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'''Charuvi Agrawal''' (born 20 June 1983) born in New Delhi is an Indian painter, sculptor, animator, visual and [[Installation art|installation artist]] |
'''Charuvi Agrawal''' (born 20 June 1983) born in New Delhi is an Indian painter, sculptor, animator, visual and [[Installation art|installation artist]]. |
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== Career == |
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== Contributions and Recognitions == |
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Mentioned in Limca Book of World Records.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2011-04-18 |title=You searched for Charuvi agrawal - India Book of Records |url=https://indiabookofrecords.in/?s=Charuvi+agrawal |archive-date= |website=India Book of Records}}</ref> |
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==Work== |
==Work== |
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Shri Hanuman Chalisa directed in 2013 <ref>{{Cite web |date=2014-01-07 |title=Charuvi Design Labs 'Shri Hanuman Chalisa' to be honored as "Outstanding Indian Design based IP" at Orbit Live- Industry Honours 2014 - |url=https://www.animationxpress.com/animation/charuvi-design-labs-shri-hanuman-chalisa-to-be-honored-as-outstanding-indian-design-based-ip-at-orbit-live-industry-honours-2014/ |website=AnimationXpress}}</ref> |
Mentioned in [[Limca Book of Records|Limca Book of World Records]]. Shri Hanuman Chalisa directed in 2013 <ref>{{Cite web |date=2014-01-07 |title=Charuvi Design Labs 'Shri Hanuman Chalisa' to be honored as "Outstanding Indian Design based IP" at Orbit Live- Industry Honours 2014 - |url=https://www.animationxpress.com/animation/charuvi-design-labs-shri-hanuman-chalisa-to-be-honored-as-outstanding-indian-design-based-ip-at-orbit-live-industry-honours-2014/ |website=AnimationXpress}}</ref> Her other works are physical installation, such as the "Shri Hanuman Suspended Sculpture." She is a Co-Creator in [[The Legend of Hanuman]] Series. Her exhibitions include Thali Bajao Praxinoscope, Shakti Fair & [[National Gallery of Modern Art|NGMA]]. |
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Her other works are physical artworks, such as the "Shri Hanuman Suspended Sculpture." She has also contributed as a team member in Hanuman Series |
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== Thali Bajao Praxinoscope – The People's Revolution == |
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At the Jayprakash Narayan Museum in Lucknow, Charuvi Agrawal's "Thali Bajao [[Praxinoscope]]" presents a unique storytelling experience through art. Using diverse materials, the seven-foot-tall revolving sculpture encapsulates a significant historical moment, inviting viewers to ponder its contemporary relevance. Crafted over 11 weeks in a makeshift workshop, the installation combines clay, fiberglass, metal, plaster, and acrylic. Enhanced with calibrated strobe lights and set on a rotating platform, it offers a captivating glimpse into its essence, akin to a large-scale zoetrope—truly one-of-a-kind in India.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-05-30 |title=Experience a one of its kind praxinoscope at The The Jayprakash Narayan Museum in Lucknow |url=https://www.animationxpress.com/latest-news/experience-one-kind-praxinoscope-jayprakash-narayan-museum-lucknow/ |website=AnimatinXpress}}</ref> |
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== The Legend of Hanuman - Animated Web Series == |
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* Shri Hanuman Suspended Sculpture": This 25-foot sculpture, composed of 26,000 bells. As a traveling art installation, it has been displayed at locations such as the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), Select CITYWALK,<ref>{{Cite news |title=Come and witness the grandeur of Lord Hanuman at Select CITYWALK – India TV |url=https://www.indiatvnews.com/news/india/hanuman-ji-at-select-citywalk-mall-photos-42580.html}}</ref> Red Fort, as well as in cities including Mumbai, Pune,<ref>{{Cite news |title=Phoenix Marketcity, Pune Unveils Majestic 25-Foot Lord Hanuman Sculpture Titled Divine Vibrations in Commemoration of Ram Mandir Inauguration |url=https://www.business-standard.com/content/press-releases-ani/phoenix-marketcity-pune-unveils-majestic-25-foot-lord-hanuman-sculpture-titled-divine-vibrations-in-commemoration-of-ram-mandir-inauguration-124012300517_1.html}}</ref> and Indore. |
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"The Legend of Hanuman" is an animated series produced by Graphic India, with creative inputs from [[Sharad Devarajan]], Charuvi Agrawal, and [[Jeevan Kang|Jeevan J. Kang]]. This series, which brings together artists from Graphic India, Charuvi Design Labs (CDL), and Redefine, depicts the journey of Lord Hanuman as he evolves from a mighty warrior to a god. Released globally on [[Disney+ Hotstar]] on January 29, 2021, in seven Indian languages, it narrates Hanuman's trials and triumphs, highlighting themes of hope and resilience. The series, available in multiple languages exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar VIP, has released Seasons 1,2 & 3. The Legend of Hanuman has won 4 awards and 1 nomination. It won Outstanding Achievement Award for Animated Films, Outstanding Achievement Award for Family/Children Films, [[World Film Carnival Singapore|The WFC]] - Singapore Award for Television / Pilot Program or Series, and The WFC - Singapore Award for Best Producer. It was nominated for the Indian Television Academy Award for Best Mytho/Fantasy Serial.<ref name=":0" /> |
