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Ramayana Costumes Spark Debate: Sita's Modern Look Under Fire
3 Aug
Summary
- Costume designers faced scrutiny for modern styling in the Ramayana film.
- Sita's character is depicted wearing blouses, unlike traditional portrayals.
- Designers emphasize artistic interpretation over strict historical accuracy.
Costume designers Rimple and Harpreet Narulah, renowned for their work on 'Padmaavat' and 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar,' have addressed public discussions surrounding the costumes for the upcoming Ramayana film.
The film's modern styling has sparked significant social media debate, with particular attention on the depiction of Sita (Sai Pallavi) wearing blouses, a departure from traditional portrayals. Memes comparing Kaikeyi's look (Lara Dutta) to television characters have also circulated.
Rimple explained that artistic interpretation, rather than strict archaeological authenticity, guided their design for Goddess Sita. She stated that the goal was to create an image that resonated with their personal consciousness, acknowledging that no preserved garments from the Treta Yuga era exist for direct replication.
Harpreet elaborated on the intentionality behind Kaikeyi's costume colors, noting that green symbolized motherhood and maroon represented her inner conflict. He urged viewers to experience the film before forming opinions, emphasizing that every thread in the costumes carries thought and purpose, aiming to make the ancient epic visually engaging for contemporary audiences.
