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Himalayan Threads: Documentary Weaves Culture, Climate
19 Jul
Summary
- Documentary 'Chola Dora aur Sui' highlights Gaddi community's traditional outfit.
- Film explores tailoring as heritage craft amid climate change challenges.
- The short documentary received a Special Jury Mention at the 72nd National Awards.
A non-feature documentary, 'Chola Dora aur Sui', directed by Jaymin Modi and Lokesh Ghai, earned a Special Jury Mention at the 72nd National Film Awards announced on July 18, 2026. This recognition celebrates the film's unique approach to storytelling.
The film shines a light on the rich Himalayan culture, focusing on the Gaddi community of Himachal Pradesh. It details their traditional woolen outfit, the 'Chola-Dora', and the significance of the 'Sui' (needle) in tailoring, portraying it as a vital living heritage craft.
Set within a delicate mountain ecosystem, the documentary addresses pressing issues of cultural erosion and climate change. It prompts reflection on how clothing and its creation contribute to material and cultural sustainability, offering lessons for a pro-environmental fashion model.
Filmmaker Jaymin Modi, with a design background from NID Ahmedabad, and design educator Lokesh Ghai, a specialist in traditional crafts, collaborated on this project. The 30-minute film has been screened at various venues, including the Lalbhai Dalpatbhai Museum in Ahmedabad.
