Art transcends boundaries, weaving stories of hope, identity, and transformation. In a city like Mumbai where art exhibitions take place every weekend, ‘Falak’, a unique showcase by 16-year-old artist Raynah Hazari aims to stand out as it highlights the artistic talent of the transgender community.

Taking forward her commitment to fostering inclusion and empowerment, Raynah, mentored by her guru Satyendra Rane, under the aegis of Sahayog Art Foundation, has organised an inclusive art exhibition that brings together members of the transgender community interested in art and established artists under one roof. The exhibition, showcasing the talents of nine artists from the transgender community alongside 23 other accomplished artists, will be held at Cymroza Art Gallery in Breach Candy from December 19 - 22. Besides Sahayog Art Foundation, the event is ably supported by Alert Citizen Forum.

The seeds of 'Falak' were sown last year when Raynah, a student at Hill Spring International School, had organised an umbrella painting event for 50 transgender participants. Witnessing their creativity and the transformative power of art, the Mumbaikar envisioned a larger platform to amplify their voices. Raynah shares, “The idea for this exhibition came from my experiences working with the transgender community. During the Falak umbrella painting event last year, I got the chance to see the incredible talent and creativity within the community. What stood out to me the most was how art has this amazing way of helping people express themselves, share their hopes, and find strength despite societal challenges. That experience really inspired me to create a bigger space for their voices and their art. I realised that with the right platform, they could truly make something magical and change the way people see them.”