Now she does not wander. She stands – torn open, blazing, a knot undone into a thousand crimson stars, daring the wind: I was a knot. Now I am the unraveling that blooms.
The poet draws our attention to the Shalmali (Semul or Silk-Cotton tree), a majestic figure in the Indian landscape. It is distinct for two reasons: its vibrant red flowers that bloom when the tree is leafless, and its trunk, which is covered in sharp, woody thorns. julali gaath ga shalmali kholgade
Watch the lyrical video for 'Julali Gaath Ga' from the film Makeup to see the full credits and lyrics: A phrase from a regional or indigenous language
The lyrics, written by Javed Ali, are poetic and imaginative, with a touch of surrealism. They add to the song's charm and make it memorable. Now she does not wander