Puppetry Epic Series

Acrylic on canvas - Size: 72/45 inches

The Bhagavad Gita Is a part of the great Indian epic Mahabharata. The Gita is a dialogue between the warrior-prince Arjuna and god Krishna who is serving as his charioteer in Battle of Kurukshetra fought between Arjuna's family and the Kauravas. When Arjuna sees all his former friends and comrades on the opposing side, he loses heart and refuses to take part in a battle.. This dialogue between the prince and Krishna on what constitutes right action, proper understanding and, ultimately, the meaning of life and nature of the Divine. This depiction in puppetry form to indicate that our destiny is controlled not by us but by a higher order.

Acrylic on canvas - Size: 72/45 inches

Ashwamedha Yagna was a ritual where an emperor sent out a horse along with a huge army to several nearby kingdoms.The horse wandered into the forest where Shri Ram’s twin sons lived and they tied the horse, not understanding its importance. Luv and Kush defeated the whole army of the King them, and brought the prized horse to their mother Sita. Eventually, King Ram himself came to deal with with them in battle not knowing they were his children. This was the reunion of Shri Ram and Sita.

Acrylic on canvas - Size: 36/36 inches

In Ramayana, Hanuman, who is known for his great valour had once lifted the mountain Dronagiri, just to bring the life saving herb Sanjivani so as to save Lakshman's life.
This feat is actually Nothing For The one who is known as The Greatest devotee of the god Ram, and The one who is Known as the all powerful, Incarnation of Lord Maheswara.

Acrylic on canvas - Size: 36/36 inches

Krishna overcomes Kaliya the dreaded, multi-hooded snake in the River Yamuna and begins to dance on its several hoods. When the heels of Krishna strike the hoods, some break off and then get replaced by new ones. All the while Krishna keeps playing his sweet flute.
Snake Kaliya with its numerous hoods symbolises the numerous desires we have. When one desire gets fulfilled, another arises, like the new hoods of Kaliya. The hoods keep breaking and forming, but Krishna is unperturbed.
He keeps playing His flute, denoting the power of discrimination, of wisdom, of the focus on the bliss of Self.

Acrylic on canvas - Size: 36/36 inches

A Warrior's destiny is his sword in one hand. But he is also in pursuit of wisdom in all its forms and in love with life Symbolically shown as he is experiencing the fragrance of a flower in the other hand as a passion for life.
This paradox is depicted in this painting in a puppetry form to enhance the understanding that our destiny is controlled by a higher order.

Acrylic on canvas - Size: 48/48 inches

Once sage Narada was greeted with one of the most divine sights. Krishna asking his mother for butter to eat, underscoring themes of innocence, love, and devotion. Because here was the Supreme Godhead— “the beginning and the end and also the middle” who let Himself being chastised by a mere mortal! Yashoda's love for Krishna evolves from "Vatsalya Prem" (love for her son) to "Vatsalya Bhakti" .(devotion) Instead of the conventional peacock feather , painting Aparajita flowers which mean “unconquerable” symbolizing it's synonymical connection with the mother's name Yashodha also meaning "giver of glory and sucess". The Churning process is a Metaphor for Life's purity and spiritual evolution. Butter is not just a physical substance but a symbol of pure love and surrender. When Krishna steals butter, it is as though he is accepting this distilled essence of the devotion of his mother and gopis, acknowledging the purity of their love and surrender.

Mixed Media on Canvas - Size: 16/16 inches

Guru Dronacharya asked Other students what are they seeing on the tree when the target was to hit the bird's eye, all students had their eyes on the tree, birds, and nest. But Arjun was focused to hit the bird's eye target. And dedication is the element that made him the best of all time.

Mixed Media on Canvas - Size: 16/16 inches

Pinaka was passed down in King Janaka’s dynasty, who was Sita’s father. Once, while playing with her sisters, a young Sita lifted the bow with ease. King Janaka was astonished to see such a miracle as it took several strong grown men to lift the bow, but his young daughter had done the deed effortlessly. And so, he decided that he would marry his daughter to someone who could also lift the divine bow. This divine Shiv Dhanush, Pinaka was filled with cosmic power, and could could only be lifted by the one who had strength, righteousness. Seeta ji, being an incarnation of goddess Lakshmi, was a divinity, thus she was able to lift the Shiva dhanush.

Mixed Media on Canvas - Size: 16/16 inches

Kapi kari hṛdayă bicāra dīnhi mudrikā ḍāri taba, Janu asoka angāra dīnha haraṣi uṭhi kara gaheu. Hanumanji bowed to Sitaji in his mind and dropped Lord Ram’s ring. Sitaji sprang up with joy and took it in her hand as though the Ashok tree had thrown a spark.Hanuman presents Rama's signet ring to Sita as a symbol of hope, faith, and the power of love and devotion. Sita recognized the ring and was overjoyed, remembering Rama and forgetting about death. The ring represented the Ashtakshara mantra, which is dedicated to Narayana. It was a beacon of hope and a testament to the power of love and devotion, even when people are far apart.

