Director Nagaraja Somayaji Showcases Fishing Community

Times of India · entertainment

Director Nagaraja Somayaji's upcoming film, Devi Mahatme, aims to bring the Karavali region's fishing community and their struggles to the silver screen. Having grown up in the coastal area, Somayaji felt a deep desire to showcase his roots and the unique way of life there. The film explores the central conflict between tradition and modernization impacting the fishing trade. It highlights the dilemmas faced by the local community as modern ways enter their traditional port, reflecting a broader societal change.