"joker" still has more to perform to keep his audience laughing. The film ends with the words "Positively Not The End". #artforall #publicart #streetart #streetartindia #leh #laddakhdiaries #joker #bollywood #bollywoodartproject #actorslife #kapoors #rk #travelartist #wallartindia #bollywoodposters #lodhiartdistrict #mumbaiurbanartfestival #hostelworld #thehosteller #nileshartist (at Leh Ladakh - The Land of High Passes) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqvbMEzMYMS/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Voici mon 98ème vlog (blog en vidéo) Je suis parti pour un voyage de 3 semaines en Inde Je te propose de découvrir et d’explorer avec moi le quartier de Nizam-ud-Din / Nizamuddin de New Delhi. (le lien de ma chaîne YouTube se trouve dans la description de ce compte Instagram) #inde #delhi #delhivlog #newdelhi #newdelhivlog #newdelhiindia #nizamuddin #hazratnizamuddindargah #hazratnizamuddindargah😇 #baoli #baoliindia #baoliindelhi #baori #baoriindia #lodhiartdistrict #lodhiartdistrictnewdelhi #lodhiartdístrict #lodhiartdistrictdelhi #artdelhi #artnewdelhi #streetartindia #streetartdelhi #streetartnewdelhi #safdarjung #safdarjungtomb #safdarjungstomb #safdarjung_tomb #safdarjung_tomb🏢 (à Nizamuddin) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqfDZnRt8X1/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

✍🏼: "A taste of the South (but in the North)" | 👤: beatnikshootsfilm | 📷: #CanonAE1Program | 🔭: 50mm 1.8 FD | 🎞️: #IlfordHP5plus400 |📍: #LodhiArtDistrict, #Delhi, #India #35mm #AnalogPhotography #AnaloguePhotography #FilmPhotography #DelhiOnFilm #IndiaOnFilm #IndiaLovesFilm #Monochrome #BlackAndWhite #PelliculePhotographique #PhotographieArgentique #PellicolaFotografica #FotografiaAnalogica #FotografischerFilm #Rollfilm #Analogfotografie #PelículaFotográfica #35мм #ФотоПлёнка #Аналоговаяфотография #пленочнаяфотография (at Lodhi Art District) https://www.instagram.com/p/B_pFv0snWuk/?igshid=1izrbkwkg991v

Lodhi Colony – The New Art District of Delhi!

Lodhi Colony, the colonial colony, is the one-and-only of its kind Art’s district in the state of Delhi, and it won’t be an exaggeration if I say the country too! You will not see such brilliant work of murals on such large and sturdy walls, best utilised so perfectly as a wide canvas to create such a wonderful and colourful world of Art.

So, before I take you through a virtual lively tour of the Art District, I must first, for good, colonise the colony in you! Here I go.

Lodhi Colony, a colonial era quaint habitat of Government officers, is one of the nicest and cleanest location in Delhi, falling within the NDMC limits, and partly under MCD. No wonder, it’s amongst the most sought-after address in the Capital; its expanse is well planned and thoughtfully developed. It has dedicated pedestrian lanes, paved accesses, community halls, lawns, parks, schools, dispensaries and well-kept widest roads, which you won’t find anywhere else in Delhi. Not only the place is besotted with greenery but also blessed with quiet environ to envy for! Either sides of the colony are flanked by dual rows of linear formed markets: one is known as Khanna Market and the other one as Mehar Chand Market; both running parallel to each other separated by several Blocks of two-storey houses dotted with characteristic arches, which are sizeable ones, and solidly enduring architecture. The center part of the colony has another smaller market, the Main Market, with shops on the ground level and residences in the floor above. This market also houses Delhi’s decades old and famed sports goods retailer – Lodhi Sports.

