Witnessing Theyyam for the first time was nothing short of surreal! Photographing the fire Theyyam felt like standing inside a living myth, where drums, chants, and flames filled the night with raw energy. Theyyam is an ancient ritual tradition from North Malabar, Kerala, India, where performers transform into fierce deities through elaborate costumes and trance-like performances. For that moment, the performer is believed to embody the god itself, blessing devotees and carrying forward sacred stories. Standing so close to the fire and devotion felt both humbling and electrifying. An experience that will stay with me for a lifetime. 🔥