Tradition takes shape in clay and color — each mask a story of culture, creativity, and quiet revolution.
Synopsis
In the vibrant lanes of Purulia, tradition takes shape in clay and color. Chhau masks come alive through the hands of dedicated artisans, especially women breaking barriers. Each mask tells a story — of culture, creativity, and quiet revolution.
In the vibrant lanes of Purulia, West Bengal, the Chhau mask is born from clay, paper, and colour. These masks give face to the region's storied Chhau dance — but the film turns its lens on the artisans behind them, especially the women who are reshaping a craft once closed to them. Chhau Masks of Purulia is a celebration of craft and a portrait of a quiet revolution, told one handmade mask at a time.
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