With time, these markets have also been evolving at its own pace and are now popular for its quirky outlets, bespoke boutiques and upscale restaurants and eateries; especially the Mehar Chand Market, which - amongst the three - is much more studded with avant-gardism and frequented by elites in droves. Each housing Block in the colony has its own lawn in the front, and a common evergreen public park nicely landscaped between the two rows of the Main Market. Lodhi Colony also dotes on the ever-famous Mughal era lush and verdant garden, the pride of Delhi – The Lodhi Garden, which lies in its close vicinity. Jor Bagh, a tony colony, is also in its neighbourhood. Phew! The list goes on. Such is the prominence and regality of the location of this Central Government employees’ blissful abode.

In recent years, Lodhi Colony has undergone a transformation of sorts and become renowned for its colourful, spunky and artistic murals. And, rightfully so, it is now aptly referred to as Lodhi Art District for its numerous artwork painted on the hefty walls of its residential houses. Now, scores of colourful, creative and interesting artwork adorns the hitherto plain, rudimentary and pastel shaded walls. The mural artwork is a creation of a collaborative and blended effort of local and global artists. Most of the side walls of the houses have been used as an extensive canvas, poured with artistic imagination and sprinkled with loads of hues and contrasts.

The place has truly come alive with such thought-provoking and attention-grabbing murals. Art lovers and tourists alike throng these unique and vibrant settings of the Colony for a gleeful walkthrough. So much so that, the work has become talk of the town, serving as a mint-fresh backdrop for selfie seekers, photographers, film-makers, music-makers, modelling, choreography and new age instagrammers and youtubers. Such is the craze that every now and then, one can spot a frenzy of people around these murals capturing moments of joy and happiness on their devices, especially the millennials.

One can also spot various commercials being shot here, and also the movie scenes being canned around these murals, to standout for. Various tour de arts are also organised by many operators for an exciting journey through the world of colours and creativity. Indeed, with these impressive murals on the walls, Lodhi Colony has got a charismatic character and a newer delightful dimension to its colonial legacy and grandstanding. Social media is packed and abuzz with glorious stills and videos of the artwork on display. The local inhabitants feel happy too for the attention and diversity it brings to their Colony and also for the dash of colours it has added to the otherwise mundane sights of the vanilla walls.

Many a times, I have also walked-through the art-filled lanes of Lodhi Colony - better it be called a murals colony - and enjoyed the spectacle of the colourful compositions. For sure, my stills will transport your soul to this art district and set the mood to plan for your own walkthrough as well! So, go ahead and enjoy the colours of life depicted so well in these myriad murals.

With these words, I must say that such a lovely artwork has definitely added a much-needed zing and freshness to the Colony and brought forthwith a mint fresh approach to connect people with innovative art – up-close and personal - and be inspired and involved in the world of imagination, in as many ways as one can think of.

Truly, Lodhi Colony is now a colony of colours, which is merging and emerging with newer colours, everyday!

© Anil Bisht

@startindia St+art Delhi || Saner || Discovery of India - Balance in Mind and in Spirit Across the past two weeks, Saner has been working on his mural for the #lodhiartdistrict which has finally come together as a celebration of Mexican and Indian cultures. Saner's work is symbolic, intricate and yet, direct. As he himself explains, "The mural is inspired by some concepts that have crossed over to Mexico about the Hindu philosophies, mainly addressing the enlightenment through self-knowledge, through following a spiritual path and above all looking for the rebirth of and being to improve within from ourselves." On the sides, a man and a woman represent the order and balance in the universe, their clothes and adornments identify Mexican and Hindu traditions that create a bridge between the two cultures. Saner often used masks in his work which are an integral part of Mexican culture and are often used as a tool to reveal the true nature of human beings using animal forms. The human wearing a tiger mask on the left side of the wall is representative of Indian culture and people. The rich diversity of the two countries are represented by the flora and fauna. This is also an important motif for Saner since he wants people to remember that we are one with the planet and its natural beauty which has to be protected. The lateral characters - the Monkey and the Dog are the protectors - the guards, and above all, the guides who look after you on your path to enlightenment. Finally, the lotus flower is a symbol of hope, while the heart in the middle is the humanity that binds us all together. No words can truly explain what it feels like to see this work in person, so we invite you all to come and have a look, incase you are in Delhi, in Lodhi Colony block 9, quarters 717-736. 📸 Akshat Nauriyal @_tahska Saner's artwork is the preview of the Lodhi Art District festival 2019. Thanks to the help of the Embajada de México en India - Embassy of Mexico in India and CPWD (Central Public Work Department). Festival supported by Asian Paints #artforall #startindia #asianpaints #startdelhi #lodhiartdistrict #publicart https://www.instagram.com/p/BrA0dkKAfLf/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=12qq5sc7bhbfe

