Bivash Mukherjee

Columnist

Grammy-winning flutist blends tradition with bold improvisation - Art & Culture in China

Grammy-winning flutist blends tradition with bold improvisation

Grammy Award winning flutist Rakesh Chaurasia promises an evening of rare enchantment and sublime grace when he returns to Shanghai as part of the Chaiti Arts Festival.

'The idea of music is to create an empathetic connection between the artist and audience' - Art & Culture in China

'The idea of music is to create an empathetic connection between the artist and audience'

Chaiti Arts Festival returns with a musical ode to spring with two award-winning musicians, Purbayan Chatterjee on the mellifluous sitar and Rakesh Chaurasia on the emotive flute.

Flutist duo promises an evening of ethereal melodies - Entertainment in China

Flutist duo promises an evening of ethereal melodies

Two Indian flutists hope to enthrall Shanghai audiences with their renditions of classical music performed on the bansuri, a type of side-blown bamboo flute.

2023-10-09 15:58 0

A tennis legend and a linguistic extraordinaire - Sport News

A tennis legend and a linguistic extraordinaire

Alongside his unrivaled tennis prowess, Federer's linguistic talents are equally awe-inspiring. He enjoys engaging people in their local language, according to anchor Wang Dong.

2023-09-28 16:14 0

The Icon-ic Athlete who charmed his way into Chinese hearts - Sport News

The Icon-ic Athlete who charmed his way into Chinese hearts

Roger Federer's unmistakable smile, graceful play, and friendly interactions with fans and tournament hosts have won him billions of fans worldwide.

2023-09-28 15:55 0

A personal bond that blossomed into a long-lasting friendship - Sport News

A personal bond that blossomed into a long-lasting friendship

Michael A. Luevano, the tournament director of the Rolex Shanghai Masters, has developed an up-close-and-personal relationship with the Swiss ace since 2002.

2023-09-28 15:50 0

Has Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' erred by ignoring atomic bomb victims? - Art & Culture in China

Has Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' erred by ignoring atomic bomb victims?

Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer" is winning praise for its cinematic brilliance, yet it may have erred by turning a blind eye to the pain of atomic bomb victims.

2023-09-08 17:22 0

Veteran Indian filmmaker brings latest work to SIFF - Entertainment in China

Veteran Indian filmmaker brings latest work to SIFF

Nandita Das, who has starred in over 40 feature films in 10 languages, brought her latest work, "Zwigato," to Shanghai as part of the SIFF Films of Jury Presidents and Juries.

2023-06-16 19:50 0

Can yoga deliver in times of pandemic? - Lifestyle in China

Can yoga deliver in times of pandemic?

The pandemic has renewed interest in the land of tai chi. This International Day of Yoga may be the right time to research the benefits of yoga and alternative treatments.

2022-06-17 15:39 0

Bobsledding opened up opportunities for this original 'Cool Runnings' star - Sport News

Bobsledding opened up opportunities for this original 'Cool Runnings' star

Jamaican Olympian Devon Harris debunks the "Cool Runnings" myth, talks about the preparation for the Calgary Olympics, and discusses his new role as a motivational speaker.

2022-01-29 16:07 0