Srishti: Episode 1

SRISHTI
The dance of creation
(A dance film that depicts the story of Shiva and Parvati)
A Raadha Kalpa Production
An AIM FOR SEVA initiative
CREDITS
Direction, Choreography & Script: Rukmini Vijayakumar
Music Composition: Dr Rajkumar Bharathi
Music direction & Arrangement: Sai shravanam
Director of Photography: Vivian Ambrose
Audio produced at Resound India
Editing : Vivian Ambrose & Rukmini Vijayakumar
Colour: Vivian Ambrose
MUSIC
Vocals: Keerthana Vaidyanathan & Srikanth Gopalakrishnan
Mridangam: Guru Bharadwaj
Tabla: Ganapathy S
Keyboard: Sai Shravanam
Veena: Bhavani Prasad
Flute: Navin
Camera assistants:
Sharath M
Sharath Patel
Make up/ Costume design: Rukmini Vijayakumar
Costumes sponsored by: Sundari silks
Accommodation sponsor: Neeralaya resorts (Kullu)
Produced by: AIM FOR SEVA , USA
DETAILS:
Srishti , means creation in Sanskrit.
Shiva is the un-manifest, all pervasive intelligence inherent in all creation and Shakti, or Parvati is the universe, the material world and all of creation. She is also known as Prakriti . In our experience of this world, we often presume a distance between Shiva and Shakti, or Shiva and Parvathi, and see them as separate entities. We believe ourselves to be the product of a creator’s whims, and find ourselves lacking in more ways than one , without realizing that we are the whole, and that Shiva and Shakti permeate our entire being.
This philosophy of oneness is beautifully represented in the Shiva purana as a story of Shiva and Parvati. These forms of divinity are given human attributes and emotions in the Puranas, infusing them with emotions of loss, separation, love and union. The philosophy of oneness, and non-separate reality is symbolically communicated by showing the union of Shiva and Shakti through their love for one another. The presence of both is necessary for Srishti or creation.
Chapters:
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1 Shiva is devastated when his wife Sati, a form of Shakti, leaves him by turning to fire after being insulted by her father. Overcome with rage, Shiva releases his wrath on all of creation, and heartbroken, goes into a deep meditation.
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2 In the absence of Shakti, there is no creation and the world begins to wither away. Unable to breathe, people suffocate and die, and plants, trees, and animals suffer. The Gods plead with Shakti to come back to earth and unite with lord shiva as the universe is in turmoil. Shakti returns as Parvati, the daughter of Himavan, the lord of the mountains.
Strolling in the forest, Parvati enjoys the beauty that exists all around her - the flowering trees, the dancing peacocks, the frolicking deer, the birds and bees. When suddenly she sees a man seated in meditation…
“Is this shiva?” She asks herself.
“He has matted locks, an unassuming smile and ashes smeared all over his body.
Though His eyes are closed, I feel naked. It is as though he sees everything
I am drawn to him, but am hesitant to approach him.
My heart is lost , for reasons I do not know.
Bit His name will remain on my lips....Shiva Shiva Shiva”
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3 Parvati is unable to forget shiva. Sitting in her room, she dreams of his handsome form, his wide shoulders upon which matted locks flow like lighting, his serene face and his expansive forehead. She thinks of the crescent moon that seems to be resting precariously on top of his head and imagines herself to be close to him. ‘’I truly love him’.. she thinks...
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4 Shiva unable to forget Sati, is in a vortex of sorrow. He meditates to withdraw his senses from the world that allowed him to succumb . However, he is unable to remain with stillness as the grief of losing his beloved hangs over him like a weight that he cannot get rid of…
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5 Parvati dresses in finery and approaches Shiva as he sits in meditation, waiting for him to open his eyes and notice her. She returns everyday with fruits and flowers in the hope that he will acknowledge her presence.
Will he open his eyes, and perhaps glance my way?
Will he ask me for my name? Ask where I am from perhaps?
He sits meditating for hours, day and night
Eyes closed, so quiet so concentrated
And I sit here weary as the minutes become hours
my eyelids heavy with anticipation and tiredness
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6 Parvati decides that finery and beauty have no place in Shivas heart. If she must win his love, she has to surpass his abilities to control the mind. She discards her jewels, and sits in meditation
“The one who plays the damaru, reveal yourself to me,
let me see the dance of the universe oh Shiva!” She pleads...
“Taka dina dimitaka, play your damAru and show me your true form”
As she meditates, Shiva appears....
“all I see is you”, she says
“you are present In The the sun and stars, the moon and sky, flowers and tress, birds and bees.....wind fire water earth”
“Om namah shivaya....
Everything is you.... and everything is me….”

[@usagiyojimbo5944]

As someone not common with indian religion, i would say, that no modern dance comes close to your expression. I have no concept of modern dance, but this touches me deeply. And if Shiva were to be male, you are giving a most convincing portrait of him. Not despite of being female, but because. I am deeply moved by your performance.

[@prakashbathija4423]

Looks Amazing.. करालभालपट्टिका धगद्धगद्धगज्ज्वल द्धनंजया धरीकृतप्रचंड पंचसायके 🙏🙏

[@visalakshik.raman.6278]

The scariest form of a dance???🙏 The rudra thaaNdavam of Lord Siva, with His wild hair let loose and when He dances with abandon, in the semi darkness. 😨 The anger of a God is too hot to be tolerated by us, mere mortals. 🙏🙏🙏

[@spicychef7]

Beautiful and very raw! When our emotions are high we don't see how our private worlds fall apart and how our oceans spill into other people's lives. Love has always been difficult to control.

