Kala Samvad | 4th One-Day Group Art Exhibition at Taj Art Galley Mumbai

Kala Samvad’s 4th One-Day Group Art Exhibition Showcases 23 Artists at Taj Art Gallery, Mumbai

MUMBAI, AUGUST 21, 2026: The 4th One-Day Group Art Exhibition by Kala Samvad concluded successfully on August 21, 2026, at the prestigious Taj Art Gallery, The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, bringing together 23 talented artists and an impressive gathering of distinguished guests, art lovers, professionals and cultural personalities.

The exhibition was organised by Rajkumar Sharma, Founder, Kala Samvad. Nandkishor Thorat (MFA) served as Curator, while Harshit R. Sharma developed the concept and creative framework, and Jagdish P. Purohit oversaw the event.

The exhibition was formally inaugurated by Chief Guest H.E. Aliaksandr Matsukou, Consul General of the Republic of Belarus in Mumbai, in the distinguished presence of Guest of Honour Dr. Vijay G. Kalantri, Chairman, World Trade Center Mumbai; President, All India Association of Industries (AIAI); and Honorary Consul General of Uzbekistan.

The event was graced by several eminent personalities, including Padma Shri Premjit Baria, Eminent Artist from Diu; Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru), Adi H. Jehangir, Chairman, Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai; Devesh Mathur, Chief Operating Officer, HSBC Bangladesh; IRS Rajesh Dhabre, Commissioner of Customs – Madras & Bombay, Ministry of Finance, Government of India; IRS Prashant Patil, Additional Director, Ministry of Finance, Government of India; and Prof. G. G. Waghmare, Former Director, Directorate of Art, Government of Maharashtra.

Other distinguished guests included Dr. Uttam V. Jain, Member, Central Board of Film Certification, Mumbai; Jagdish P. Purohit, Chairman, India Press, Mumbai, Prof. Hemant Samant, Eminent Journalist & Translator, Prof. Rajiv Mishra (Principal, Sir J.J. College of Architecture, University of Mumbai) and Dr. Amjadkhan A. Pathan (Chairman, ASANAJ Healthcare Education & Research Foundation, Mumbai).

The exhibition featured the works of Padma Shri Premjit Baria, Padma Shri Achyut Palav, Dr. Vishalli Dongrie, Debolina Saha, Nandkishor Thorat, Yashica Dhabre, Madhavi Joshi, Nanda Pathak, Sushil N. Ghumbre (Kaka), Ganesh A. Honmukhe, Bansu Shah Sompura, Kashish Raj Chandra, Reena M. Shah, Reena Jain Khated, Harsha, Sapna Kedia, Nitu Lakhan Singh, Riyaa, Marriyum Assi, Pravinchandra Sarawade, Durva Chhabria, Pradeep J. Rane, and Khatri Bashir Ahmed.

The evening programme was further honoured by the presence of Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande, renowned Mallakhamb Guru; Prof. Rajiv Mishra, Principal, Sir J. J. College of Architecture, University of Mumbai; and Dr. Amjadkhan A. Pathan, Chairman, ASANAJ Healthcare Education & Research Foundation, Mumbai.

The exhibition offered a vibrant platform for artists to showcase their creativity while connecting with collectors, art enthusiasts, professionals and members of the wider cultural community. The diverse artworks and interactions throughout the day created opportunities for meaningful dialogue, networking and artistic exchange.

The successful conclusion of the 4th edition reaffirmed Kala Samvad’s commitment to Artist Promotion, Artist Branding, Professional Networking and Cultural Exchange. The initiative continues to provide artists with opportunities to strengthen their visibility, build meaningful connections and present their work on prestigious platforms.

