Knick n knack

There are many firsts we acknowledge and embrace, hail those who made significant achievements in life and helped in developing the mankind. Indian women are perceived to be the submissive gender but some of the few rose above this sentiment and left their marks behind. Homai Vyarawalla, is one such extraordinary woman who opened the gates of photo journalism for female photographers. She is considered as India’s first women photo-journalist who came out with great photographs from 1938 to 1973. Celebrating her contributions in the field of journalism, Photography exhibition ‘Homai Vyayawalla-A Retrospective’ will be held from 27th August to 31st October, 2010 at National Gallery of Modern Art, Jaipur House, New Delhi. The evhibition will showcase approximately 150-200 images including original silver gelatine prints, many printed by the photographer herself. On display would be her old cameras, photographic equipment and other memorabilia. Some of the key events Homai photographed

Legends never die, they are remembered forever. One such legendry figure is the king of pop, Michael Jackson. It has been an year the world lost him, but he still rules the hearts of zillions. His body has died but his soul lives in his fans. Today is 52nd birth anniversary of the great artist who was born on 29th August, 1958. The legendary singer is no more but the fans are celebrating his birthday in various corners of the world and paying their respect to him in numerous ways. The devoted fans assembled outside the home of the singer and paid their tribute to their star. Michael Bearden has composed a song named One Last Goodbye to pay homage to the stalwart singer on his birthday. In India, Ganesh Hegde, the celebrated choreographer is paying tribute to his idol by releasing his latest music video which stars Hrithik Roshan, Priyanka Chopra and Katrina Kaif with Ganesh himself. Also a birthday party will be hosted for the fans of the singer at the Nethermead Meadow of Prospect Par