Christie HS series 1DLP laser projectors were deployed for a 3D projection mapping show on the façade of Dandi Kutir to celebrate the life and works of Indian independence and civil rights leader, Mahatma Gandhi. The installation and commissioning of the show was jointly undertaken by Christie’s Indian partners, Bombay Electrical and Nolabel Immersive.
The 30-minute show features projection using 16 Christie D20WU-HS laser projectors on the surface of the salt-mound-shaped museum. It is the second largest permanent projection installation in India after the Statue of Unity.
Amit Gupta, managing director of Nolabel Immersive, said: “We are very pleased and honored to be involved in the creation and execution of this major 3D projection mapping show, which highlights Gandhi’s principles of cleanliness leading to self-empowerment and therefore creating a base for a decentralized, self-administered society and nation. Having used Christie visual solutions for various multimedia exhibits in the Dandi Kutir museum to great success, the museum decided that Christie’s high-brightness laser projectors are best-suited to deliver the visuals required for this new light and sound musical.”
Gupta noted that after a detailed site survey of the surrounding areas, the team decided that the projectors had to be installed within two structures overlooking the left and right side of Dandi Kutir’s façade. The D20WU-HS were then fitted in stacks of eight on each side to provide full coverage on the museum’s wall.
Gupta added: “Once we had identified the appropriate positions for the placement of all 16 projectors, the rest of the installation went ahead smoothly as planned. Due to its light weight and omnidirectional capabilities, we were able to easily lift and set up the projectors without the difficulties associated with larger projection systems. I’m glad to note that the D20WU-HS projectors performed superbly as expected, delivering amazing, true-to-life visuals that impressed all visitors since the show made its debut earlier this year.”