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A traditional handwoven kanchipuram pure silk saree in pink shot with white has checks across the body in pink lines. The pink shot with white border has zari band and green stripes and selvedge The pink pallu has stripes and bands in gold zari . . . #kanjivaram #kanjeevaramweave #panjavarnam #panjavarnampenn #silk #iwearhandloom #handwoven #sareenotsorry #sareelove #sareeaddict https://www.instagram.com/p/B5cheWKF1So/?igshid=1b0ay0uv6fmqu

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Porkaalam

Love, friendship, brother-sister affection, sensitivity towards the differently-abled, the intricacies of our traditional art works and a sneak peek into the lives of these art makers…

These are treasures of Porkaalam...

This movie created an awareness of the stigma, challenges, pain and tears surrounding the differently-abled people and their families. Such individuals do not naturally feel less worthy because of only their conditions. So often, it is the society's pity and rejection that crushes their self-confidence and self-esteem. At the end of the day, all they want is acceptance and equality. When given the right opportunity and training, many have come to prove themselves in their respective fields. Without that, when pressurised by the judgemental nature of the society, many of them have lost themselves in the darkness forever, like Panjavarnam. Sadly, Manikam will carry the pain of his helplessness for the rest of his life. Him marrying a differently-abled girl as a dedication to his sister, and so that no one should face the same fate was a noble ending and an example to be followed. The theme of the entire movie was beautifully summed-up in the last song "Oona Oonam". For this very reason, this movie will stay close to my heart.

The name of two precious stones. Manikam. Maragatham. Their poetry-like love story kept us continually curious on whether they will someday unite in love. The indirect conversations they shared through their art works (the clay-pot and clay-horse) were pure classics. In those moments, their anxieties, yearning and tears became ours too. The expression of their love peaked with the "Thanjavooru Mannu Eduthu" song. As a clay-art maker, Manikam expressed his love in the form of the art he knew best. That added great value to the song's visualisation and Manikam's characterisation.

On the 22nd anniversary of Porkaalam, reminiscining this brought back such fond memories. And a special mention to Murali sir and Manivannan sir (who are no longer with us) for their years of emoting such beautiful performances.

Thank you for the changes he has brought into this society with the reflection of his art and the nobility of his thoughts. Eagerly waiting for more!

I feel privileged that today I am able to share these thoughts with the man himself, after 22 long years.

Because of him and the memories of the films he has made...

The 90s era will always be our sweet and unforgettable "Porkaalam"...!

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A traditional handwoven kanchipuram pure silk saree in mustard shot with purple has checks in mustard line across the body. The magenta border has zari bands and a mustard selvedge. The pallu has stripes and bands in gold zari. . . . #kanchipattu #sareenotsorry #kanchipuramsilksarees #silks #weavesofindia #handwoven #handloom #ilovehandloom #indiantextiles #100sareepact #panjavarnam #panjavarnamsilks #panjavarnampenn https://www.instagram.com/p/B5XQlTyFZSF/?igshid=mft41hk7jh7e

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A beautiful handwoven Kanchi silk cotton saree in Pink with mustard checks enclosing small bhutties on the body and a threadwork border . . . #panjavarnam #panjavarnamsilks #kanchipuramsilks #kanjivaramsilks #kanchisilkcotton #thousandbhuttas #asareeaday https://www.instagram.com/p/B5VIaxLlbRf/?igshid=108t84it7iboz

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A traditional handwoven kanchipuram pure silk No Zari saree in multi coloured checks in red, yellow and orange with a red border with temple rekku. The pallu has stripes and bands. . . . #kanchipattu #sareenotsorry #kanchipuramsilksarees #silks #weavesofindia #handwoven #handloom #ilovehandloom #indiantextiles #100sareepact #panjavarnam #panjavarnamsilks #panjavarnampenn https://www.instagram.com/p/B4y8--OJAzD/?igshid=245gd3h16mey

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Traditional kanchipuram handwoven pure silk saree in orange with a blue shot magenta border having zari checks and a blue shot magenta pallu with minimalistic zari work. . . . #kanjivaram #kanjeevaramweave #panjavarnam #panjavarnampenn #silk #iwearhandloom #handwoven #sareenotsorry #sareelove #sareeaddict https://www.instagram.com/p/B4nKdarp-Ef/?igshid=1ra8nqx7kpsmg

