| Dance and Literature: A study of aṣṭanāyakas in the Navōdaya poetry of Maisūru Mallige |
| "Maisūru Mallige" stands as a significant work in Kannada literature, and KSN's collection of poems has left a lasting impact on the readers. The emotional depth and reflective quality of Narasimhaswamy's poems make "Maisūru Mallige" a timeless piece of literature. The simplicity of the language, combined with a good lyrical quality and evocative imagery, allows readers and performers to connect with the verses on a personal and emotional level. The exploration of love between a husband and wife in the poems adds a universal appeal to "Maisūru Mallige". The use of metaphors and vivid descriptions further enhances the readers' experience, creating a rich tapestry of emotions that resonates with them. The Nāṭyaśāstra mentions and explains the various avasthās of the heroine, terming them as aṣṭanāyikās. To the existing heroine of different emotional states, Dr. Shatavadhani R Ganesh has named the aṣṭanāyakas. Taking the research forward with the help of the already existing nāyakas in the kāvyās and śāstras, Dr. DwarithaViswanatha has classified the nāyakas as parallels and counterparts of the aṣṭanāyikās. The proposed literary work, focusing on the emotional nuances of the nāyaka (hero) and their avasthās (emotional states), presents an exciting avenue for analysis. By examining the intricacies of these nāyakas and their emotional journey, the study can uncover the layers of meaning embedded in Narasimhaswamy's verses. |
| Author: Ms Varsha K J
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Submitted on : 16-Feb-2025
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Arts : India/ Classical Dance/ Bharatanatyam |
| Journal ID : 0001-101-0080
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