How ‘The Wind Walker’ exhibition unravelled the enigma of Mali
The 'Wind Walker' exhibition in Chennai celebrates the life and musical legacy of legendary flautist T.R. Mahalingam. The show features rare memorabilia, personal letters, and archival materials to highlight his contributions to classical music.
Why it matters
Preserves the cultural history of Indian classical music and honors the legacy of influential performing artists.
A poster with the lines — ‘Some people played the flute, Mali played the silence between notes’ — was prominently displayed at the entrance of the centennial exhibition, celebrating the life and music of legendary flautist T.R. Mahalingam, also known as Mali. Titled ‘The Wind Walker’, the exhibition was organised by The Museum of Performing Arts (MOPA) at My Bungalow.
The exhibition brought together rare photographs, personal letters and memorabilia to highlight different facets of the legend. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
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