Unveiling Symbols Through Colours: Colorizing Gangubai Kathiawadi


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Authors

  • Shubhekshana Matkar Research Scholar, Department of English, Baburaoji Gholap College, PWD Colony Rd, Defence Area, Old Sangvi, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune, MS, India https://orcid.org/0009-0003-8780-0085
  • Sangita Ghodake Professor, Head of the Department of English, Department of English, PDEA’s Shankarrao Nasarapur, Tal. Bhor, Pune, MS, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53032/tcl.2024.9.6.09

Keywords:

White Colour, Emotions, Symbolism, Visual language, Non-verbal Communication, Graphic, Gangubai Kathiwadi

Abstract

The present study explores the symbolic significance of the color white as portrayed in the cinematic narrative of Gangubai Kathiawadi, a film that intricately weaves visual and thematic elements to highlight its protagonist’s journey. Focusing on the iconic white saree worn by Gangubai, the research explores how this singular color serves as a multifaceted symbol, embodying a spectrum of emotions, values, and socio-cultural dynamics. The white saree emerges as a central motif, representing love, spirituality, power, leadership, defeat, and submission, thus reflecting the layered complexities of Gangubai’s character and her evolving persona. The research underscores how the strategic use of white transcends mere aesthetics, becoming a narrative device that communicates the protagonist’s emotional state, resilience, and transformation. Through an analysis of key scenes and visual storytelling, the study illustrates how white evolves as a marker of purity juxtaposed with the grim realities of Gangubai’s world, thereby challenging conventional stereotypes associated with the color. It also examines how white reinforces themes of power and leadership, while simultaneously symbolizing moments of vulnerability and surrender, encapsulating the duality of strength and fragility. Furthermore, this research emphasizes the broader implications of color in cinema as a graphic element that encapsulates emotions, mindsets, and societal perceptions. By dissecting the nuanced use of white in Gangubai Kathiawadi, this study reveals the potency of color symbolism in shaping narratives, influencing audience perception, and deepening character arcs. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of how visual elements in cinema can transcend superficial aesthetics to engage with profound symbolic and emotional dimensions. Ultimately, this study highlights the pivotal role of color in bridging the gap between visual representation and thematic depth, making Gangubai Kathiawadi a compelling case study in cinematic symbolism.

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References

1. MasterClass. (2021, June 23). 5 Ways to Create a Film Color Palette: How to Use Color in Film. https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-create-a-film-color-palette

2. Breaking down ALia Bhatt’s All White Costumes of Gangubai Kathiyawadi https://www.filmcompanion.in/interviews/gangubai-kathiawadi-alia-bhatt-sanjay-leela-bhansali-breaking-down-all-white-costumes

3. Enclothed Cognition, White Solipsism, and Clothing Transition: A Study on Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022), Tylor and Francis Ramya Arivanantham and Vineeth Radhakrishnan

4. Favourite Female Protagonist: Alia Bhatt’s Gangubai Kathiawadi Is All Shades Of Human https://www.filmcompanion.in/readers-articles/gangubai-kathiawadi-alia-bhatt-favourite-female-protagonist-is-all-shades-of-human

5. Bhansali, Sanjay Leela, Dir. 2022. Gangubai Kathiawadi. India: Pen Studios. https://www.netflix.com/in/title/81280352?source=35

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Published

2024-12-31

How to Cite

Matkar, Shubhekshana, and Sangita Ghodake. “Unveiling Symbols Through Colours: Colorizing Gangubai Kathiawadi”. The Creative Launcher, vol. 9, no. 6, Dec. 2024, pp. 88-97, doi:10.53032/tcl.2024.9.6.09.

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