Aimee Baruah Walks Cannes Red Carpet In Traditional Assamese Attire

GUWAHATI, (IANS) – Assam’s renowned actress Aimee Baruah walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival wearing traditional Assamese attire—a muga silk mekhela sador adorned with ancient Assamese designs such as Goj Bota and Gam Kharu.

The Goj Bota design, an ancient pattern from Assam, features intricate floral and geometric shapes dating back to the Ahom Dynasty, when muga silk was a luxury, as it still is today. This design symbolizes the rich cultural and natural beauty of Assam. Conversely, the Gam Kharu motif is a traditional symbol of prosperity and protection deeply rooted in Assamese culture.

The attire skillfully incorporated the classic Goj Bota and Gam Kharu motifs into the muga silk mekhela sador, utilizing five different threads and colors to create intricate patterns, blending Eri, cotton, and Guna yarn to showcase the artistry and craftsmanship of Assam’s handloom industry.