Welcome to Taana Baana by Asian Paints Royale Play! This 8 part limited series podcast brings to you the stories of 8 crafts from India's rich heritage of handicrafts. We invite you to join us on this wonderful journey to explore the ingenuity

Palm Weave

Jan 13th, 2022 13m 26s

From Goa to Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, the craft of palm weave has been a part of our life for centuries. This simple yet beautiful craft not only has made its impact on the culture of India, but also has its presence in history -

Charpai

Jan 13th, 2022 11m 36s

From Ibn Batuta to less traveled souls like us, we all have experienced Khat in some form! You may have seen it at Dhabas and enjoyed a meal on it, or played a game of cards or chess on it, or laid back on it gazing at a sky full of stars. In t

Bandhej

Jan 13th, 2022 14m 34s

The art of tying and dyeing fabrics known as Bandhej has a prominent existence in the cultural history of India. In this episode, we take the journey to the surreal white sand desert of Kutch to know more about this beautiful art form.You can

Ikat

Jan 13th, 2022 9m 36s

From the Asia Pacific region to the Middle East and from Europe to Latin America and West Africa, Ikat is a form of patterning that brings together nearly the entire world. Records of Ikat are found in the 6th Century Ajanta and Ellora frescoes

Basket

Jan 13th, 2022 12m 12s

The art of weaving baskets in India is as ancient as pottery. In this episode we travel to Kashmir to know the history and significance of Basket weaving. Apart from Kashmir, wickerwork is also practiced in several other states in India. We exp

Tussar

Jan 13th, 2022 11m 38s

For more than 4000 years, the splendor of silk has been a quintessential part of every joyous occasion in India. Its inherent sheen and elegance grace every occasion in alluring colours, from weddings and festivals to all of life’s little celeb

Madras Checks

Jan 13th, 2022 12m 44s

Madras Checks created a unique place for itself, in different cultures across the world since the 15th century. The fabric and its popularity reached every corner of the world. And in some regions it still remains an integral part of the cultur

Pompom

Jan 13th, 2022 8m 42s

Apart from winter wear in India, you may have also seen colourful little pom poms adorning trucks and even dangling from knit straps on camels. The stories of their origin go to the era of the Vikings. The cute and adorable smushes of fur, feat

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