Dramaturgy in the Venisamhara
by Debi Prasad Namasudra | 2016 | 70,412 words
This page relates ‘Raudra Rasa (emotion of wrath)’ of the study dealing with the Venisamhara of Bhatta Narayana and its practical application of Sanskrit Dramaturgy. The Veni-Samhara is an extraordinary drama in Sanskrit literature which revolves around the great war of Mahabharata within six Acts. This study deals with the author, background and the technical aspects, reflecting the ancient Indian tradition of dramaturgy (Natya-Shastra).
Raudra Rasa (emotion of wrath)
The emotion of wrath (krodha) assumes the form of Raudra rasa when suggested by its relative factors which are as follows:
(i) The ālambana of the Raudra-rasa is the person who has done the wrong.
(ii) His offensive deed, arrogant appearance, insolent behaviour awaken the sentiment and act as the exciting (uddīpaṇa) agents.
(iii) Reddened eyes, smattering teeth, heated talk, handling of weapons, offereing a duel fight are the ensuant features.
(iv) Anger (amarsha), agitation (kṣobha), acrimony (capalatā) are the auxiliary feeling which promote the sentiment.
(v) Change of voice, perspiration are the Sattvika-bhavas.