Before sunrise, the Palayam Market in Kozhikode, Kerala, slowly awakens to the rhythm of trade, labor, and survival. Workers move tirelessly through narrow corridors carrying heavy bunches of bananas on their shoulders, while traders record sales amid the organized chaos of one of the region’s busiest wholesale markets.
This portfolio documents the unseen daily lives behind a familiar fruit – the strength, endurance, and dedication of the laborers who keep the market alive every single day. Surrounded by endless shades of green, the market becomes more than a trading space; it transforms into a living theatre of human effort, community, and resilience.
Through light, texture, and intimate moments, the series captures the dignity of work and the silent stories hidden within the crowded lanes of Palayam Market.
