You are not FAT… You’re just in a wrong tribe!
The Bodi, also known as the Me’en, are a unique ethnic group living in the remote Omo Valley region of Ethiopia. They have a unique tradition of participating in an annual ritual called Ka’el where young men have the goal of becoming the fattest man in the village.
Quarantined for six months by consuming a mixture of cow’s blood and milk. am. At the end of six months, the men come out of isolation to show off their freshly swollen bodies, and a winner is chosen by the community. Champion Fatman is then honored and celebrated as the hero of his life. threatened.
Bodhi people aspire to uphold traditions and customs, but face pressure to adapt to modern society. French photographer Eric Laforgue captures stunning images of this tradition, offering an insight into the unique culture of the Bodhi people, and is also a cultural celebration that unites the community. Prepare drinks, dance and sing to celebrate the New Year.
 The fat guys take center stage and the whole village is proud of their achievements.
This tradition is deeply rooted in Bodhi’s way of life and has been passed down from generation to generation. What sets them apart from other ethnic groups in the region is the unique aspect of their culture.
But Bodhi people face many challenges that threaten their way of life
The Bodhi, also known as the Me’en, are a unique ethnic group living in the remote Omo Valley region of Ethiopia. They have a unique tradition of participating in an annual ritual called Ka’el where young men have the goal of becoming the fattest man in the village. Quarantined for six months by consuming a mixture of cow’s blood and milk. It’s a way. At the end of six months, the male emerges from isolation to show off his freshly swollen body and a winner is chosen by the community. Champion Fatman is then honored and celebrated as the hero of his life. t
hreatened. Bodhi people aspire to uphold traditions and customs, but face pressure to adapt to modern society. French photographer Eric Laforgue captures stunning images of this tradition and offers an insight into the unique culture of the Bodhi people. During the ceremony, the villagers prepare food and drink, dance and sing to celebrate the new year. The fat guys take center stage and the whole village is proud of their achievements.
This tradition is deeply rooted in Bodhi’s way of life and has been passed down from generation to generation. What sets them apart from other ethnic groups in the region is the unique aspect of their culture.
But Bodhi people face many challenges that threaten their way of life.
