In Kinnauri Folklore, Bāyul are hidden sacred villages that cannot be seen by passersby. They are protected by nature and believed to be home to kind and ancient beings. The name Forgotten Folks comes from this idea. Just like Bāyuls, there are real communities in the mountains that remain unseen; not by magic, but because of their remote geography and limited access.

Through film, documentaries, archiving, and by supporting local handloom, handicrafts and agriculture, we want to bring their stories forward and make sure they are remembered, valued, and heard in a dignified manner.