YUMRAAJ JI KUCHH KARIYE

YUMRAAJ JI KUCHH KARIYE (Bhagwadajjukiyam) is a stylized play based on Natyadharmi Shaili, an ancient classical art form. Natyadharmi Shaili is derived from Natyashastra written by Bharat Muni approximately two thousand years back. This style elaborates all the Rasas and Bhavas related to human emotions. It also includes songs and dances in the classical style which is an integral part of this Shaili. The play speaks about the Guru-Shishya relationship. A well learned and disciplined Guru acharya who tries to impart his gyan (knowledge) to his disciple Shandilya and persuades him to follow his teachings but shandilya argues and differs because of his practical perspective towards life. He believes that Gyan on an empty stomach loses its importance and value. The interaction between them brings out a lot of humour.

Vasantsena, the Ganika and heroine of the play is also present in the same udyan as Parivrajak and Shandilya waiting for her lover. Shandilya is thrilled by her beauty and enjoys her presence. At that point of time she dies of a snake bite. The snake is none other Yamdoot. Parivrajak with his power enters Vasantsenai's body and yamdoot who has by default and mistaken identity taken Vasantsena's soul returns back. There is an exchange of body and soul amongst Parivrajak and Vasantsena which creates confusion for Shandilya and Vasantsena's near and dear ones. Eventually the misplaced souls re-enter their respective bodies and in the end all is well and normal, but how they manage to do this is to be seen. The whole situation adds a touch of comedy to this play.