StoneX Global will present Mastery, its cultural film series, with a preview evening on 8 May 2026 followed by a public film festival on 9 May 2026 at Ice Factory Ballard Estate (IFBE), Mumbai. The initiative focuses on documenting artists whose work reflects decades of discipline and sustained engagement with their craft.
A Film Series Focused on Artistic Process
Mastery is conceived as a long-form cultural storytelling project that shifts attention from recognition to process. The series explores the routines, environments, and creative journeys that define artistic practice, presenting intimate portraits of how work is created rather than only the final output.
Preview Evening with Artists
The preview evening on 8 May 2026, beginning at 6:00 pm, will include conversations with artists featured in Season 2. These include percussionist V. Selvaganesh, filmmaker Rima Das, and dancer Anita Ratnam. The evening will also feature a panel discussion and screenings, with artists from both seasons in attendance.
Public Festival and Immersive Experience
The public programme on 9 May 2026, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, will open the experience to wider audiences. The festival is designed as an immersive environment combining multi-screen film presentations, archival material, and spatial installations to engage visitors in different aspects of artistic practice.
Festival Highlights:
- Curated screenings from Mastery Season 2
- Immersive installations and multi-screen environments
- Artist-led conversations and panel discussions
- Participation of artists from both seasons
Artists Across Disciplines
The series brings together a wide range of practitioners from music, literature, visual art, cinema, and performance. Season 2 features figures such as Ruskin Bond, Usha Uthup, Shubha Mudgal, Krishen Khanna, Anita Ratnam, and Rima Das, while Season 1 included artists like Rishab Sharma, Lekha Washington, and Vibha Galhotra.
Direction and Concept Development
Both seasons are directed by Mriidu Khosla of Zcyphher Films. The project adopts an observational approach, focusing on the inner lives of artists and their creative processes. The Mumbai edition follows an earlier showcase in New Delhi and is part of a multi-city programme that will travel to Bengaluru and Ahmedabad.
About the Organiser
StoneX Global, founded in 2003, is known for its work in natural stone and its collaborations across architecture and design. With Mastery, the organisation extends its engagement into cultural documentation, positioning material, process, and artistic legacy as central themes.
Visitor Information
| Event Name | Mastery by StoneX |
| Artist | V. Selvaganesh, Rima Das, Anita Ratnam and others |
| Venue | Ice Factory Ballard Estate (IFBE) |
| City | Mumbai |
| Opening Date | 8 May, 2026 |
| Exhibition Dates | 8–9 May, 2026 |
| Organiser | StoneX Global |
| Entry / Tickets | Preview by invite; Public viewing open on 9 May |
The preview evening on 8 May is by invitation, while the public festival on 9 May is open to visitors at IFBE, Ballard Estate, Mumbai. The event offers audiences an opportunity to engage with artists and explore the creative process through film and installation formats.
Takeaway
Mastery by StoneX presents a focused exploration of artistic practice through film and immersive storytelling. By bringing together artists from diverse disciplines, the Mumbai edition highlights the role of sustained practice in shaping cultural contributions. The event offers audiences a chance to engage closely with the processes behind artistic work, reinforcing the value of long-term creative inquiry in contemporary culture.
