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BENGALURU: A breathtaking drone hyperlapse video of Bengaluru’s glittering Diwali night sky, captured by drone pilot Srihari Karanath, has taken social media by storm. The stunning footage, showcasing the city bathed in festive lights and fireworks, also caught the attention of Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, who praised the artistic visuals. Karanath, a DGCA-certified drone pilot associated with Karnataka Tourism, shared the video on X (formerly Twitter) with the caption: “Drone Hyperlapse over Bengaluru captures a stunning Deepawali sky!” The video offers a sweeping aerial view of Bengaluru’s illuminated skyline, where fireworks and diyas create a vibrant canvas of celebration. Using a hyperlapse technique — a dynamic version of a timelapse where the camera moves between shots — Karanath captured the motion and energy of the city’s festivities with cinematic precision. Nirmala Sitharaman’s praise for the visuals Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, who also hails from Bengaluru, shared the post and lauded the effort. “This has come out so well. The canvas is artistic. Brush strokes are camera exposure. Great effort,” she wrote. Her comment further amplified the post’s visibility, with thousands of users liking and sharing the video in admiration of both the city and the creative presentation. Social media reactions pour in As of the last update, the video had amassed nearly 70,000 views and hundreds of appreciative comments. Many users celebrated Bengaluru’s dazzling Diwali charm, calling the video a perfect blend of technology and culture. One user commented, “Absolutely breathtaking! Bengaluru really knows how to light up the sky,” while another said, “Stunning hyperlapse! Perfectly captures the energy and beauty of Bengaluru on Diwali night.” A third wrote, “Bangalore never disappoints — along with being the tech capital of the world, it is also the culture capital of Bharat.”Another user humorously added, “And then there were some commenting that Deepavali vibes are not there in this city.” The art behind the hyperlapse A hyperlapse differs from a standard timelapse as it involves deliberate camera movement between each frame, creating a sense of fluid motion. The technique allows viewers to experience the city’s panoramic transition from one dazzling moment to the next — making it especially effective for festivals like Diwali, where light and movement dominate the visual scene. Experts have noted that such cinematic displays not only celebrate India’s festive spirit but also promote urban tourism and creative storytelling through drone cinematography. A Diwali to remember Millions across India illuminated their homes, streets, and skies to mark Diwali, the festival of lights, on October 20. The annual celebration signifies the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, bringing together families and communities in a spirit of joy and unity. Karanath’s visual masterpiece stands as a tribute to that very spirit — portraying Bengaluru not just as a hub of innovation and technology, but also as a city that radiates cultural warmth and festive splendour.