The Light Fort 🌈🔥🙏🏻 Cultural diverse crossing in Lodhi Art District in Delhi, India 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 @startindia Foundation team has hosted me to make this happen. And thank you for all my local supporters ⚡️💪🏻 #rose #rikisha #light #india #mural #startindia #lodhiartdistrict #mural #art #japan #lodhi (at Lodhi Art District) https://www.instagram.com/p/BvvzM1QlJcF/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=10r7evmhqro8v

#Lodhiartdistrict #ArtforAll #ArtforAll Finally found the #Y2K #Bug #Y2KinArt (at Lodhi colony) https://www.instagram.com/manoharl/p/BvMk9zgH4LQ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=oc1aaf11jaf6

Lodhi fort📷

Lean On ft. @sonaa.bhardwaj . . . . . . . #photooftheday #outfitoftheday #photographerlife #photographers #photographylovers #portrait_vision #portrait_today #delhiblogger #aibs #lodhiartdistrict #delhi #india #usa #portugal #australia #thailand #uk #indian_portraits_official #portraits #indian_classic_portrait #photos #picoftheday #thevikasshow #pics #indian_fashion_blogger #corousel (at Lodhi Art District) https://www.instagram.com/p/CRi83GDLW9a/?utm_medium=tumblr

Colour is my day-long obsession, joy and torment. - Claude Monet A game of cricket by the road. Lodhi Art District, New Delhi. #afternoonwellspent #colours #colourpop #finditonamap #wanderlust #wandergram #delhidiary #delhi #lodhiartdistrict #walkabout #mobileclick #shotonmoto #streetart #bluesky #wallart #art (at Lodhi Art District) https://www.instagram.com/p/CITKAsng_4A/?igshid=v3sa3cdo7zqk

ज्या भक्तिभावाने आपण तीर्थयात्रा करतो. महादेवास प्रसाद अर्पण करतो. त्याचप्रमाणे तो प्रसाद जर भुकेल्याच्या मुखात गेले तर आपली भक्ति महादेवापर्यंत अधिक लवकर पोहचेल असे मी मानतो. असाच एक प्रसंग मी काशी गंगा घाट येथे एका निर्जीव पंपिंग स्टेशनच्या भिंतीवर चित्र काढन्या अगोदर आला. तिथे काही मुले मुली ज्या अनाथ होती, काहीचे आईवडील अपंग होते अशी खूप लहान मुले घाटावर शंकरपार्वतीचा अवतार फेसपेंटिंग करून आपला उदरनिर्वाह करत होती आणि त्यांचा तो रोजचा दिनक्रम. मी ते बनारस च्या त्या घाटावर जीवन व मृत्यु हा सगळा अनुभव घेत फिरत असताना एक उच्च व सुशिक्षित घरातील गृहस्थ हातात पंचपक्वानाचा प्रसाद घेऊन मंदिरात जात असताना यामुलानी त्याला मदत मागितली असताना त्याला ढकलून दिली व शिवीगाळ केली. आता तुम्ही हे चित्र बघून सांगा काय वाटले असेल तुम्हाला? आणि मग मी तिथेच ठरवल की यांच्यासाठी आपण काम करायचं आपली कला याना कशी उपयोगात आणता येईल यावर. मी यातील काही मुलाना घेऊन काम पण केल खूप काळ तिथे त्यांच्या सोबत राहिलो आणि मंदीरापेक्षा चांगला अनुभव आला,विशेष म्हणजे हे भित्तिचित्र पुर्ण झाल्यावर काही काळातच विविध देशातील देशाबाहेरील संस्थानी याना मदत केली हे समाधान वाटले ऐकून 🙏 #artforall #publicart #streetart #streetartindia #kashivishwanath #kashi #ganga #gangaaarti #gangaghat #dashashwamedhghat #banaras #varansi #incredibleindia #mahadev #kidsofinstagram #helpageindia #tourist #travelart #travelartist #lodhiartdistrict #sassondockartproject #startindia #mojarto_official #nerolac #puneartist #nileshartist (at Dashashwamedh Ghat, on the banks of the Ganges, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqRjVtuvGBN/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

