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Photograph of a stage event with a long-haired figure in saffron-orange robes and an orange bead garland seated on a brown upholstered sofa with carved dark wooden arms, a small wooden footstool before him. He holds up a book or framed item that a bald monk in orange robes on the left reaches toward. A woman in a white saree with gold border stands at right beside a woman in a purple saree with gold border who holds a large arrangement of orange flowers and green leaves. Behind them hangs a cream backdrop with dark brown leaf-vine patterning. Hidden by the visible cues alone, the seated figure's identity is uncertain, so no candidate is asserted.

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A photograph of a stage event with an ornate carved wooden sofa and side tables in front of a cream curtain with black leaf-pattern cutwork. A seated figure in orange robes and an orange shawl wears a long beaded necklace and sits on the sofa. A bald man in an orange dhoti and orange robe leans forward to offer something from a brass bowl, while a second man in orange with a red head covering and garlands stands behind at left, with a man in a white-striped shirt beside him. At right, a woman in a white sari with a garland stands beside potted plants and orange flowers. Baskets and a small wooden stool sit on the stage.A photograph of a stage event with a draped cream backdrop patterned in dark brown scrollwork. A man in an orange saffron robe and orange-red garland sits on an ornate carved wooden sofa with brown upholstery, one hand raised holding a white card and the other resting on a gold-coloured object, his feet bare on a small footstool. To the right, a woman in a white sari stands with palms pressed together, and beside her a woman in a purple sari with gold border holds a small white card. Floral arrangements of orange flowers and green leaves flank the stage, and small wooden side tables sit beside the sofa. The man is a person by appearance: long swept-back hair and saffron robes with a rudraksha-style garland, though appearance is only partly clear.A stage with a white backdrop patterned in dark brown filigree and tropical leaves at the sides. A seated man in orange robes and a rudraksha mala holds up a small printed photo card while smiling, seated on an ornate carved brown upholstered sofa. To the left, a bald man in orange robes stands beside a table with a basket of fruit and flowers. To the right, a woman in a white sari with a dark shawl stands near a small side table with books. A low stool sits in front of the sofa. Three people are visible.A stage event with an ornate cream curtain patterned in dark brown filigree and tall floral arrangements of orange and pink flowers with large green leaves. A seated figure in full orange-saffron robes and a long orange-beaded mala sits on a dark carved wooden sofa with brown upholstered cushions, holding up a small printed booklet or card with an orange cover so that it covers the face. To the left, a standing man in orange robes and a red headpiece wears a gold-beaded necklace and holds a small ritual item. Another man in orange robes, barefoot and bald, stands beside him holding a gold-toned vessel. On the right, a woman in a white silk sari with a gold border stands near a small wooden side table, and a woman in a violet-blue sari stands at the edge. Two seated audience members in white are visible at the bottom edge of the stage.A stage event with a white backdrop decorated in black filigree and a floral arrangement of orange and pink blooms at right. A seated figure in orange robes with an orange-and-beige shawl and a long beaded mala sits on a brown upholstered sofa, holding a yellow object. Before them, a small girl in a pink top and light blue trousers with a blue scarf stands at the sofa's side, while an adult in a dark brown jacket and red skirt bends forward toward her. At left, a standing man in orange robes with a gold necklace and orange head covering holds incense sticks near a small table with a brass vessel and fruit. At right, a woman in a white sari holds a small dish. Several people are visible, including partially seen figures at the edges.A stage event with a seated man in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala sitting on a brown upholstered sofa with carved dark wood arms, holding up a small card or booklet. To his left, a man in orange robes stands partially at the frame edge holding a bowl. To the right, two women stand: one in a white sari with gold border holding her hands together, and one in a purple sari with gold border holding a paper. Behind them are a potted tropical plant and orange flower arrangement, and a black-and-white patterned drape backdrop. Foreground audience heads are visible at the bottom.A woman in orange robes sits on an ornate carved wooden sofa with brocade cushions on a low stage, holding a microphone in one hand and a printed booklet in the other. Two men in saffron-orange robes stand to the left, one wearing a rudraksha mala and gold beads, the other holding a small object. A flower arrangement with orange roses and green leaves sits on a side table beside a wicker basket. The backdrop is cream draped fabric with dark black filigree patterns. A person in white stands at the right edge.A photograph of a stage event with a central figure seated on a dark carved wooden sofa with brown cushions, wearing an orange saffron robe and an orange beaded necklace, holding a microphone in one hand and a small book in the other while speaking. To the left, a bald man in orange robes stands beside a wooden side table holding a basket and a silver bowl. To the right, a woman in a white sari with a gold border stands beside a wooden table. Behind them hangs a cream backdrop with black ornate scrollwork, flanked by floral arrangements of orange roses and green foliage. A red stage skirt runs along the base, and a white-draped table is visible in the foreground. Three physical people are visible.A seated man in saffron robes with a long swept-back hair, a red forehead mark and a rudraksha mala extends his hand toward a woman in a blue blouse and white sari with a braid, who sits before him. Behind him stand two young men in white kurtas with orange shawls: one holds a white tray with fruit, a pineapple, flowers and bundles of cash, while the other stands beside a small trident. A man in an orange robe with a shaved head and white tilak sits at left holding a folded paper. A flower arrangement and a draped backdrop with a floral pattern appear in the background.2008-03-12A photograph of a stage event with a long-haired figure in saffron-orange robes and rudraksha mala seated on a carved dark wooden couch with brown upholstery, in front of a cream drape with black leaf-pattern cutwork. A bald man in orange robes stands before him and offers a wrapped gift in yellow paper. To the left, a monk in orange with a red head cloth and mala stands beside a man in a white striped shirt and grey trousers, clapping. At right, a woman in a white sari claps, and a flower arrangement of orange and red blooms and green leaves stands on a side table. Audience members are visible at the bottom edge.March 23 20082008-03-23A photograph of a stage event with a seated figure in saffron-orange robes and a long orange-and-gold beaded necklace, holding a small book, seated on an ornate dark carved wooden sofa with brown upholstered cushions and orange trim. Behind the sofa hangs a white curtain with black leaf-scroll patterns. A bald man in orange robes stands at left holding a silver tray or bowl. At right, a woman in a white and gold saree bends forward beside a tall arrangement of green leaves and orange roses, while another woman in a purple saree stands at far right. Wooden side tables flank the sofa and a studio light is mounted at top right. Three physical people are visible plus the seated figure, four in total.