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⚫ | * "Shakti: Fair & Fierce": Standing at 10 feet tall, this sculptural installation is crafted from over 150,000 hand-blown glass beads.<ref>{{Cite news |title=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/art/shakti-fair-fierce-celebrating-feminine-power-through-art-at-delhis-ngma/article67914798.ece |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/art/shakti-fair-fierce-celebrating-feminine-power-through-art-at-delhis-ngma/article67914798.ece}}</ref> |
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== Shakti: Fair & Fierce == |
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"Shakti: Fair & Fierce," featured at 'Lumena', is a multimedia sculptural installation by Charuvi Agrawal that celebrates the divine feminine. The 10-foot tall piece, composed of over 150,000 hand-blown glass beads, represents themes of purity, balance, and transformation. This work is a tribute to the power and spirituality of the female figure, reflecting Charuvi’s dedication to exploring deep spiritual themes through her artistic work.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2024-03-06 |title='Shakti: Fair & Fierce' art exhibition empowers talented women artists across India to showcase their work {{!}} Lifestyle Gallery News - The Indian Express |url=https://indianexpress.com/photos/lifestyle-gallery/shakti-fair-fierce-art-exhibition-women-empowerment-national-gallery-of-modern-art-delhi-9196413/ |work=The Indian Express}}</ref> |
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== Charuvi Design Labs == |
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In 2009, Charuvi founded [[Charuvi Design Labs]] (CDL) in Gurugram, focusing on producing high-quality animation content and innovative artwork. CDL has since become a hub for pioneering work in 2D and 3D animation, visual effects, and interactive installations.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Top technology trends to rule the Indian animation industry in 2023 |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/voices/top-technology-trends-to-rule-the-indian-animation-industry-in-2023/}}</ref> |
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The "Ramayana Chitrakavyam" exhibition at the [[National Gallery of Modern Art]] (NGMA) in Delhi showcased contemporary artists' interpretations, including works by [[Jamini Roy]] and [[Nandalal Bose|Nandlal Bose]], depicting the story of Hanuman. A standout feature was the "Hanuman's Journey: The Kaavad Shrine," a life-sized, hand-painted kaavad installation (8 ft x 16 ft) depicting Hanuman's self-realization journey. The kaavad incorporated interactive elements like folding shutters and shelves, adorned with meticulously replicated items from Hanuman's narrative, such as the Ram Setu and Rama's ring, providing visitors with a tactile and immersive experience of Hanuman's story.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Kaavad - 16 Feet Story Book - Charuvi Agrawal - WikiArt.org |url=https://www.wikiart.org/en/charuvi-agrawal/kaavad-16-feet-story-book |website=Wikiart}}</ref> |
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==References== |
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[[Category:Women artists from Delhi]] |
[[Category:Women artists from Delhi]] |
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[[Category:21st-century Indian women artists]] |
[[Category:21st-century Indian women artists]] |
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[[Category:Women experimental filmmakers]] |
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[[Category:Women animated film directors]] |
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Charuvi Agrawal | |
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Designer, Installation & Visual Artist | |
Born | New Delhi, India |
Nationality | Indian |
Alma mater | Sheridan College College of Art |
Awards | Limca Book of Records |
Website | www.charuvi.com |
Charuvi Agrawal (born 20 June 1983) born in New Delhi is an Indian painter, sculptor, animator, visual and installation artist.
Work
Mentioned in Limca Book of World Records. Shri Hanuman Chalisa directed in 2013 [1] Her other works are physical installation, such as the "Shri Hanuman Suspended Sculpture." She is a Co-Creator in The Legend of Hanuman Series. Her exhibitions include Thali Bajao Praxinoscope, Shakti Fair & NGMA.
Art Installations and Public Exhibits
- Shri Hanuman Suspended Sculpture": This 25-foot sculpture, composed of 26,000 bells. As a traveling art installation, it has been displayed at locations such as the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), Select CITYWALK,[2] Red Fort, as well as in cities including Mumbai, Pune,[3] and Indore.
- "Shakti: Fair & Fierce": Standing at 10 feet tall, this sculptural installation is crafted from over 150,000 hand-blown glass beads.[4]
Charuvi Design Labs
In 2009, Charuvi founded Charuvi Design Labs (CDL) in Gurugram, focusing on producing high-quality animation content and innovative artwork. CDL has since become a hub for pioneering work in 2D and 3D animation, visual effects, and interactive installations.[5]
References
- ^ "Charuvi Design Labs 'Shri Hanuman Chalisa' to be honored as "Outstanding Indian Design based IP" at Orbit Live- Industry Honours 2014 -". AnimationXpress. 7 January 2014.
- ^ "Come and witness the grandeur of Lord Hanuman at Select CITYWALK – India TV".
- ^ "Phoenix Marketcity, Pune Unveils Majestic 25-Foot Lord Hanuman Sculpture Titled Divine Vibrations in Commemoration of Ram Mandir Inauguration".
- ^ "https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/art/shakti-fair-fierce-celebrating-feminine-power-through-art-at-delhis-ngma/article67914798.ece".
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