This movie brought back deep nostalgia for me, especially with its beautiful shots of Munsiyari and Pithoragarh. It captures Kumaon village life perfectly.
The story of a naive and struggling family is portrayed with great authenticity, highlighting elements like societal pressures, trauma, struggle, and the impact of a lack of education and awareness. The ritual shown towards the end is a common practice in many villages across Uttarakhand.
The Devtari ritual of Uttarakhand is a traditional practice where deities are believed to possess chosen individuals, called Mala or Dhandari. These individuals enter a trance-like state during the ritual, acting as mediums for the deities to communicate with the community. The ritual involves music, dance, and offerings, and is a way for the villagers to seek divine guidance and blessings. It is a deep-rooted cultural tradition in the Garhwal and Kumaon regions of Uttarakhand.
The story of a naive and struggling family is portrayed with great authenticity, highlighting elements like societal pressures, trauma, struggle, and the impact of a lack of education and awareness. The ritual shown towards the end is a common practice in many villages across Uttarakhand.
The Devtari ritual of Uttarakhand is a traditional practice where deities are believed to possess chosen individuals, called Mala or Dhandari. These individuals enter a trance-like state during the ritual, acting as mediums for the deities to communicate with the community. The ritual involves music, dance, and offerings, and is a way for the villagers to seek divine guidance and blessings. It is a deep-rooted cultural tradition in the Garhwal and Kumaon regions of Uttarakhand.