Men of Rajasthan are famous for long well groomed moustaches. Men flaunt their moustaches, which go well with the Rajputana spirit that symbolizes the valor and glory of Rajasthan. They maintain their moustaches and it is a daily practice for them to massage it with mustard oil and then press it in to shape by tying a cloth around the face.

At Udaipur Palace I chanced to see a gentleman with well groomed moustache. He seemed to an important official there. I was hesitant to focus on him. What if he feels offended? Then on an impulse I decided to get rid of my inhibitions. I walked up to him and requested him to pose for me. To my surprise he very willingly posed.

I thanked him, he just smiled back with his palms folded in Namaste.

Shot with Canon DSLR.
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