Every ritual, from pelli koduku to vidaai, photographed and filmed in full.

Glowing mothers, blessings, bangles and a lot of happy noise.

The first light, the first milk boiling over, the first day of a new chapter.

Tiny fingers, a whispered name, and the family gathered around.

Caps, gowns and proud parents, in portraits that last longer than the degree photo.

From first birthdays to 50 years together, every candle counted.