Theatre Performance of JASMA ODHAN
Jasma Odhan is a musical, full of humour, joy & drama based on Bhavai, the Gujarati folk form written by Shanta Gandhi. This famous Bhavai is the tale of Jasma, the earthly incarnation of a heavenly apsara, Kaamkundala.
Jasma is a female member of the Odh community of Gujarat. The Odhs are labourers. Jasmas character highlights the theme of the play, Dignity of Labour & Womanhood. The two major characters Rangla and Nayak, like Sutradhars take us through the journey of Jasmas life, giving us a glimpse of this very colourful Indian folk style, Bhavai. The live music adds to the visual magic created by the performers. The Gujarati folk songs and dances give the typical rural and earthen feel. Each song is an original Bhavai composition. From the apsara to the Odh community, the costumes are immaculate and authentically designed. The script of Jasma Odhan holds the brilliant craft of excellent balance between humour, tension, dramatic conflict and the profundity. Jasma Odhan in all aspects is Purely Indian in its entertainment value.
- A Hindi Movie - Sati Jasma Odan (1976) By Actress Meena Kumari.
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