Ahalya and Gautam Rishi’s story portrayed through Mohiniattam

Bringing alive a fable from the epic Ramayana,

Sapna Rajendra

and her troupe showcased the renowned story of Sage Gautam and his wife

Ahalya

, through an expressive Mohiniattam recital. The programme was held under the Uttaradhikar series of Tribal Museum in the city.

The evening that kick started with a semi-classical song recital by

Balwant Puranik

and his group, who presented songs like Kajiri Ghar Aayi Ho Kali Badariya, Raadhe Bin Laage Na More Jiya, Savan Ki Rity Aayi Sakhi Re Sajan Ghar Nahi Aaye.

Besides presenting the popular fable of Ahalya and

Gautam Rishi

, the group also performed

Saraswati Stuti

and Shalabhanjika. The group mesmerised the audience with their delicate movements and sublime portrayal of the anguish Ahalya went through on being misunderstood.