Bollywood Romance

Friday, February 12, 2010

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Faux Bollywood movie poster, "Dave aur Jenny" (Jenny Steeves and Dave Prager)

For years, Bollywood's sappy, over-the-top, romantic musicals drew audiences with colorful hand-painted murals on the old movie theaters. But digital printing presses have put many of the painters who created these murals out of work. In Delhi, one craftsman found new patrons for his movie-mural artistry: American ex-pats in love. Produced by Linda Blake.

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Linda Blake

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Anne Flanagan from Los Angeles

Could one commission a Bollywood painting without going to India? Is it possible to contact the artist(s) online?

Feb. 17 2010 11:39 PM

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mks from Texas

Would love to know how to find these artists.

Feb. 13 2010 03:19 PM

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Alex from Washington, DC

Fan-TASTIC story, I LOVED it! I called up my sister and told her all about it -- this could be a great wedding present! Thanks for the great reporting.

Feb. 13 2010 02:10 PM

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Fascinated from Brooklyn

I went to the blog and saw the pictures of your poster. Can't wait for your book!

Feb. 12 2010 04:48 AM

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