Rice

In this intimate video installation, Roshni sits quietly, engaged in the act of cleaning rice—a time-honored tradition passed down through generations. The gentle rhythm of rinsing the rice becomes a meditative ritual, grounding the viewer in the present moment while evoking deep memories of the past. As the person watches herself on the TV screen, a quiet conversation unfolds between her present self and the image of her former self. The video she observes weaves together themes of meditation, dance, and sensory awakening, delving into the body's transformative role in both spiritual and personal growth.

The interplay of past and present, self and memory, reflects the continuity of tradition and the ongoing journey of self-discovery. In this process of purification, both physical and spiritual, the work honors ancestral wisdom while celebrating the present moment. It suggests that transformation need not only occur in dramatic shifts, but also in the quiet, sacred rituals that connect us to our bodies, our histories, and the subtle currents of change within us.