Thithya- Fulfillment of sacred rituals


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Creator/Artist: Naveen Kiran

Category: Animation Design

Document: P2 Project

Batch: 2009-2011

Source: India,   IDC IIT Bombay

Period:  2009-2018

Medium: Report pdf

Supervisor: Prof. Nina Sabnani


Detailed Description

Folklore forms the major source of entertainment during the severe winters in Lahoul Spiti, a region in the upper reaches of Himachal Pradesh, when people are confined to their houses due to heavy snowfall. These folk tales often deal with historical incidents, ghosts and magical creatures, gods and goddesses, fairy tales, and mythology. They consist of simple stories, but every element has a strong relation with the indigenous culture. Much more than just serving the purpose of entertainment, folk tales are a reflection of the culture, society, traditions, and the environment. Being born and brought up in the heart of the Himalayas, listening to such stories remains among my most cherished childhood memories. However, with the advent of television, the interest in traditional stories is declining among the new generation. This project explores and finds my own interpretation of the wide canvas of Himachali folk tales.