Sanyo asks, Prithvi are you really here? I cannot believe it, you are in front of me standing here. Maybe this is a dream?
No, this is not a dream its real, a reality that we have been waiting for a long time.
Roopali and Chand listen they are happy too.
Prithvi and Sanyo look at each other, Sanyo puts her hand on his cheek, but how did you come here? Does your mother know this?
Mother herself sent me to go and get daughter-in-law.
What would have happened if she hadn’t cooperated with you?
I would have done the same what you were going to do. Prithvi shows the diamond in his palms. I cannot live without you Sanyo, Prithvi hugs her.
In the palace of Kannauj, Jaichand is dressed in ordinary garments he walks in the hallway to go to the other room, he remembers about Prithvi earlier, about how he warned he will come and take Sanyo away. Three guards follow behind him. He reaches the room to get ready with the gear, his other servants bring his armor. First they put on his thick chained coat, then two servants screw on the arm plates, Prithvi’s words echo in his mind. Another servant takes the helmet and puts it on Jaichand’s head, (if you can stop me, then try). Jaichand takes his sword. Is the army ready?
Yes Maharaj.
If Prithvi has tried to get to Sanyo, then we would have got the message by now. I will myself go to Sanyo to the palace and wait for him. He will definitely come! Definitely! Let’s go! Jaichand and his troops leave.
Prithvi and Sanyo are happy, but Sanyo gets serious as she realizes that, its not going to be so easy. She says, let’s go from here, come, she grabs Prithvi’s arm, before anybody gets the news that you have come we must run from here. I cannot wait any longer Prithvi! Thank God that you came here in time, let’s go, she pulls his arms and leads the way out.
Prithvi doesn’t move he stands still expressionless.
I can’t understand what happened to you Prithvi? Why don’t you come with me? Before my father comes you better take me with you to Dhilli, let’s go.
No is the answer from Prithvi, he instead pulls her arm. What are you thinking? I will steal you away like a thief?
What do you mean asks Sanyo.
It means I love you Sanyogita and I will take you with honor and respect, in front of everybody the whole world.
No! Sanyo shakes her head, no I cannot wait further, just think, just think Prithvi, if father comes in between and plays another trick on us, then? And what if he tries to separate us again?
Nobody can separate us. Sanyogita was Prithvi’s, is Prithvi’s and will always remain Prithvi’s. Now there is no force that can separate us Sanyo.
What if father does something, then what?
Why don’t you trust me, you know that Prithviraj Chauhan already meets Sanyogita secretly like a thief, don’t you know your own Prithvi will take you away from your home in front of the world with dignity and respect.
Sanyo pushes herself away in thought.
In another site Pundir and Arjun wait for Prithvi.
Arjun is impatient he walks back and forth. Prithvi has still not come he is worried, hope he’s not in danger.
Pundir responds, I think that, those people might have got him?
Then lets go, says Arjun he is irritated, we will go and see, standing here and wasting time will not achieve anything. They both get alarmed as they see an army with full strength heading in the direction of the Yamuna kinara palace.
Arjun whispers Maharaj Jaichand. There are many troops on foot heading that way. Pundir and Arjun take their own men away so they are not spotted by the approaching army, and hide behind the bushes.
Pundir and Arjun can see Jaichand on horse in the lead, behind his senapati is on horse and some others, and the rest are the troops who follow by foot.
Arjun says Maharaj Jaichand is going towards the palace to Sanyogita. Let’s go, before he reaches we must inform Prithvi to be careful. Arjun goes to his horse.
Stop! Stop, Pundir requests Arjun, we must not take drastic decisions. We must somehow get to Maharaj Jaichand and his army and try to stop him from reaching, Arjun you go and join Prithvi. I will try to stop Maharaj Jaichand and his army from reaching.
But how will you stop them Pundir?
You don’t worry about that you just go and meet Prithvi. Arjun gets on his horse and leaves immediately.
