Renowned artists Bose Krishnamachari and Riyas Komu have been ranked among the top 100 most influential people in contemporary art world by leading British magazine ArtReview. They have been named for their contribution to contemporary art by organising the Kochi-Muziris Biennale (KMB).

About Bose Krishnamachari:

• He is an internationally acclaimed Malayali painter and Artist-Curator.
• His work comprises vivid abstract paintings, figurative drawings, sculpture, photography, multimedia installations and architecture.
• Bose is the founder member and President of Kochi Biennale Foundation and Biennale Director of international exhibition of contemporary art, Kochi-Muziris Biennale.

About Riyas Komu:

• Riyas Komu is an Indian artist and sculptor.
• He did Bachelors in Fine Arts & Masters in Fine Arts from the prestigious Sir J.J. School of Art, Mumbai.

Art Review:

“ArtReview’s ‘Power 100’ is an established ranking. ArtReview regularly compiles an annual list of 100 people in recognition of their contribution to contemporary art. The ‘Power 100’ list is one of the most established rankings in the art world, featuring artists, curators, directors of museums, art foundations and art fairs, collectors and patrons of art. This year, the list was compiled by a 16-member international jury

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