Sthal: A Window into Arranged Marriage Traditions
Unions in India are frequently depicted as festive and opulent gatherings, where families unite to celebrate customs. Nevertheless, for numerous women, the arranged marriage process may be a profoundly troubling ordeal, stemming from societal pressures and patriarchal norms. The Marathi-language film Sthal: A Matchreveals this often-overlooked aspect of Indian nuptials, providing a candid perspective on the humiliations that women and their families endure during the process of finding a suitable match.takes place in the rural scenery of Maharashtra, SthalSet against the backdrop of rural Maharashtra, Sthal, helmed by Jayant Digambar Somalkar, distinguishes itself with its candid portrayal of arranged marriage…