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Meet the desi Banksys: Anonymous Indian artists whose art has turned heads

With globally acclaimed street artist Banksy in the spotlight after a recent exposé in the United Kingdom, check out these anonymous Indian artists who let their art do the talking

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Girl With Balloon, Banksy. PIC COURTESY/WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

Girl With Balloon, Banksy. PIC COURTESY/WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

A March 2026 report on the elusive Banksy sent ripples through the art world, though not quite as dramatically as his own stunts. A detailed investigation with corroborating accounts from associates, and signed police records has pointed to a 53-year-old Bristol resident, Robin Gunningham, as the man behind the myth. While we await Banksy’s confirmation — which might never come, now is a good time to check out India’s own Banksys.

Harder, Harsher, Tougher. a piece that superimposes a young female tightrope performer on the Olympic Games logo. PICS COURTESY/GUESSWHOSTREETART
Harder, Harsher, Tougher. a piece that superimposes a young female tightrope performer on the Olympic Games logo. PICS COURTESY/GUESSWHOSTREETART

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