A 13-meter saree was made overnight for the climax scene of ‘Devdas,’ reveals the costume designer.
Mumbai, June 17. The film ‘Devdas’, featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Aishwarya Rai, captured the hearts of the audience with all its scenes. However, there were certain scenes in the film that required the makers to work hard.
The costume designer shared the challenges faced in preparing for the climax scenes of ‘Devdas’. These revelations might surprise you. Let’s find out what was said.
The designer mentioned, ‘I had just one night to create that look. Throughout the film, sarees ranging from 12-14 meters in length were used. For the entire costume, I cut two or three sarees. For the climax scene, the director felt that a cotton saree suitable for Durga Puja was needed, we had
About: Devdas
“Devdas” is a renowned novel written by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay in 1917, which has been adapted into several iconic films in the Indian cinema. The story is set in the early 20th century and revolves around Devdas, a young man from a wealthy Bengali family who falls in love with his childhood friend, Parvati (Paro), but is unable to marry her due to social constraints and his own inability to defy his family’s expectations. This tragic tale of unfulfilled love and the protagonist’s downward spiral into alcoholism has become a classic in Indian literature and film, touching on themes of love, loss, and societal norms.
About: Durga Puja
Durga Puja is a major Hindu festival celebrated predominantly in West Bengal, India, and among Bengali communities worldwide, marking the victory of the goddess Durga over the buffalo demon Mahishasura. This event symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and involves elaborate rituals, including the creation of intricate clay sculptures of Durga, music, dance, and cultural performances. The festival, rooted in ancient mythology and traditions, typically spans ten days during the Hindu month of Ashvin (September-October), culminating in the immersion of Durga idols in water, signifying her return to Mount Kailasa.
