Eight Classical Dance Forms Present Mahabharata Episodes in Pune Performance
In Pune, the production 'Ashta Bhava, Ashta Nritya - Mahabharata' showcased eight classical Indian dance forms—Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kathakali, Manipuri, Mohiniyattam, Kuchipudi, Odissi, and Sattriya—interpreting key episodes from the Mahabharata through eight primary emotions. Organized by the Pune Art and Culture Foundation and Pune Municipal Corporation, the performance highlighted the epic's emotional depth and diversity, featuring notable artists and choreographers who presented episodes like Draupadi Cheer Haran, Vishwaroopa Darshan, and Abhimanyu's heroic struggle.
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