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Kathakali costume and jewelry preparation with hands adjusting ornate adornments
Kathakali costume and jewelry preparation with hands adjusting ornate adornments

AnushkaR

A few days back, I had the privilege of attending a Kathakali performance at Kalamandam centre in Fort Kochi. I was also welcomed to watch them prepare themselves for the performance. Right from the base makeup, to the quills added to make the broad jaw, the frills added to make the flawless outfit and then the stunning jewellery.It was so thrilling to see it all come together in a span of 3 hours which were dedicatedly spent in donning a persona that felt so real. This photograph is also a part of 'Hands that speak' a series of photos/videos I capture to show people from different walks of life through small gestures in the form of photos/ videos.

Sat, Mar 21, 2026・Mumbai
March 13, 2026
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