CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: The enchanting melody of the flute, the rhythmic beats rising from the drums and the tabla, the joyous flight of songs filled with love and sweetness, and the deep excitement of dancing movements – all these elements create a profound sense of excitement. This delightful spectacle, immersed in the colors of culture, has become a spring message for the connoisseurs of Bhopal on Thursday evening. Presented by the Tagore World Arts and Culture Center at the open-air stage of Ravindra Bhavan in the form of ‘Holi Ho Brajraj’, this charming evening will surely linger in the minds of the audience for years to come.
This scene is a representation of the songs of Holi that have been prevalent in the Braj and Mainpuri regions for centuries. Renowned choreographer Kshama Malaviya brought together a troupe of more than fifty artists from the Puru Kathak Academy and created a rainbow of emotions and rhythms with this ensemble. The original concept and thoughts of storyteller-poet Santosh Choube were presented in his resonant voice, while art critic and well-known announcer Vinay Upadhyay expressed his appreciation. Meanwhile, Anoop Joshi Banti transformed the colorful sights of Holi into a captivating vision with his artistic imagination.
With folk songs, the caravan of ‘Holi Ho Brajraj’ paints a beautiful picture of love, harmony, peace, unity, and brotherhood with Krishna-Radha and the enchanting residents of Braj. Veteran musicians Santosh Kaushik and Raju Rao have orchestrated these songs. The audience was overwhelmed by the fragrance and freshness of Vasanti Chahak-Mahak.
This magical scene, which lasted for about an hour and a half, began with “Chalo Sakhi Jamuna Pe Machi Aaj Holi.” Krishna, his beloved friend Radha, and the cowherds of Gokul create an atmosphere filled with the joy of colors and playful banter amidst the colors and gulal. The sequence of festivities and excitement of Holi songs continues with “Aaj Mohe Rang Mein Boro Ri,” ultimately culminating in love and intimacy.
The echo of the tradition of songs that has been going on since the Dwapar Yuga continued to resonate with the connoisseurs of the capital for a long time. The earthy fragrance of these melodious songs, accompanied by sweet and playful tunes, transformed this symbolic representation of Holi into an exhilarating experience. The focus of the exhibition on the images of Holi scenes, “Bimb-Pratibimb,” also remained a center of attraction, envisioned by the shadow artist Niraj Richhariya. This presentation is prepared through the joint initiative of Vishwarang Secretariat, Department of Humanity and Liberal Arts, RNTU, and Studio Icecet.