Jaichand and his troops are moving, full speed ahead.
In the palace Sanyo sits quietly on her bed she is not happy with Prithvi’s decision. Prithvi and Chand wait quietly. Prithvi finally walks over to her and kneels in front of her. Sanyo turns her head to avoid seeing him. Prithvi moves to her side and says Sanyogita, softly.
Sanyo again shrugs her shoulders and moves a bit away from Prithvi.
Prithvi sees her disappointment and gestures with his eyes to Chand. Chand looks at Prithvi with a question mark.
Prithvi breaks the silence, I have told you that you don’t have to worry. He puts his hand on her shoulders, I have been telling you that I don’t want to take you like a thief, but take you away in front of everybody.
Prithvi makes her turn and look in his direction, on the day of swayamwar you will only put the “var-mala” on Prithvi’s neck.
Sanyo doesn’t agree, No! I cannot wait to get married to you, till swayamwar comes. Sanyo is serious and requests Prithvi to marry her now, immediately get married, on the spot.
Prithvi is cool and calm he has a smile on his face, he says really, you wish it?
Sanyo nods her head, yes.
Prithvi gets up from the bed, okay then, he pulls her arm come with me.
Where?
Prithvi holds her arm and leads the way. He takes her to the Shiva idol in the palace. Sanyo looks at Prithvi. Chand and Roopali come to the same room behind them.
We must get married right now, okay. He smiles at Sanyo. Prithvi looks at the Shiva idol and the bells move to and fro with the wind. We are getting married right now he tells her.
Sanyo looks at him with tears of joy.
Jaichand and the troops are on their way. Arjun is on his way too, alone, to get to Prithvi.
In the palace Prithvi takes Sanyo's hand in his, the wind moves the bell to and fro in front of the Shiva idol. A "homa" has been arranged in front of it a fire burns. Prithvi takes Sanyo around it he has a firm grip of her hand as he leads the way.
Roopali throws rice on them Chand chants the manthra’s. They both make the second round of the "homa" both Chand and Roopali throw rice. They both continue to encircle the fire. (“Agni”)
Jaichand and his troops are steady on their way. Arjun side by side rides on.
Prithvi and Sanyogita continue their "pradakshina" around "agni".
Jaichand’s team rides on.
Pundir's army forces are on their way too, they are dressed in civilian attire disguised as a marriage procession with "palki". Pundir is in the lead he holds the "pipani".
Arjun makes his way too.
Pundir walks on, blowing the "pipani" as his procession travels on.
They are completing the 7 "feras" around the “homa” to complete the marriage rites.
The 3 parties carry on with Jaichand at one end and Pundir and Arjun at the other.
Sanyo and Prithvi make the final 7th "fera".
Simultaneously the 3 other parties carry on further.
Prithvi takes the garland of flowers and slowly puts it carefully on Sanyogita, she smiles and looks into Prithvi's eyes. Chand and Roopali continue to throw rice on them. Now its Sanyo's turn, she puts her garland on Prithvi's neck and they both smile. Chand and Roopali also smile they throw more rice.
Pundir's procession are nearing Jaichand's army they will cross paths soon, that's what Pundir wants according to his plan to stop Jaichand. Pundir and the senapati blow the horns loudly, he looks at Jaichand as he comes nearer. Pundir removes the pipe from his mouth and thinks in his mind, now we will see how Maharaj Jaichand gets to Prithvi. Jaichand and his troops come close and then come to a halt, he is right next to the marriage procession now. Pundir leads the way closer to them.
Jaichand sees the marriage procession obstructing his way, he gets irritated and yells, move from here! He gestures with his sword, get out of our way! Jaichand sees the civilians dance. Go! He orders his troops to push them away. Hurry fast!
The troops take their swords and try to push the people of the marriage procession backwards.
Pundir stops blowing his pipe, and gets pushed away.
One guard yells move! Idiots didn't you hear! Move from here! Come on move he pushes them with his hands.
