n A dance drama ‘Kahani Subhash Ki’ based on the life of Subhash Chandra Bose was staged at Shaheed Bhavan Auditorium here on Thursday. The dance drama was held to observe the birth anniversary of Subhash Chandra Bose.

Organised by Directorate of Swaraj Sansthan, the dance drama was directed by Vaishali Gupta. The dance drama was brilliantly performed by the artists of Arghya Kal Samiti, Bhopal. The play was performed under Deshraag series.

“Give me blood and I shall give you freedom”, the slogan was chanted in the entire hall, as the artists lyrically performed the biographical drama of Subhash Chandra Bose on stage.

The dance drama was very intelligently directed as Vaishali tried to bring the factual details on stage with the beautiful blend of music, dance and strong dialogues. The play, though showcased the lifespan of Subhash Chandra Bose, it was one of the dance drama so far by Vaishali which was much appreciated by the audience.

Other then the strong performance by the artists, the light design and music played an important role in shaping up the play. The story of the play travels from the time of college days of Subhash Chandra Bose, where he first began his fight against the British Rule. Beginning, the struggle against the British at college level, he got involved with the freedom struggle lead by Mahatma Gandhi.

The play included all the major incidents where Subhash Chandra Bose began his fight and formed Azaad Hind Fauj. His death is merely doubtful so, the play did not highlight about his death, but the dance drama was ended on a note where audience were forced to think about the sacrifices Bose made.

The dance drama was much enjoyed by the audience.