Guru Swarup Srivastava revealed many unknown stories of MF Hussain. This world-class painter believed Yoga had a major contribution to his creative life. Guru Swarup Srivastava’s tribute to master painter MF Hussain on the International Yoga Day opens up many interesting aspects of life and works of MF Hussain. The world now understands the significance of yoga and a healthy life. Guru Swarup thinks, MF Hussain is a perfect example of a beautiful and composed life. He had spent hours and days with the master painter that ultimately fulfilled his life and given him a scope to grow with real-life knowledge.
A tribute on the occasion of the International Yoga day
Guru Swarup finds a Yogic life in MF Hussain. Even at the age of 96, the maestro used to drive his car and paint for hours. While narrating the simple lifestyle of the master painter, Guru Swarup remembered the advice of the master. MF Hussain always sat in a “Brajrasana” posture while painting. The master opined that this was a perfect posture for painting as it keeps the body in shape even if when a painter was sitting for hours in a place. According to Guru Swarup who knew the master painter closely, MF Hussain was very down to earth person with no inhibition or pride. In fact, being humble and simple in every aspect of life is what Indian culture teaches us. MF Hussain believed that principle and followed it throughout his lifetime.
Guru Swarup Srivastava believes in this principle too. Being a successful industrialist, he could have led a lavish life but he prefers simplicity and gives priority to philanthropy. He never lives any occasion to come forward for any social cause or helping others who really deserve it.
MF Hussain’s mantra to active life
If you are sitting in “Brajrasana” you’ll not feel exhausted. This was what the master painter believed. There is a strong science in the Indian form of Yoga. Being too close to MF Hussain, Guru Swarup knew the master’s awareness of Yoga. This is what interested Guru Swarup. Perhaps, this was the key behind the long and active life of MF Hussain. Even at 96, he could work for hours without rest.
International Art Museum
The master painter had a dream that could not be materialized in his lifetime. This saddens Guru Swarup Srivastava but he is determined to materialize the dream project of the maestro. MF Hussain wanted to establish an International Art Museum in India. He’d even named it as Hussain Swarup Art Museum. The master painter wanted to see Indian an international hum of artworks. Guru Swarup Srivastava possesses the same dream. His attachment to Indian art and culture makes it clear that he would fulfill the dream of MF Hussain for sure.
