Rediscovering India's Textile Heritage with Bappaditya Biswas | Ep 215 | The Mohua Show

The Mohua Show is a weekly podcast about everything from business, technology to art and lifestyle, But done and spoken ईमानदारी सेConnect with UsMohua Chinappa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/The Mohua Show: https://www.themohuashow.com/Connect with the GuestBappaditya Biswas: https://www.instagram.com/bappaditya.bailou/Follow UsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMohuaShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/litlounge_pod/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themohuashowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow/For any other queries [email protected] Summary: In this captivating episode, we explore the world of traditional Indian textiles with Bappaditya Biswas, a passionate artist and entrepreneur dedicated to preserving and innovating age-old weaving and dyeing techniques. From reviving the lost art of painting with natural dyes during the COVID-19 lockdown to creating the iconic Abir sarees inspired by India's freedom movement, Biswas shares the incredible journey of transforming heritage crafts into contemporary art.We discuss the role of exhibitions in connecting with customers, the importance of educating younger generations about sustainable fashion, and the magic of witnessing handloom weaving firsthand. Discover how art, history, and sustainability come together to keep the vibrant legacy of Indian textiles alive.Chapters:00:00 - Highlights01:32 - Introduction & Inspiration Behind Starting a Career in Textile03:40 - Vision Behind Bailou06:47 - Impact of Bailu For Local People10:38 - Double Clothing Weaving Technique12:23 - Preserving Traditional Techniques With Contemporary Work17:18 - Influence of Travelling on Work19:30 - New Techniques During Covid22:48 - Exhibitions Promoting Indian Textiles24:24 - Story Behind Abir Sareers28:40 - Teaching Traditional Arts to Young Generation32:49 - Upcoming Projects For Bailou36:56 -  Advice To Young DesignersDisclaimerThe views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our podcast and its associated platforms.TheMohuaShow #MohuaChinappa #Podcast #Bappaditya Biswas #TextileHeritage #SustainableFashion #IndianCrafts #AbirSarees #Bailou #Kolkata #HandloomLove #NaturalDyes #PodcastEpisode #CulturalPreservation#PodcastEpisode Thanks for Listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.