Lucknow: The iconic Ramlila at Alambagh Railway Grounds continues to captivate spectators with its powerful staging of key episodes from the Ramayana. Special performances have brought to life pivotal scenes such as the search for Sita, the friendship of Ram and Sugriv, and the confrontation between Hanuman and Ravana.
One of the most intense moments occurred when Shri Ram and Laxman, after discovering Sita missing from the hut, began their emotional search, eventually leading to their alliance with Hanuman. The performance reached a high point with the gripping dialogue between Ravana and Hanuman after the destruction of Ashok Vatika.
Key Scenes:
- Search for Sita: Ram and Laxman’s emotional discovery of Sita’s absence.
- Ram-Sugriv Friendship: Their powerful alliance against Bali.
- Bali’s Death: A climactic battle leading to Bali’s defeat.
- Ashok Vatika: Hanuman’s destruction of the garden in Lanka.
- Ravana-Hanuman Dialogue: A fiery exchange that captivated the audience.
The cast, led by Satyam Yadav (Ram) and Harshit Sonkar (Laxman), delivered compelling performances. Other notable actors include Manoj Srivastava as Hanuman and Jitendra Tiwari as Ravana, whose dialogues with Hanuman electrified the audience.
The special Ramlila shows continue to keep the rich tradition alive, blending mythology and drama to create a spellbinding experience for the viewers.
