Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Rama Katha Vismaya: A Fresh Take on the Ramayana
‘Rama Katha Vismaya’ is a dance show about the Ramayana, a famous Indian story.
It was created by dancers Nirupama and Rajendra, along with a group of other artists.
The show used colorful costumes, lights, and different types of music and dance.
The performance retold the Ramayana, with some scenes told in a different way.
Although it had many exciting parts, some people thought the story got a bit lost in all the action.
The show aimed to be fun for everyone, but some parts could have been better.
The show was in Bengaluru, in a place called Chowdiah Hall.
Nirupama and Rajendra presented ‘Rama Katha Vismaya’ in Bengaluru, featuring around 60 artists.
The production reinterpreted the Ramayana as a story narrated to Krishna.
It incorporated diverse dance styles, music, costumes, and lighting.
The production included creative depictions of scenes like the abduction of Sita and Ravana's introduction.
The dance aimed to attract a wide audience, but the original story got lost in the overall performance.
- Who
- Nirupama and Rajendra presented ‘Rama Katha Vismaya’ with the Abhinava Dance Company.
- What
- A dance production titled ‘Rama Katha Vismaya’ that reimagines the Ramayana.
- When
- The article was published June 03, 2025
- Where
- Bengaluru, at Chowdiah Hall.
- Why
- To present a new perspective on the Ramayana using dance, music, and visuals.
Critical reception of the show included the following:
The show included the following elements:
Pacing
Critical reception of the show included the following:
The performance was perceived as lacking moments of tranquility.
The show included the following elements:
The performance incorporated high energy levels.
Execution
Critical reception of the show included the following:
Some elements, like the group of dancers, looked amateurish and distracting.
The show included the following elements:
The core of Rama's character and the narrative were lost due to the activity on stage.
- Production Title
- Rama Katha Vismaya
- Presenters
- Nirupama and Rajendra
- Venue
- Chowdiah Hall, Bengaluru
- Choreography
- Nirupama and Rajendra
- Music
- Praveen D Rao
- Lyrics
- Ashtavadhani R. Ganesh