--- title: "Aakaar Puppet Theatre: Keeping Kathputli Traditions Alive" description: "Join Puran Bhat of Aakaar Puppet Theatre on a journey to preserve Kathputli. From traditional Rajasthani puppet shows to craft workshops, we bring heritage to life." canonical: https://mytribe.in/aakaar_puppet/custom-puppet-design-fabrication/our-mission-journey last_updated: 2025-09-22 --- # Our Puppetry Journey: Keeping Traditions Alive Tribe Verified · Performing traditional Kathputli across three continents. By [Aakaar Puppet Theatre](https://mytribe.in/aakaar_puppet) · Ships custom puppets across India · ₹3,500 Per Puppet (estimate) Part of [Custom Puppet Design & Fabrication](https://mytribe.in/aakaar_puppet/custom-puppet-design-fabrication). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/aakaar_puppet/custom-puppet-design-fabrication/gallery) Art never dies, it lives in our hearts. This is the story of Aakaar Puppet Theatre—from our roots in Delhi's Kathputli Colony to stages across the world. ## Photos and videos - [Video: I believe it is important to speak for our craft. This is a clip of me at a conference, explaining that art is immortal and we must not call it a 'dying art'. It is a message from my heart to keep all traditions respected and alive.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0a372157-6db9-4e40-bceb-01229604e6c7) - ![A quiet moment with my creations after a show in Barcelona, Spain. Traveling the world for puppet festivals allows me to share our Indian culture and also learn from other artists, keeping our tradition connected and growing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1d359418-918a-4014-b48a-96fbb13dbd5a) - ![This poster for our performance in Barcelona is a reminder of our journey. We were invited to perform, and it shows that the art of Kathputli is loved and appreciated by people everywhere.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/03af3894-cbe1-4166-a88e-144e422af9d9) ## About Our Mission & Journey When I craft a puppet, I am not just assembling wood and fabric. I follow old traditions, including a small blessing for the new puppet head before it is painted. Whether you are hosting a school event in Delhi or a festival abroad, my approach ensures that every character tells a story that has resonated for generations. People often ask me if Kathputli is a dying art. I tell them, art never dies—it is the person that leaves, but the craft remains as long as we keep our hands moving. My journey began in the Kathputli Colony of Delhi, and it has taken me to festivals in Spain, France, and Germany. Everywhere I go, I carry my heritage with me. My mission is to share the joy of Rajasthani storytelling. I do not just put on a show; I host workshops where kids and adults learn to carve wood, paint faces, and stitch costumes from scratch. If you are looking for a performance that feels raw and authentic, not just a rehearsed act, this is where we start. We keep our techniques traditional, but our stories are meant for everyone, whether you are in a school hall, a corporate event, or a global puppet festival. Let us connect to bring this tradition to your next gathering. ## About Aakaar Puppet Theatre I am Puran Bhat, a Sangeet Natak Academy awardee and a lifelong puppeteer from Delhi. My life is dedicated to my puppets, and I invite you to join me in preserving this beautiful tradition. 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