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A traditional handwoven kanchipuram pure silk No Zari saree in multi- coloured checks has a maroon shot with black border with a temple rekku. The black pallu has green stripes and bands. . . . #kanchipattu #sareenotsorry #kanchipuramsilksarees #silks #weavesofindia #handwoven #handloom #ilovehandloom #indiantextiles #100sareepact #panjavarnam #panjavarnamsilks #panjavarnampenn https://www.instagram.com/p/B4jfMchJ8Cd/?igshid=13u5ce29fparh

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Here’s a closer view of the Kalamkari saree draped on Ms. @purva.dhanashree. . . A rising border kalamkari saree, hand drawn and hand painted on cream tussar silk using organic vegetables dyes and a tissue zari border. . . . Dm or comment for more details . . . #kanchipattu #sareenotsorry #kanchipuramsilksarees #silks #weavesofindia #handwoven #handloom #ilovehandloom #indiantextiles #100sareepact #panjavarnam #panjavarnamsilks #panjavarnampenn https://www.instagram.com/p/B4eaEXbpym_/?igshid=1r21pgxvqm7jj

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A traditional handwoven kanchipuram pure silk no zari saree in blue shot with black has korvai temple border in yellow. the yellow pallu has stripes and bands.. . . . #kanchipattu #sareenotsorry #kanchipuramsilksarees #silks #weavesofindia #handwoven #handloom #ilovehandloom #indiantextiles #100sareepact #panjavarnam #panjavarnamsilks #panjavarnampenn https://www.instagram.com/p/B4UxV3opPn0/?igshid=w8v9wlzzr1b9

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Every saree at Panjavarnam is handpicked and curated from families of weavers who have been in the business for centuries... We pride over every saree we own and you must too. There is a story behind every weave and a story waiting to happen every time you wear one. This Diwali, we share our favouritess out here on instagram! Oh also, did we tell you that for every purchase YOU GET A 15%DISCOUNT??? . . On display today is this beautiful Handwoven Kanjivaram in Black woven with Red and Gold zari stripes across the body. The korvai Red retta pettu border has Red temple rekku and parallel gold zari stripes. The Red pallu has stripes and bands in gold zari. . . . #kanchipattu #sareenotsorry #kanchipuramsilksarees #silks #weavesofindia #handwoven #handloom #ilovehandloom #indiantextiles #100sareepact #panjavarnam #panjavarnamsilks #panjavarnampenn #diwali #lightitupwithpanjavarnam #diwalidiscount (at Panjavarnam) https://www.instagram.com/p/B380eKopwhA/?igshid=ijlg9inti1fq

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Every saree at Panjavarnam is handpicked and curated from families of weavers who have been in the business for centuries... We pride over every saree we own and you must too. There is a story behind every weave and a story waiting to happen every time you wear one. This Diwali, we share our favouritess out here on instagram! Oh also, did we tell you that for every purchase YOU GET A 15%DISCOUNT??? . . On display today is this beautiful Handwoven Kanjivaram in Black woven with Red and Gold zari stripes across the body. The korvai Red retta pettu border has Red temple rekku and parallel gold zari stripes. The Red pallu has stripes and bands in gold zari. . . . #kanchipattu #sareenotsorry #kanchipuramsilksarees #silks #weavesofindia #handwoven #handloom #ilovehandloom #indiantextiles #100sareepact #panjavarnam #panjavarnamsilks #panjavarnampenn #diwali #lightitupwithpanjavarnam #diwalidiscount (at Panjavarnam) https://www.instagram.com/p/B380b3MpCOr/?igshid=1hi8ucdoytrbs

