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Ravan’s death is mourned in UP’s Bisrakh village, Dussehra is not a festival

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Ravan’s death is mourned in UP’s Bisrakh village, Dussehra is not a festival

The villagers of Bisrakh don’t burn effigies of Ravana, rather they conduct rituals to pray for his soul.. Bisrakh, a village in Uttar Pradesh, located just 40 kilometres from Delhi, considers itself to be Ravana’s birthplace, with villagers counting themselves as his descendants.

While the rest of the country derives joy from burning effigies of Kumbhakaran,Ravan and his son Meghnath, the villagers of Bisrakh mourn Ravan’s loss and conduct prayer rituals for his soul, reported Times Now.

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The villagers of Bisrakh believe that Ravan deserved to be revered for his knowledge and devout faith in Lord Shiva rather than villainised. At the same time, they still pray to Lord Ram, as he is a god.

In one of the many deviating rituals in the village, people do not Ramlila celebrations for fear of inviting bad luck. During Dussehra they offer prayers in the Bisrakh Ravana Mandir.The temple, according to local belief, carries the same Shiva Linga which was once worshipped by Ravana and his father, the sage Vishravas.

In fact, the name of the village is believed to be derived from the word “Vishravas”, reported Times Now. The people of the village have even raised money to build a new temple dedicated to Ravan.

Ravan, as per Hindu mythology was the king of Lanka, and was very learned and powerful. In different iterations of the Ramayana text, he is portrayed as the antagonist in the god Ram’s story but is also considered to be representative of several communities in India.

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There are temples dedicated to Ravan in Kanpur, the Vidisha district of Madhya Pradesh, Mandya district of Karnataka and many other places as well. In a country as diverse as India, even celebrations such as Dussehra take on many different forms and variations. In Bisrakh village, located in Uttar Pradesh.

Dussehra is not merely a festival of victory and celebration; it is a time for somber reflection and mourning. The village, often associated with the death of Ravana, the demon king from the Hindu epic Ramayana, observes the day in a unique way. For the people of Bisrakh, this day commemorates the death of their own ancestor, Ravana, making it a deeply emotional occasion.

Rather than indulging in grand celebrations, the villagers gather in a subdued atmosphere, remembering Ravana’s legacy and the profound lessons from his life and death. For many in Bisrakh, Ravana is not just a villain but a historical and cultural figure tied to their heritage. His death is seen as a day of loss, not just of the character in the epic but of a part of their identity as well.

Unlike the usual Dussehra celebrations, where effigies of Ravana are burned as symbols of good triumphing over evil, Bisrakh refrains from such practices. Instead, the focus is on prayers, rituals, and maintaining a sense of respect for their forefather. This unique observation of Dussehra speaks to the complexity of cultural memory and regional differences in the way festivals are celebrated in India.

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Rather than indulging in grand celebrations, the villagers gather in a subdued atmosphere, remembering Ravana’s legacy and the profound lessons from his life and death. For many in Bisrakh, Ravana is not just a villain but a historical and cultural figure tied to their heritage. His death is seen as a day of loss, not just of the character in the epic but of a part of their identity as well.

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Tiranga, code name Review of the motion picture: Parineeti Chopra delivers a punch in this formulaic action-thriller

Tiranga, code name Story: Khalid Omar, the mastermind behind the 2001 Parliament attack, is to be captured by special agent Durga (Parineeti Chopra). While working on the job, she falls for Dr. Mirza Ali (Harrdy Sandhu). Will she put her love for him before the mission, endangering it, or will she be able to carry out the objective?

Tiranga, code name Review: Ribhu Dasgupta’s Code Name: Tiranga, written and directed, centres on undercover operative Ismat/Durga, who marries Dr. Mirza Ali in order to carry out her intentions to kidnap Omar in Turkey. Will Dr. Mirza ever come to terms with her true identity? Will Durga be successful in finding Omar?

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The solutions are all in this thrilling story. Parineeti Chopra previously acted in Ribhu’s psychological thriller The Girl on the Train, but this time around, she adopts an entirely different identity. Dasgupta did a good job directing the movie, but he lacked the literary skills needed to create a gripping thriller.

It’s energising to see Parineeti Chopra fight the bad guys with the sole purpose of defending the nation. The hand-to-hand battle scenes and the gunfights are both quite well done. It is clear that she is committed to creating a credible action avatar.

The plot is strongly supported by Punjabi singer and actor Harrdy Sandhu, who was most recently seen in Kabir Khan’s 83. Harrdy and Parineeti make a cute on-screen couple. Omar, played by Sharad Kelkar, the main adversary, tries too hard to seem credible, but the writing staff falls short. And like every other Muslim terrorist we’ve seen in a number of movies, his role is stereotyped. Even well-known actors like Rajit Kapur and Dibyendu Bhattacharya are underutilised.

The premise of this spy thriller is somewhat predictable from the outset, so action choreography deserves the majority of the praise. The storyline for the movie should have been better; instead, it reads like a mash-up of numerous previous action thrillers, such Ek Tha Tiger and Raazi. This one, however, lacked a compelling plot and a thoughtful screenplay that supported the action scenes.

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By the time the film’s climax scenes arrive, Code Name: Tiranga, which runs for nearly two hours and 18 minutes, has left you a little disappointed. Because of Durga and Omar’s cat-and-mouse game, it is easy to foresee what will be delivered next in the movie, which also drags on for a long period. The story would have been more engaging if there had been a few more plot twists.
It is aesthetically appealing to see these chases and confrontations since they are expertly staged in the lanes of Turkey or Afghanistan. It’s a pleasure to observe Tribhuvan Babu Sadineni’s cinematography.

Overall, despite Parineeti’s misuse of intense speech, Code Name: Tiranga fails to give viewers the sensation they are hoping for. Up this formulaic action thriller, Parineeti turns in a strong performance despite the story’s lack of substance.

Tiranga is an action-thriller that follows a formulaic plot but stands out thanks to Parineeti Chopra’s strong performance. As a determined protagonist, Parineeti delivers a punch with her intense portrayal, adding depth to her character in this high-stakes narrative. The film, while predictable in terms of its storyline.

keeps the audience engaged with its fast-paced action sequences and emotional moments. Although it doesn’t offer much innovation in terms of its, Parineeti’s presence and commitment to her role elevate the film, making Tiranga an enjoyable watch for fans of action-packed dramas.

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