The article discusses 'Body Transformed: Contemporary South Asian Photographs and Prints,' an exhibition at the National Museum of Asian Art that explores complex themes of identity and representation. Featuring works from seven artists, including Rashid Rana, whose portrait of Shah Rukh Khan is composed of images of ordinary men from Lahore, the exhibit highlights how individual identities are intertwined. Other works by artists like Jitish Kallat and Ram Rahman further delve into identity flux, gender, and the traditional versus contemporary narrative in South Asian culture, emphasizing the multiplicity of the self.
Rashid Rana’s portrait of Shah Rukh Khan, made of photos of unimposing Lahori men, showcases the significance of the collective identity and interconnectedness in celebrity culture.
The exhibition at the National Museum illustrates themes of identity and change, showcasing how artists reconstruct the body through lived experiences and societal reflections.
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