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Every saree at Panjavarnam is handpicked and curated from families of weavers who have been in the business for centuries... We pride over every saree we own and you must too. There is a story behind every weave and a story waiting to happen every time you wear one. This Diwali, we share our favouritess out here on instagram! Oh also, did we tell you that for every purchase YOU GET A 15%DISCOUNT??? . . On display today is this beautiful Handwoven Kanjivaram in Black woven with Red and Gold zari stripes across the body. The korvai Red retta pettu border has Red temple rekku and parallel gold zari stripes. The Red pallu has stripes and bands in gold zari. . . . #kanchipattu #sareenotsorry #kanchipuramsilksarees #silks #weavesofindia #handwoven #handloom #ilovehandloom #indiantextiles #100sareepact #panjavarnam #panjavarnamsilks #panjavarnampenn #diwali #lightitupwithpanjavarnam #diwalidiscount (at Panjavarnam) https://www.instagram.com/p/B380Y89pLY7/?igshid=1awhlfrron895

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Every saree at Panjavarnam is handpicked and curated from families of weavers who have been in the business for centuries... We pride over every saree we own and you must too. There is a story behind every weave and a story waiting to happen every time you wear one. This Diwali, we share our favouritess out here on instagram! Oh also, did we tell you that for every purchase YOU GET A 15%DISCOUNT??? . . On display today is this beautiful Handwoven Kanjivaram in Black woven with Red and Gold zari stripes across the body. The korvai Red retta pettu border has Red temple rekku and parallel gold zari stripes. The Red pallu has stripes and bands in gold zari. . . . #kanchipattu #sareenotsorry #kanchipuramsilksarees #silks #weavesofindia #handwoven #handloom #ilovehandloom #indiantextiles #100sareepact #panjavarnam #panjavarnamsilks #panjavarnampenn #diwali #lightitupwithpanjavarnam #diwalidiscount (at Panjavarnam) https://www.instagram.com/p/B380VlKp0tN/?igshid=164q92vqbq239

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Every saree at Panjavarnam is handpicked and curated from families of weavers who have been in the business for centuries... We pride over every saree we own and you must too. There is a story behind every weave and a story waiting to happen every time you wear one. This Diwali, we share our favouritess out here on instagram! Oh also, did we tell you that for every purchase YOU GET A 15%DISCOUNT??? . . On display today is this beautiful Handwoven Kanjivaram in Black woven with Red and Gold zari stripes across the body. The korvai Red retta pettu border has Red temple rekku and parallel gold zari stripes. The Red pallu has stripes and bands in gold zari. . . . #kanchipattu #sareenotsorry #kanchipuramsilksarees #silks #weavesofindia #handwoven #handloom #ilovehandloom #indiantextiles #100sareepact #panjavarnam #panjavarnamsilks #panjavarnampenn #diwali #lightitupwithpanjavarnam #diwalidiscount https://www.instagram.com/p/B380Soxp7We/?igshid=pvi7yl95qake

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Every saree at Panjavarnam is handpicked and curated from families of weavers who have been in the business for centuries... We pride over every saree we own and you must too. There is a story behind every weave and a story waiting to happen every time you wear one. This Diwali, we share our favouritess out here on instagram! Oh also, did we tell you that for every purchase YOU GET A 15%DISCOUNT??? . . On display today is this beautiful Handwoven Kanjivaram in Black woven with Red and Gold zari stripes across the body. The korvai Red retta pettu border has Red temple rekku and parallel gold zari stripes. The Red pallu has stripes and bands in gold zari. . . . #kanchipattu #sareenotsorry #kanchipuramsilksarees #silks #weavesofindia #handwoven #handloom #ilovehandloom #indiantextiles #100sareepact #panjavarnam #panjavarnamsilks #panjavarnampenn #diwali #lightitupwithpanjavarnam #diwalidiscount (at Panjavarnam) https://www.instagram.com/p/B380P78J1Eh/?igshid=rjrln8alq098

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A traditional handwoven kanchipuram pure silk saree in Bottle green with chakram and floral butties all over the body and muthu vari stripes on the pallu . . For more details on the saree, follow the link: bit.ly/2Je8Jw5 . . . #kanjivaram #kanjeevaramweave #panjavarnam #panjavarnampenn #silk #iwearhandloom #handwoven #sareenotsorry #sareelove #sareeaddict (at Panjavarnam) https://www.instagram.com/p/B365AILJmJi/?igshid=q9znb3x6sr2l