A durational performance piece that explores the concept of unresolved trauma through the idiom "to sweep under the carpet." Set against a backdrop of scattered sand and a carpet, Aparna engages in a ritualistic act of sweeping, symbolizing the burden of unacknowledged trauma. Tying a broom to her leg, she embodies the entrapment and weight of suppressed emotions. With each sweeping motion, Aparna confronts suppressed memories and internal turmoil, challenging societal taboos surrounding mental health.
Through her performance, Aparna invites viewers to confront their own complexities and embark on a journey of
self-discovery, transcending cultural boundaries to provoke introspection and dialogue.