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The Jogappas of Northwest Karnataka—a transgender community devoted to Renuka Yellama—come alive in Banashree Vagga's acrylic paintings celebrating their music, dance, and miracles.
In Ilkal, Bagalkot, and the Belagavi districts of Northwest Karnataka, the Jogappas—a transgender community—are known for their intense, devotional music and dance, celebrating Renuka Yellama and her miracles.
Banashree Vagga (Vijaya Chitrakala Mahavidyalaya, Ilkal, Karnataka)
Acrylic on canvas board; Three acrylic on canvas boards

BMS Warehouse, Opposite Holy Cross Church Mattancherry (Kuriachante Nada)
Opposite Holy Cross Church Mattancherry (Kuriachante Nada
10AM to 6PM (Mon to Sunday)
Till March 31st, 2026
Jogammas is a series of acrylic paintings dedicated to capturing the essence of this community. Banashree Vagga draws inspiration from her hometown, painting portraits that honour the Jogappas' spiritual practice and cultural presence.
Renuka Yellama—amma, mother—is central to their devotion. Through these canvas boards, Banashree brings visibility to a community whose faith and expression deserve to be seen and celebrated.
The Students' Biennale, running alongside the Kochi-Muziris Biennale, has always been a space where tomorrow's artistic giants take their first bold leaps.
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