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202010 minGdoc-short

Sarimen

202010 minGdoc-short

Men play a large part in the making and selling of saris, from weavers to shop assistants, across cities like Lucknow, Delhi, Kolkata, and Benaras.

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Qaushiq Mukherjee

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Men play a large part in the making and selling of saris, from weavers to shop assistants, across cities like Lucknow, Delhi, Kolkata, and Benaras.

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Qaushiq Mukherjee

Qaushiq Mukherjeedirector

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Weavers in Lucknow and shop assistants in Kolkata contribute to the sari industry. Sarimen, a 10-minute film, shows the roles of men in making and selling saris. It features locations such as Delhi and Benaras as it captures the craftsmanship involved in this tradition. The film focuses on the processes and dedication that underpin the sari's creation. It offers a look at how gender influences the craft and commerce surrounding this cultural fabric.

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