
Deepavali has always been
a celebration best experienced up close, from warm flickers of oil lamps to the
rustle of new silk, and the patient hands that trace a kolam at the entrance of
the home. It is a season of colour, light and togetherness.
This year, Sunway Pyramid
celebrates the Festival of Lights with “Colours of Light”, inviting visitors to
go beyond admiring festive décor and experience the culture behind it. From now
onwards, Sunway Pyramid’s grand foyer will be a spectacle of radiant colours,
glowing lights, traditional artistry and cultural experiences – a reflection of
how different colours, traditions and people come together during Deepavali in
a shared spirit of happiness, unity and connection.
At the heart of the
celebration is a kolam created live at the Grand
Foyer. Rather than unveiling a finished piece, Sunway Pyramid invited
shoppers to watch the kolam take shape over six hours on 15 October, as artist
K Kobi Kanasan laid down each line, curve and layer of colour by hand. The live
showcase offered an unhurried look at the time, precision and artistry behind
this traditional decorative art form, long drawn at the thresholds of homes to
welcome guests and blessings.
The kolam reached its final
form today at the official launch of Sunway Pyramid’s Deepavali campaign, where
Jessica Teng, Senior Manager of Marketing at Sunway Malls Selangor, added its
last element. As the final touch was placed, the kolam illuminated to mark the
celebration of Deepavali at Sunway Pyramid. The moment was followed by a
cultural performance, and the illuminated kolam will remain at the Grand Foyer
as the campaign’s festive centrepiece throughout the season.
“Deepavali is a meaningful
celebration of light which can often represent hope and togetherness. We hope
our centrepiece kolam and the activities we are curated create a deeper
appreciation of traditional art and genuine experience of warmth through
community,” said Mr Jason Chin, Chief Executive Officer of Sunway Malls
Selangor.
Visitors can take that
invitation a step further at the Grand Foyer, where a traditional-costume
experience lets shoppers dress in traditional Indian attire and photograph the
occasion. Whether trying it on for the first time or revisiting a familiar
tradition, the experience offers a hands-on way to discover the craftsmanship
and meaning woven into each outfit.
On selected weekends,
cultural performances will bring the energy, movement and rhythm of Deepavali
to the mall, adding a musical dimension to “Colours of Light.”
Shoppers can also get
hands-on at LUSH bath bomb-making workshops, part of the weekend programme for
those looking to create something of their own this festive season. Over at the
Sunway Lagoon Mart booth, festive favourites such as murukku and kacang putih
sit alongside an array of snacks. For those feeling peckish, Mantra Indian
Cuisine will be serving up a spread of Indian delicacies at its booth.
As festive meals bring families and friends
together, Sunway Pyramid has partnered with Jasmine for this year’s festive
redemption programme. Shoppers who spend a minimum of RM350 in two same-day
receipts can redeem a GODIVA Chocolate Gold Gift Box and a Jasmine PusaCream
Basmathi Rice (Parboiled) 400g; a nod to the dishes shared at the heart of
every Deepavali gathering.
Visit Sunway Pyramid’s website at www.sunwaypyramid.com or social media (@sunway_pyramid), for more
information about the mall’s Deepavali celebrations, exclusive deals,
activities and more.
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