Mixed Media on Canvas - Size: 16/16 inches

This painting depict Penance of Devi Parvati in the Shringi Tirtha which later came to be known as Gauri Shikhara.Reciting the Panchakshara mantra for sixty thousand year she was tested by the Saptarshis during her penance. Restraining mind and all the senses, She started performing tapas.Sitting on bare rock continued Her tapas with great devotion day and night.Initially She consumed food and later leaves. Then, She stopped consuming even leaves and continued tapas by fasting. Since She discarded even leaves and continued to exist, hence the devas called her as Aparna.

Mixed Media on Canvas - Size: 16/16 inches

Sanskrit word "Akshaya Patra" means inexhaustible vessel. Draupadi prayed to Krishna for help during the Pandavas' exile. Krishna gifted her the Akshaya Patra. vessel that continually provides unlimited food every day, ceasing only once Draupadi, herself, had finished eating for the day.It helped the Pandavas survive the harsh life during their exile.Draupadi used the Akshaya Patra to feed sages and guests. She also made sure she was the last one to eat the food.

Mixed Media on Canvas - Size: 45/72 inches

The story of Kevat, the boatman in the Ramayana, conveys profound spiritual significance about humility, devotion, and liberation. In a previous life, Kevat was a turtle who longed to touch the feet of Lord Vishnu but failed, yet in his incarnation as Kevat, he succeeds by washing the feet of Lord Rama before he steps into the boat. He humorously explains his concern that the dust on Rama’s feet, known to transform objects (like a stone into a woman), could turn his boat into women, jeopardizing his livelihood. This playful innocence reflects his sincere reverence, and Rama appreciates his pure devotion. After washing the Lord’s feet, Kevat ferries Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana across the river, and when offered payment, he refuses, saying they are in the same profession—both ferrying souls, he across the river and Rama across the ocean of life. Kevat requests only that Lord Rama help him cross the ocean of worldly existence (samsara) when his time comes. Rama, deeply moved, embraces him, granting Kevat liberation from the cycle of birth and death. This story illustrates that humble, selfless service and faith in the divine bring true spiritual freedom.

Mixed Media on Canvas - Size: 30/42 inches

Ramayana serves as a timeless reservoir of wisdom, guiding individuals towards a virtuous and benevolent way of life. Its teachings continue to resonate in contemporary times, offering valuable insights into navigating the complexities of existence. The Blessed Marriage of Shri Ram and Sita, As in the Hindu Panchanga, the fifth day of Shukla Paksha during the month of Margashirsha holds an immense importance. At the Swayamvar of King Janaka's daughter ,Shri Rama broke the bow of Shiva and got married to the Goddess Sita. Sri Rama was the Parmatman (Supreme Reality) and that Sita was the Jivatman (embodied individual soul).In other words Jivatman finds itself one with the Paramatman.

Mixed Media on Canvas - Size: 16/16 inches

Krishna broke a pots of milk and butter and quietly hid himself. The Gopikas tried to trace him. The milk-white steps, which he had left, revealed to them his hideout. Then Krishna revealed to them the spiritual truth that if they cling to the Feet of the Lord they will realise Him. "Follow my footsteps and you shall find me.', Krishna told the Gopikas.Remove The Burdens Borne By People And Not To Add To Them. stealing the butter, not only did Krishna answer their prayers, but also stole their hearts. That was why he was known as Chitta Chora.

Mixed Media on Canvas - Size: 16/16 inches

Shabari was a disciple of Matanga Rishi and dedicated her life to her Guru's words of advice and spent her days waiting for years on end for Shri Ram's arrival. Every day, she swept and cleaned and decorated with flowers the ashram, replenishing the jugs with fresh water and gathering fruits and tubers for Shri Ram. She was uneducated, but her faith and devotion were immense. She wanted to offer them only the sweetest of the berries.So before giving them to Rama, she tasted each one. This story illustrates that deities in bhakti do not judge by faults but rather by the devotion of the devotee.

Mixed Media on Canvas - Size: 16/24 inches

In Ramayana, Hanuman, who is known for his great valour had once lifted the mountain Dronagiri, just to bring the life saving herb Sanjivani so as to save Lakshman's life. This feat is actually Nothing For The one who is known as The Greatest devotee of the god Ram, and The one who is Known as the all powerful, Incarnation of Lord Maheswara.

Mixed Media on Canvas - Size: 16/24 inches

Rukmini wanted Krishna to be her husband since her childhood. Krishna too had a longing for her.But Rukmi convinced his father that Sisupala the King of Chedi was the most suitable bridegroom for her. As this was not agreeable to Rukmini she sent a emissary with a confidential note to Krishna, requesting Him to abuct her preceding her Wedding.Precisely when the Bride entered the Wedding Stage, Krishna took away Rumini like a surprise flash and both of them fled away in the Chariot of Krishna with the flag of Garuda atop.The armies of Sisupala and associates could hardly prevent the Glorious Abduction. Rukmi was unable to bear the insult and followed Krishna's chariot only to see that his sister was the one who was driving the chariot and was willfully going with Krishna. Srī Rukmini is Lakshmi maa, and Srī Kṛṣṇa is Sri Narayan. Laksmi ma is eternal consort of Sri Narayan. In every incarnations, it's destinated they'll marry each other.