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Hunar-e-Aza: Lucknow's Faith & Craftsmanship
12 Jul
Summary
- Documentary showcases Muharram arts like alams and taziyas.
- Film traces crafts to Nawab Muhammad Ali Shah's patronage.
- Highlights interfaith participation in Muharram traditions.
A documentary titled 'Hunar-e-Aza' has been screened, offering a deep dive into Lucknow's Muharram traditions and the intricate arts connected to this observance. The film visually captures the solemnity of the first 10 days of Muharram and explains the significance of mourning attire.
Directed by Ayesha Khatoon and Apurva Shah, 'Hunar-e-Aza' explores Lucknow's historical azadari culture. It highlights the craftsmanship behind making alams, zari work, and taziyas, alongside crafts like aari and zardozi. These traditions flourished under Nawab Muhammad Ali Shah, becoming integral to Muharram.
The documentary further showcases Lucknow's inclusive cultural heritage, illustrating generations of participation from Shia, Sunni, and Hindu communities in Muharram processions and rituals. It reveals Muharram in Lucknow as a blend of faith, people, and art.
