The curse of saree vadt is a traditional Indian belief that refers to a curse that is believed to befall any woman who wears a particular type of saree. The word 'vadt' means curse in Marathi, one of the many languages spoken in India. According to the belief, if a woman wears a saree that has been cursed, she will encounter a series of unfortunate events in her life. The origin of this belief is uncertain and varies from region to region in India. Some believe that it is connected to ancient folklore, while others attribute it to superstition. Regardless of its origin, the belief has been deeply ingrained in Indian culture and has been passed down through generations.
Here, guitarist Adam Dutkiewicz talks us through My Curse’s inception, chronicling the somewhat tumultuous creation of the song’s lyrics, and why he’s still happy to play it every night over a decade since its release…
Here, guitarist Adam Dutkiewicz talks us through My Curse s inception, chronicling the somewhat tumultuous creation of the song s lyrics, and why he s still happy to play it every night over a decade since its release. I always feel like the songs that come together the quickest are the ones that are the easiest to listen to because they just feel right from the beginning.
Regardless of its origin, the belief has been deeply ingrained in Indian culture and has been passed down through generations. As per the curse, wearing the saree will bring bad luck and misfortune to the woman who dons it. The curse is believed to manifest in various ways, such as health issues, financial problems, relationship troubles, and overall unhappiness.
How I wrote My Curse, by Killswitch Engage's Adam D
Their 2006 album, As Daylight Dies, was a landmark release for Killswitch Engage. Not only did its special edition spawn a cover of Dio’s Holy Diver that’s gone on to become a staple of the band’s live repertoire, but lead single My Curse had an even greater impact, with then-vocalist Howard Jones’ tale of heartache striking a chord with metal fans the world over.
Here, guitarist Adam Dutkiewicz talks us through My Curse’s inception, chronicling the somewhat tumultuous creation of the song’s lyrics, and why he’s still happy to play it every night over a decade since its release…
“It’s fun to be talking about My Curse, because it all happened so long ago. I know for a fact that, musically, I wrote that entire song, and the writing of it was a pretty normal process: I got my laptop going, started out with the initial riff, and then I think the first verse was what I wrote next, and it went from there. That process of starting out with a riff and building from that point is usually how I work. One riff led to another, and then I took the finished product to the rest of the band. They liked it, so we went ahead with things in a very democratic way – it’s never been the case in our band that one of us can be like, ‘I think this song is great and we’re recording it no matter what.’ The approval of everyone is always required.
“In terms of the music, My Curse was one of the easiest songs we’ve ever written – we’ve had much harder times with other songs. Often we’ll have the spine of a track but some of us won’t like certain bits, so then we chop it apart and the process goes on and on. I always feel like the songs that come together the quickest are the ones that are the easiest to listen to because they just feel right from the beginning. There’s definitely something to be said for that.
“Once we got into the studio to record it was largely business as usual, but My Curse was one for which Howard wrote the lyrics, and the idea he started with was great. He loves singing about girls, and that’s what the song is about, really. I tried to offer my input to Howard regarding the lyrics because although the initial idea was good, I never really liked the chorus – I thought it could be hookier. We actually got into a spat about it in the studio: Howard insisted the lyrics were perfect and he didn’t want to change anything, but I thought they needed more impact – the words just weren’t doing it for me. We were going around in circles with the lyrics but they never changed, so what you have with My Curse is Howard’s original idea that he refused to alter, despite my protestations. But a bunch of people liked it, so I guess I was fucking wrong! That disagreement between us was the only real issue we came across when putting the song together.
“I don’t remember much about making the video other than that it had something to do with a book. As a band we don’t really like being in our videos; it’s not much fun, and performance videos are so daft, anyway. It’s a band in a room and a director going, ‘Pretend you’re rocking out!’ It’s so lame and stupid. We wanted to keep the performance side to the My Curse video to a minimum and focus more on the storyline and the theme of love that’s being expressed in the lyrics. Like with all of our videos, we wanted to keep out of the limelight as much as possible!
“I still enjoy playing My Curse live – as long as there’s a crowd reaction, I’m into it. Obviously, given its popularity, we’ve played it at every show since it was released, so I’ve definitely played it enough, but if people keep loving it the way they do, we’ll keep performing it. I feel like My Curse is a good representation of everything we’ve done throughout our career: it’s got some singing, some yelling… but I guess the one thing I do wish is that we were best known for something more metal. But hey, what are you gonna do? It’s a popular song for a reason, and if My Curse is the track we’re remembered for, then so be it.
“Any time a song of ours does well like that it blows me away. It’s nice to see people latching on to our music, but I never really understood why people liked the lyrics and chorus of My Curse so much because it’s nothing amazing to me. That being said, it’s a simple message that’s being portrayed, so I guess that helps people relate to it. What do I know, really? I don’t know shit!”
Their 2006 album, As Daylight Dies, was a landmark release for Killswitch Engage. Not only did its special edition spawn a cover of Dio’s Holy Diver that’s gone on to become a staple of the band’s live repertoire, but lead single My Curse had an even greater impact, with then-vocalist Howard Jones’ tale of heartache striking a chord with metal fans the world over.
It is said that the curse cannot be lifted unless the saree is discarded or a specific ritual is performed. The reasons behind a saree being cursed can differ. It is said that the curse can be placed by someone who is jealous or harbors ill-will towards the woman wearing the saree. Others believe that the curse can befall anyone who disrespects the saree by not wearing it properly or mishandling it. Despite its irrational nature, the belief in the curse of saree vadt continues to be prevalent, particularly in rural areas of India. This belief has led to many women avoiding certain types of sarees or being cautious about accepting or buying second-hand sarees. It is important to note that the curse of saree vadt is a superstition and has no scientific basis. It is a cultural belief that has been passed down through generations, and its power lies in the faith placed in it by individuals who believe in it. While it may seem irrational to outsiders, it is essential to respect cultural beliefs and traditions, even if they are not grounded in reason or logic..
Reviews for "The Dark Side of Saree Vadt: Tales of Tragedy and Misfortune"
1. Emily - 2 stars - I was really looking forward to watching "The Curse of Saree Vadt" as I am a fan of horror movies, but I was really disappointed. The plot was weak and the storyline felt disjointed. The scares were predictable and the jump scares were overused. The acting was also subpar, with many of the characters coming across as unconvincing. Overall, I found the film to be underwhelming and would not recommend it to others.
2. John - 1 star - "The Curse of Saree Vadt" is possibly one of the worst horror movies I have ever seen. The writing was abysmal, filled with cliches and predictable twists. The special effects were laughably bad, making it impossible to feel any sense of fear or suspense. The characters were one-dimensional, and it was difficult to connect or empathize with any of them. I found myself looking at my watch, waiting for the movie to end. Save yourself the trouble and skip this one.
3. Samantha - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "The Curse of Saree Vadt" after seeing the intriguing trailer, but sadly, the movie failed to deliver. The pacing was incredibly slow, and there were long stretches of time where nothing interesting happened. The scares were few and far between, and when they did happen, they were lackluster and predictable. The cinematography and set design were also uninspired. Overall, "The Curse of Saree Vadt" was a missed opportunity and left me feeling bored and unimpressed.
4. Mike - 1 star - "The Curse of Saree Vadt" is a prime example of a horror film that fails to elicit any genuine fear or suspense. The storyline was confusing and lacked cohesion, making it difficult to follow and invest in the characters. The acting was wooden and unconvincing, further diminishing any potential for scares. The visuals were uninspiring, and the jump scares felt forced and ineffective. I found myself questioning why I even bothered watching this movie. Save yourself the disappointment and skip it.