Lost in time, dialect and borders, Siddi Konkani finally finds a voice

Jayan Cherian's film "Rhythm of Dammam," screened at the 55th International Film Festival of India, showcases the Siddi community's culture and struggles. The film, shot entirely in the Siddi dialect, explores their music, rituals, and the dammam instrument, highlighting their history and the impact of slavery and conversion on...