Kala Samvad extends its heartfelt gratitude to all the participating artists, esteemed dignitaries, guests, supporters, collaborators and the entire team for their valuable presence, trust and contribution in making the 4th One-Day Group Art Exhibition a grand success.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru), Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH) and Rajkumar Sharma (Kala Samvad), along with his family, with Padma Shri Premjit Baria’s painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Dr. Vishalli Dongrie and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Debolina Saha and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Yashica Dhabre and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Nanda Pathak and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Sushil N. Ghumbre (Kaka) and his painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Bansu Shah Sompura and her Sculpture.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Reena Jain Khated and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Reena M. Shah and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Durva Chhabria and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Sapna Kedia and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Khatri Bashir Ahmed and his painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Marriyum Assi, her father & Mother and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Riyaa and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Nitu Lakhan Singh and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Pravinchandra Sarawade and his painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Kashish Raj Chandra and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Pradeep J. Rane and his Sculpture.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), with participant artist Ganesh A. Honmukhe and his painting.

Guest of Honour, Shri Megharaj Deore (Deputy Commissioner, Sales Tax, Government of Maharashtra), with participant artist Sushil N. Ghumbre (Kaka) and his painting.

Guest of Honour, Shri Megharaj Deore (Deputy Commissioner, Sales Tax, Government of Maharashtra), with participant artist Reena M. Shah and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Shri Megharaj Deore (Deputy Commissioner, Sales Tax, Government of Maharashtra), with participant artist Khatri Bashir Ahmed and his painting.

Guest of Honour, Shri Megharaj Deore (Deputy Commissioner, Sales Tax, Government of Maharashtra), with participant artist Marriyum Assi, her father & Mother and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Shri Megharaj Deore (Deputy Commissioner, Sales Tax, Government of Maharashtra), with participant artist Kashish Raj Chandra and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Shri Megharaj Deore (Deputy Commissioner, Sales Tax, Government of Maharashtra), with participant artist Pradeep J. Rane and his Sculpture.

Guest of Honour, Shri Megharaj Deore (Deputy Commissioner, Sales Tax, Government of Maharashtra), with participant artist Ganesh A. Honmukhe and his painting.

Guest of Honour Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru), presenting a Certificate of Participation to Guest Artist Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist from Diu, DNH), on behalf of Kala Samvad.

Guest of Honour Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist from Diu, DNH), presenting a Certificate of Participation to artist Dr. Vishalli Dongrie on behalf of Kala Samvad.

Participant artist Kashish Raj Chandra with Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru) and Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH).

Participant artist Yashica Dhabre with Mother and Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru), Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH).

Guest of Honour, Prof. Rajiv Mishra (Principal, Sir J.J. College of Architecture, University of Mumbai), with participant artist Dr. Vishalli Dongrie and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Prof. Rajiv Mishra (Principal, Sir J.J. College of Architecture, University of Mumbai), with participant artist Nanda Pathak and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Prof. Rajiv Mishra (Principal, Sir J.J. College of Architecture, University of Mumbai), with participant artist Reena M. Shah and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Prof. Rajiv Mishra (Principal, Sir J.J. College of Architecture, University of Mumbai), with participant artist Khatri Bashir Ahmed and his painting.

Guest of Honour, Prof. Rajiv Mishra (Principal, Sir J.J. College of Architecture, University of Mumbai), with participant artist Ganesh A. Honmukhe and his painting.

Guest of Honour, Prof. Rajiv Mishra (Principal, Sir J.J. College of Architecture, University of Mumbai), with participant artist Pradeep J. Rane and his sculpture.

Invited guests with participant artist Ganesh A. Honmukhe, alongside his artwork.

Guest of Honour, Dr. Amjadkhan A. Pathan (Chairman, ASANAJ Healthcare Education & Research Foundation, Mumbai), with participant artist Reena Jain Khated and her painting.

Guest of Honour, Dr. Amjadkhan A. Pathan (Chairman, ASANAJ Healthcare Education & Research Foundation, Mumbai), with Guest of Honour Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH) and organiser Rajkumar Sharma (Kala Samvad), with Padma Shri Premjit Baria’s painting.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru), Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), Rajkumar Sharma (Kala Samvad), and Ajith B. Kulkarni with his wife, along with other invited guests.

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru), Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH) and Rajkumar Sharma (Kala Samvad).

Guest of Honour, Padma Shri Uday Vishwanath Deshpande (Renowned Mallakhamb Guru), Padma Shri Premjit Baria (Eminent Artist, Diu, DNH), and Rajkumar Sharma (Kala Samvad) along with artist Arpana ji.