Uma had buddhist parents. “Uma” means “flax” in Sanskrit. Flax is an herb with blue flowers. This explains the blue sash.
Uma is a name of the goddess Parvati in Hindu mythology. As Shiva’s bride, Parvati symbolizes the power, “shakti,” embodied in Shiva. In the case of Uma Thurman at the 76th Academy Awards, Oscar (the most powerful god in Hollywood) represents Shiva. Uma Thurman performed the role of “The Bride” in Quentin Tarentino’s movie, Kill Bill. It is customary that actors somehow promote their current movies at awards shows. Naturally, the haute couture dress by Christian LaCroix has a bridal theme as well as that of a samurai. Parvati as Bogashatri is the pose that Parvati takes before going to the inner sanctum of the Hindu temple to be with her lover Shiva. Often the sculpture is paraded around temple grounds before the gods are put to sleep in the inner sanctum. Frequently when posing for photographers, Uma usually stands in a pose that is close to fourth position in ballet.
If she were to then sit down, it would resemble the pose of the statue seen below.
And no, I don’t seriously believe my own bullshit!
;D 8)
