‘Suryaputra Mrityunjay' explores many facets of Karna
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Lucknow: The timeless saga of Karna from the epic Mahabharata was brought to life through a compelling theatrical production 'Suryaputra Mrityunjay' at UP Sangeet Natak Akademi on Saturday.
The play, organized by Nisarg, was written and directed by veteran dramatist Lalit Singh Pokhariya, offering a fresh perspective on the complex character of Karna. Moving beyond the well-known narratives of Karna's life — his abandonment by Kunti, rejection by Dronacharya, Parashuram's curse, and his unwavering loyalty to Duryodhana — the production delved into lesser-known aspects of his character. "We aimed at the untold dimensions of Karna's story that often remain in the shadows," said director Pokhariya.
The play's narrative reached its pinnacle in depicting Karna's final moments, where he realizes that his extraordinary qualities could have been instrumental in dismantling caste discrimination had he viewed them through a societal lens.The production featured stellar performances by a talented ensemble cast including Sangam Bahuguna, Bhanu Shankar Pandey, Anupam Malhotra, Puja Singh, Giriraj Kishore Sharma, Jyoti Singh, Ashutosh Pandey and Amit Dubey.
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