collection, by photographer Clare Arni, offers a glimpse into fan culture, particularly that of the 1970s, when superstar culture thrived due to limited entertainment options. “It was a time when superstar culture thrived,” she tells us.

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