A take on Sanjay Leela Bhansali's latest release of 'HEERAMANDI' by SUBHANGIK....
Sanjay Leela Bhansali's latest opus, Heeramandi, is a cinematic feast that intertwines beauty and complexity, drawing us into a world where aesthetics and artistry converge in an intoxicating dance. While body positivity is often associated with the female form, this film poignantly reveals how it equally shapes and shadows the lives of men, particularly those in the creative realm.
Artists, the torchbearers of beauty, expression and grace, frequently grapple with societal expectations. Too tall or too short, too heavy or too slight, too dark or too pale - each deviation from the 'ideal' becomes a silent struggle. Add to this the quirks of less hair, smaller eyes, or a crooked smile, and the challenges magnifies.
Heeramandi masterfully exposes these subtle tensions, inviting us to re-examine our perceptions of perfection.
As we immerse ourselves in the lush narratives and rich tapestries of Bhansali's vision, let us also embrace the diverse spectrum of human form. In this Pride Month, it is fitting to celebrate all body types, honoring the unique beauty that every individual brings to the canvas of life...
The love of the artist for their art is profound yet unseen, echoing the inseparable bond between the Atma (soul) and the Paramathma (Supreme Soul), often interpreted as Krishna. Just as the art and the artist are infused, Krishna's wisdom reveals the unity of the soul and the divine. This profound connection forms the essence of existence, guiding us toward our divine origin. In this union, we discover that true beauty and artistry transcends from the physical to the meta physical, resonating with the eternal dance.
..... thoughts penned by Arnab AJ Halder ✍🏼
Concept and choreography
Subhajit Khush Das
Performing artists
Subhajit Khush Das
Biswapratim Bose
Shoumajit Das
Pradyut Das
Arnab AJ Halder
Sagnik Ganguly
Ron Dutta
Subhajit Adhikari
Rajveer Rana
Subham Halder
Krishna - Rik Roy
Special thanks to
Biswapratim Bose and ANGAKALPA
Soumya Dey
Triasa Chowdhury
Arpita Roy
Udita Roy
Dyuti Dey
Video
Pratyush Roy Dasgupta
Photography
Pratyush Roy Dasgupta
Swapnanil Bhattacharya
Edit
Pratyush Roy Dasgupta
Subhajit Khush Das
Music
Saiyaan Hatto Jao
Composition: Sanjay Leela Bhansali
Lyrics: Sanjay Leela Bhansali, A M Turaz
Singer: Barnali Chattopadhyay
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