A Javali in Khamas and the story of Bangalore Nagaramma by Sriranjani and Narthaki Nataraj

[@sriranjanis]

This is the composition and story of a true force of nature, a maverick, a beacon of hope for the equality of women everywhere-the great Bangalore Nagaratnamma. A RIVETING rags-to-riches story of a woman, a Devadasi, a saint who accomplished feats that are unfathomable for her time. She republished an erotic novel (Radhika Santvanamu) after numerous legal battles and a government ban, built a temple for her patron saint, Tyagaraja, over his Samadhi in Thiruvayyaru, fought for and successfully achieved the right for women to participate in the Aradhana, conducted a "Shraddham" (a Hindu last rites ceremony) for Tyagaraja, and so on. (Please read the extraordinary book The Devadasi and the Saint by historian V. Sriram.) Now, you will have to do a bit of multitasking-read her story in the captions below the video while watching Narthaki portray it, all while listening to and keeping in mind the meaning of the Javali composed by Nagaratnamma in Khamas. I’m attaching the meaning of the Javali below. "Shouldn't you say something, my love? Holder of my very life, having accepted my love, Shouldn't you say at least one word, just now? The moonlight falling on my eyes seems Like the burning sunlight And the buzzing of the bees puts fear in me Shouldn't you say something, my love? The mild breeze is driving me mad My beautiful body is losing its lustre Shouldn't you say something, my love? Cupid's arrow has pierced my body Is this fair, O Narahari of Namagiri?" - reference- "The Devadasi and the Saint" by V Sriram

[@meenakshibalganesh1208]

Sriranjani, you have done a marvellous job of bringing this kriti to life. Your sweet voice has added several dimensions to the portrayal by Narthaki. Sriram’s book moved me to tears; your rendition along with Narthaki’s abhinayam made my heart heavy. You’re a perfectionist, seeking the ultimate in anything you do. God bless you and Narthaki.

[@meenakshibalganesh1208]

Narthaki Nataraj deserves special appreciation as she has done her part superbly. It has doubled or tripled the charm and beauty of the composition. Well done; God bless!💐

[@oopalioperajita3438]

How very beautiful!

[@premarajshekar8367]

Khamas and javali are intertwined. Superb singing as usual. Editing perfect.

[@sreedharaakkihebbalu7827]

Beautiful . Few kannada words suggestion here to enhance the understanding mAtADa bAradEnO mA ramaNanE (Speak, won’t you? My beloved) prItigolida prANa Kantheyodane Ondu (One who is besotted with you, one word with her?) caraNam 1 Angake beLadingal bisalAgi tOrudE (For my body, moon beams, feel like harsh sun) Brngada rava kELi bhItiyAgudE Sami ( bees hum when I hear scares me) caraNam 2 Manda mAruta bandu maruLu mADudE swami (Gentle breeze makes me loose my bearings) candavuLLa dEha kAnti bADutE svAmi ( beautiful body withers and looses its shine) caraNam 3 kAma sharavu enna Kayakke tagalidu (Cupid’s arrows hurts my body) nAmagiri narahariyE nyAyavEnO (Namagiri Narahari, is this fair?)

[@shrikalaamandir]

Superb concept, music and abhinaya. Appreciate the share. V.Sriram's book moved me to tears about Nagarathnamma and this is a fitting visual treat. Thank you Sriranjini and Narthaki. Sabhash! -Sujatha Srinivasan.

[@sriranjanis]

Thank you ❤

[@dontknowwhatsgngon2704]

what an amazing story! Thanks for educating us with the inspirational life if Smt Nagaratnammal🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🎉Pranams to her lotus feet - a true symbol of Navaratri🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@sriranjanis]

Thank you 🎉

[@bhanumathisharma]

Beautiful presentation Very moving story Kudos for taking up this theme

[@manimala_dwarkaprasad]

This is an eye opening and enlightening process > I bow to all of you in awe!! namaskara

[@priyaram2871]

Beautiful and incredible story and rendition.. it was an informative and pleasing performance by both artistes..❤❤

[@meerasanthanagopalan2157]

Romba super

[@sheriffmohideen1]

Beautiful rendition..❤❤

[@rarara2412]

Aahaaa. ❤ Perfection.

[@DhanushKumaran]

Soulful❤

[@SivaS-k5i]

Excellent.. song and narthagi dance

[@hemasmsf1srinivasan289]

Abhinayam also too good

[@vijethahebbarkv393]

Beautiful presentation

[@r.anantha8292]

Beautiful 🙏🙏🙏

[@talk2manian]

Melodious 👍👍🌷🌷

[@sankaran1943]

an earful of khamas, tks🍬

[@saimiraaccessories.7685]

Super ma🎉🎉

[@SupriyaRaja-j1h]

Ahaa so beautiful ❤

[@abisrivatsan_music]

Aww akka -javali ❤❤

[@SivaS-k5i]

Sri ranjani akka.. Ungal voice so melodious.. Nan devi bakthan. Niga padina O jagathamba krithi na daily kepan.. kamakshi kan munnal prasannam aguva.. So many song u sing very well.. Some of them, Paradevatha - danyasi Vellai thamarai poovil Please try to give Abayamba vibakthi krithis... And balamba vibakthi krithis

[@meenakshibalganesh1208]

I second the request!!

[@mahanarasimhan1867]

Amazing Javali and the story as well

[@vijiram9265]

Amazed to know about saint Nagarathnamma. Beautiful rendition and abhinayam.

[@introvertmunda]

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[@hemasmsf1srinivasan289]

Superb singing as usual

[@meenakshibalganesh1208]

Absolutely beautiful presentation. Hats off to you Sriranjani for your deep involvement in anything you do. If the book moved me to tears, your presentation made my heart heavy with a multitude of emotions. God bless you and the dancer.

[@LakshmiSrini2016]

Yes Sriranjani, we did the multitasking 😍 Firstly your honey laden voice filled with the essence of khamas and your gorgeous presence ❤️ Sweet love poem with great abhinaya Awe inspiring life story of a strong resilient woman with a vision

[@sriranjanis]

Thank you ❤

[@ashamurty]

Whose story is this??

[@rajalakshmis2327]

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