Puja Kshatriya’s sculpture, Koyla’s the Black Gold, celebrates the extraordinary legacy of Bollywood icons, encapsulating resilience, beauty, and the duality of glamour and struggle. The head, adorned with fractured gold leaf, symbolizes the golden allure of tinsel town while unveiling the unseen vulnerabilities behind the curtain.

Inspired by Bachchan’s cinematic journey, the sculpture parallels his evolution beyond traditional archetypes, breaking moulds and redefining Indian cinema. The imperfections within the gold reflect the challenges and triumphs that shape extraordinary legacies, mirroring the tension between brilliance and fragility.

Through her signature exploration of textured surfaces and modern materials, Kshatriya creates a piece that transcends conventional beauty, capturing the evergreen spirit of these icons. The sculpture serves as a poignant reminder that true beauty lies in resilience, struggle, and the ability to rise beyond, akin to Bachchan, leaving an indelible mark on the silver screen.