[@shiv2020]

Time & again....Sati(Shakti) will awaken Shiva & Shiva will awaken Sati on this planet!🙏

[@nitinajithkumar]

Oh wow. This is very interesting Rukmini ji. Sharing some of my humble observations🙏 The overall theme being creation, and fire is chosen as the first element. What amazes me, however, is your choice of mood of agni tattva. Shiva's wrath, the mood of agni as dahanam, the dissolution being the precursor to creation is indeed a creative twist. The play of light and shadows in the blazing fire, indicating the creation of 'forms' which in the tattva system is connected to agni, is also note worthy. In short, this series is giving me insight into your creative genius, well rooted in dharmic POV.

[@AnanyaDas10]

I am so glad you have depicted these concepts and narratives in such wonderful movements captured with beautiful cinematic techniques ❤❤❤

[@lakshmirajagopalan1995]

The vision leads to the artistic representation of the Divine Soul!

[@harishwala5882]

Rulmini is a Wonderful Dancer 💃

[@MamaAkina]

Literally can't wait for more of these! Om Shiv shakti namo namaha!

[@ivysovia6491]

Thank you for being you, love how you honor the beautiful stories and share. 🙏♾️💚💙💜♾️🙏

[@edbramfitt2300]

عشق 🔥 عشق

[@w.neuman]

Very °Artistic ! 💞💃💞

[@shwetagoswami3191]

Adbhut!!! I always wait for your creative dance! Let me tell it is more than Dance! ❤ Love and Respect 🫶🏻

[@padmjadodiya8232]

I really appreciate your work 👏 it's soo majestic

[@samikshasoni8158]

Mam you and your team are so creative and hardworking Plz keep doing the good work ❤

[@venkatalakshmi7974]

Wow amazing breath taking , stunning what a performance, you are very inspiring ❤

[@adhikaralasomashekar3503]

हर हर महादेव 🙏

[@shambhutalks]

❤❤❤

[@user-ee6gp5gv5l]

I love that you share the stories so beautifully; I feel educated by you. I do not doubt your religious devotion, or find myself weary of you. :)O(: May The Goddess Remain

[@tivo3720]

I got a goosebumps when it was started ❤. Shiva in the pain and anger after loosing sakti ... ❤ Those lights of the building was looking kinda as galaxies. Om namah shivaya 🕉️🙏 dance was also natural ...not to much ... Perfect

[@Akshay-tq6zk]

Beautifully done. Excited for the remaining episodes of SRISTHI

[@tanusreehalder1776]

You are the real classical dancer. Hat's off

[@Benjaminimize]

I am thoroughly looking forward to the upcoming episodes 🔥☀️🙏

[@micklechuck]

Absolutely amazing. So beautiful!

[@christinamiller3363]

The Love of the Galaxies 🪄💫✨🔥✨💙🪶

[@Shibangi_spirituality]

I saw your reel and Instantly searched for your video, you didn't disappoint me a bit ♥️

[@eduvirgestorres1714]

Amo demais minha alma renasce sempre todos os vídeos amém obrigada.

[@knotcensored932]

Thank you so much for the narrations in English. I am just beginning to learn the narratives of the Vedas. Please do all you can, and in chronological order if possible. Brava! Namaste!

[@0127dlucas]

Amazing, Loved it

[@vijinmenonkeezhillam9135]

❤

[@project.anubis]

Awesome as usual ! 🔥🖤

[@alexandersumarokov5901]

😮😍

[@atulhande3300]

wonderful 🙏🙌✨

[@333ChelseaE]

Brilliant

[@ipos1070]

Keep it up!

[@TravisLee33]

Lovely 🌹

[@sreerenjini3837]

Nice.

[@paras108]

music is op

[@shreepanchasatyasanatan6124]

🇳🇵🇳🇵ओउम नमो सिद्धाय🇳🇵🕉️

[@b.prabhakerprabha8623]

Mam honestly grateful, your inspiration more than dance students .same feeling mam ,my blood also fairing shivathandavam .I m classical dancer, thank

[@b.prabhakerprabha8623]

Thank you so much mam 🙏

[@michelemontjoie8477]

Thank You , Andreas .

[@duttakoel]

I enjoyed the episode

[@hervethervet1117]

🙏💜

[@browesbro992]

Super❤️

[@LukaszKNowicki]

😍

[@bellafawzi4694]

❤❤❤❤

[@AngelRoseAngel1980]

Beautiful

[@user-fz3fo8dq8o]

Rukmini ji Beautiful Seen💎💖👌

[@lepout]

lovely

[@Dilanisachithra]

❤ from 🇱🇰

[@madhavmusic]

❤🖤💚

[@goodvibesbroadcast4029]

😍🕉️🌹❤️💐

[@Ninof33]

Please tell me about the music. ❤️

[@user-fz3fo8dq8o]

Rukmini ji Dance Super Good. Song👌🌹👍

[@shreepanchasatyasanatan6124]

🇳🇵🌹

[@lillamuscarella4950]

Quando la bravura di fa magia !

[@sagarbalyan11]

Can u teach me dance for shiva

[@anupamaranupamacool4691]

Mam one feedback little light brightness if it was there we could have seen ur expressions more evidently,next episode kindly make a note of it mam..it was majorly dark 😢so couldn't witness ur expression

[@Saganswrld2190]

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[@linda_maria_rubins-troickaya]

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[@b.prabhakerprabha8623]

Mam your classical dance short vidios mam🙏.

[@Flute9900]

Madam you born for performing arts

[@venkykrishnan2028]

No correlation to the the beats from the mirdangam and the nattuvangum.