Mumbai: The World’s first musical on Shri Krishna – “Rajadhiraaj: Love Life Leela” conceptualised and created by Dhanraj Nathwani is set to unfold  at the (NMACC) Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre’s – Grand Theatre. The musical will have a runtime of 120 minutes, with shows running daily from August 15th to September 1st, 2024.

Inviting audiences to experience the magic and majesty of Krishna, Dhanraj Nathwani, said, “Creating ‘Rajadhiraaj: Love Life Leela’ has been a journey of devotion and  passion for me. Shri Krishna’s life is an endless source of inspiration, and through this musical, our aim  is to share the beauty, wisdom, and love that he embodies. I am thrilled to bring his timeless stories  and intertwining journeys of Shri Krishna as Shrinathji and Dwarkadheesh, in a way that has never  been seen before, embarking the audience on an unforgettable journey into the divine saga of Shri  Krishna.”

Executive Producer – Bhoomi Nathwani said “We are deeply grateful to the  entire cast and crew for their immense efforts in bringing this magnificent production to life. We are  confident that the audiences will be mesmerized, as the ensemble of over 180 artists embark on this  remarkable artistic journey of dancing and live singing, promising a profoundly immersive experience  into the essence of Shri Krishna’s divine saga.”

Penned by the renowned Indian lyricist and screenwriter, Padma Shri Awardee Prasoon Joshi, the  musical offers audiences a journey into the lesser-known tales of Shri Krishna. It beautifully depicts  his transitions from Vraj to Mewar and Mathura to Dwarka.

Under the direction of Shruti Sharma, a seasoned theatre director with expertise in musical theatre,  the production showcases the talents of over 180 artists, bringing to life the convergence of  Shri Krishna’s divine forms, as his Shrinathji and Dwarkadheesh swaroops are portrayed together for  the first time in a musical play.

The soundtrack contains 20 original songs composed by music composer duo Sachin-Jigar. The music blends Western symphonic elements, specially  recorded in Budapest, with Indian classical music, along with Haveli Sangeet, Rajasthani and  Gujarati folk, and Hindustani semi-classical genres.

Award-winning Bollywood production designer Omung Kumar has weaved scenes that  transport viewers to ancient India. The show is creatively produced Parthiv  Gohil and Viral Rachh, with National Award-winning writer Raam Mori providing in-depth story research.

Choreographers Bertwin D’Souza and Shampa Gopikrishna’s dance sequences, performed  by over 60 dancers, further immerse viewers in the world of Krishna. Shampa Gopikrishna  continues the legacy of her late father, the legendary Kathak maestro and choreographer Natraj Shri Gopikrishna.

Costume designer Neeta Lulla, known for her work on numerous Indian films,  brings characters to life with over 1,800 intricately designed costumes, highlighting the  divine playfulness, bravery, and philosophical depth of the characters.

Tickets for this musical are now available at nmacc.com and bookmyshow.com . DeshGujarat

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