Ranbir Kaleka is a renowned contemporary artist known for his pioneering work that blends traditional painting with new media, particularly video. Born in 1953 in Patiala, Punjab, Kaleka's artistic journey began with formal training in painting at the College of Art, Chandigarh, followed by further studies at the Royal College of Art in London. His works are celebrated for their poetic storytelling, intricate layering of visuals, and exploration of themes like memory, identity, and cultural dislocation.
Kaleka's art often involves merging the stillness of painted images with the temporal fluidity of video, creating immersive experiences that challenge conventional boundaries of media. His acclaimed works, such as Man with Cockerel and He Was a Good Man, have been exhibited in prestigious venues like the Venice Biennale, the Tate Modern in London, and the Mori Art Museum in Tokyo.
Through his experimental approach and profound narratives, Ranbir Kaleka has positioned himself as one of India’s leading voices in contemporary art, earning both critical acclaim and a dedicated global following.