ARTSKONNECT
ABOUT ARTSKONNECT
Strengthening the cultural ecosystem in Bengaluru
At ArtsKonnect, we are passionate about connecting you with the vibrant world of art. Through our magazine, we offer insights, interviews, and features that celebrate creativity in all its forms. Join us as we explore the narratives that shape our artistic landscape.This founding edition of ArtsKonnect begins with a simple recognition: Bengaluru’s cultural life is vibrant, complex, and constantly evolving, yet it is not always documented with continuity.
In this edition
The Rise of the ‘Kannadiga Cool’ Culture
For decades, Bengaluru’s "cool" was an imported product. To be modern was to be global; to be global was to be generic. Our social spaces were built in the image of London pubs or San Francisco startups—temples of glass and chrome where the local identity was often left at the doorstep. But a quiet, confident revolution is currently reclaiming the city's streets. We are witnessing the birth of ‘Kannadiga Cool.’
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