04 Février, 13h22- Lodhi Art District, New Delhi, Inde #travel #travelphotography #travelphoto #voyage #voyages #delhi #newdelhi #inde #india #lodhiartdistrict #lodhiartdistrictnewdelhi #lodhiartdístrict #lodhiartdistrictdelhi (à Lodhi Art District) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoUqQvvyMzB/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

How does art change everything it touches? Like the way it shows up at the #lodhiartdistrict Having spent our major childhood in the areas around , government flats , there is a typical feel to the area.. and it’s very calming! Also in addition to that , when you see murals on the walls which are unusual in their characteristic ... it does make a fantastic experience to look and a must visit! As read on a website , ‘Murals create a tangible sense of place, destination, resulting in increased foot traffic while adding color, vibrancy, and character to urban environment. Murals contrast the negative mental health effects of concrete and asphalt, and can have therapeutic benefits for mentally-ill and homeless populations.’ . . . FOLLOW ➡️ @sisterscorner.india FOLLOW ➡️ facebook.com/vasudevasisters . . . #sisterscorner #sisters #sisterswhoblog #sisterswhoeat #sisterswhotravel #instagram #lodhiartdistrict #murals #muralpaintings #artistes #registerforloop12 #ҽɱσjî #funfrifastic  #frifrifinallyy #fakecnfirmmtlblafa #novlikes 27 #pizzaovermac #fakecnfirmmtlblafa #unicornbuddiess #winter4love #funfrifastic #brightfavs #82daysofinfluencing #hopesurvails #frifrifinallyy #registerforloop12 #hopedaynew #finedinedude #dimpleodamsel #gratitudehamesha #throwinstaback #novendz #friaddlikes #fridayfun (at Lodhi Art District) https://www.instagram.com/p/CIF8Hkzp8GL/?igshid=1406i79cwub03

In love with every Graffiti at Lodhi Art District ! • Video will be up soon! • #lodhiartdistrict #comingsoon #mybohovoyage #graffiti (at Lodhi Art District) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8656EEgexs/?igshid=ynoqs5l5prn1

India #2. Ilustraciones inspiradas en nuestro viaje por India. #india #ipadpro #procreate @procreate #lodhi #lodhiartdistrict https://www.instagram.com/p/BrQlCjyD7Xg/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=146v6hlglv8lk

New #Vlog live on #YouTube #Cycling to #LodhiArtDistrict . Link in bio Do watch and let me know how you liked it 😊 . #Instagram #Vlogger #GoodNikunj #PedalPushers #CycleGiri #DilliDays #GoKnowGrow #Delhi #StreetsOfIndia #streetsofdelhi #Art #Youtuber #love #goodvibes #goodvibesonly #murals #wallart #explorer #cyclinglife #lovecycling #winters #January #indianvlogger #DelhiVlog #curious #artlove (at Lodhi Art District) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7lIgQDlaas/?igshid=1e199i9ngx0ga