Bunch of Thoughts

Hampi - a 600 year old ancient city in northern Karnataka means many things to different people. Religious Significance - Hanuman was born and brought up in nearby Kishkindha, the kingdom of Vali and Sughrev. Lord Ram stayed here for 4 months. Lord Vishnu got his Sudarshan Chakra at the Tungabhadra river. Temples around Hampi have scenes from Ramayana sculpted on their walls. There is no better place to live and re-live Ramayana than Hampi.  There were many tourists who come to Hampi to re-trace the steps of Lord Ram.  Historical Significance - Hampi was build and developed by indigenous Indians. Accounts from foreigners such as Fernao Nuniz and Domingo Paes who lived in Hampi at its peak testify to this grandeur and beauty. Hampi was a city like none on the world. Its was centre of global trade and had an abundance of wealth. The people of Hampi were also brave, they successfully fought and held back the Moguls for 350 years.  Art & Architecture - Hampi is...

Bajirao Mastani is a movie like none other. An epic story is one which has all the nine Raas i.e ability to get emotionally connect in nine different ways. I have not seen any piece of art or literature which so magically combines all the nine Raas in such a powerful  way.  1) Love & Devotion - Ones gets to feel the various shades of love and devotion . Bajirao's love for his country, Mastani's love for Bajirao, Kashibai's devotion to her husband. If there is one emotion that stays with you after the movie is over, it is this one.  2) Joy - Beautifully choreographed war scenes will have you rooting for Bajirao. The build up to the war and the way war ends is simply exceptional. One scene where Kashibai celebrates Maratha victory by waving a bhagwa flag and the celebration song 'Malahari' are simply delightful.  3) Wonder - There is a wonderful use of mirror and reflections in many palaces in India. This movie too uses this to good effect. Reflectio...