The Future Hangs Here

India's leading gallerists unveil the names collectors will soon be clamouring for.

- Sathya Saran

Whether you're a seasoned collector or someone who buys art because a painting once wrapped itself around your soul and refused to let go, this is for you.

The following five names are those you'll want to remember, as they're poised to move from the fringes of the art world into living rooms and institutions across the globe.

Curated by five prominent gallerists from across India's metro cities, this list is not about trends. It's about timelessness and perspective. And the kind of talent that refuses to be ignored.

LAKSHYA BHARGAVA

Chosen by Premilla Baid, Gallery Sumukha, Bengaluru

Lakshya Bhargava's canvases speak in whispers—the kind that linger long after the room falls silent. There's the suggestion of the traditional, subverted with contemporary codes. His technique is layered, both literally and metaphorically—150 Bengal-inspired washes of pigment that create optical depth and emotional resonance.

Born in Ghaziabad, Bhargava studied at Bengaluru's Chitrakala Parishath, rebelling against his parents' desire for a medical career. His personal experiences, including living with a Tibetan friend during the pandemic and navigating his own queer identity, permeate his work.