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Beyond Villains and Heroes: Shakuni, Duryodhana, and the Reality of Power in the Contemporary World

Introduction The Mahabharata is not merely an ancient Indian epic; it is a profound study of human nature, politics, morality, power, justice, and the complexities of civilization. For thousands of years, readers have often viewed Duryodhana as the embodiment of greed and arrogance and Shakuni as the mastermind of......

Betrayal, Domination, and the Human Mind: Psychological Dimensions and Pathways to Resilience

Introduction Human life is shaped not only by achievements and successes but also by experiences of disappointment, betrayal, domination, and broken trust. Throughout history, individuals have struggled with the psychological consequences of placing confidence in others only to discover that such trust was misplaced. These experiences often leave deep......

Lahuri Bhaisi: Where the Animal Teaches the Audience What Humanity Means

The stage itself is already a map of class. Before a single word is spoken, the hierarchy is built into the architecture of the set, and it never lets you forget it.

Kathmandu. The play begins in darkness, and the darkness is already telling a story. Before a single line of dialogue is spoken, bodies move across the stage in the repetitive rhythms of agricultural labour;  bent backs, hurried footsteps, coordinated movements emerging from shadow. The scene evokes Nepal’s long history......