Instead of moving Pundir walks over to Jaichand who is sitting on his horse.
At the palace, Prithvi opens the lid of the kumkum “niranjan”, he looks at Sanyo.
Roopali holds back Sanyo’s golden 'bindi' on her forehead aside, while Prithvi takes the kumkum in his thumb, and slowly applies it on Sanyo's forehead, he fills her "mang” with “sindhoor". Sanyo opens her eyes and looks at Prithvi.
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Jaichand had told Prithvi to remove his disguise. Prithvi removes his moustache and turban. It’s a good thing that you recognized me earlier before I left, otherwise even after coming here I would have felt sorry not being able to meet you.
Jaichand is angry, how dare you come here Prithvi!
I came to see how my father-in-law has made my preparations for the wedding.
“Kabardar!”, “kabaradar” if you dare to say father-in-law again to me! Jaichand is furious.
Then what will I call you Maharaj, Prithvi taunts Jaichand. Wife’s father is called father-in-law, isn’t it?
Ha! Jaichand shrugs, this is your dream Prithvi. It will remain a dream, I will never allow it to happen never!
It will happen, if you are suspicious then just wait till the swayamwar. The “var-mala” will fall on my neck, says Prithvi boldly.
Prithvi! Jaichand is even angrier, before that happens I will kill Sanyogita.
Even if you try to touch her, I will not give you a moment to repent Jaichand! Prithvi comes closer to Jaichand, so now I will take Sanyogita away right in front of you! This is my warning. If you can stop me then try to stop me!
They both look each other in the eye, Jaichand’s face is red with anger. Prithvi walks away.
Jaichand takes his sword and shouts stop Prithvi! Arghhhh! He swings the sword on Prithvi’s back. Prithvi turns around and covers himself with his sword, two swords clash and the fight is on! Both continuously hit with their lances. Prithvi pins Jaichand’s sword and pushes him behind. Jaichand makes another big swing at Prithvi, but again Prithvi holds him down with the sword and pushes him back in a circular motion. Jaichand tries to hit Prithvi again, Prithvi swings at his head, Jaichand ducks down, he misses. Jaichand also aims at his neck, Prithvi kneels down. Rapidly they both swing the lance to hit each other. Prithvi lunges forward Jaichand is on guard. Jaichand and Prithvi pin the sword upward, Jaichand lets go and tries to cut Prithvi, he twirls around to save himself. Jaichand tries at his head, Prithvi ducks down and tries his legs. Jaichand jumps upward. Prithvi and Jaichand pin their swords up.
Jaichand says in my presence you won’t be able to even reach her, understand!
Jaichand pulls his sword back and takes a lunge at Prithvi’s head again, Prithvi’s reflexes are so quick he ducks down. Jaichand aims at his legs once more, but Prithvi jumps up into the air, he misses. Jaichand makes two swings at Prithvi’s face, he misses him. Prithvi again pins his sword in the air he kneels. Jaichand takes advantage and kicks Prithvi in the chest, and he goes flying in the air backwards onto the ground. Jaichand tries to lunge the sword in his chest but Prithvi quickly rolls to the side. Prithvi gets up partially and hits back at Jaichand. Prithvi attacks with his sword but Jaichand gets a hold of Prithvi’s wrist so he cannot move, he glares into Prithvi’s eyes. Prithvi also pins Jaichand’s fist. They both hold onto that position for a minute. Prithvi does Arghhh! And pushes Jaichand away he falls backward, Prithvi’s sword swings on him and cuts his hand.
Jaichand screams ahhhh! He looks at his cut hand.
Prithvi also stops momentarily.
Jaichand’s guards see him injured and run towards Prithvi to get him.
Jaichand yells stop! He looks at his bloody fingers, nobody will come between us! He will die only by my hands! My hands! Jaichand once again lunges towards Prithvi with his sword. The swords clash again, Jaichand tries at Prithvi’s head but misses. Prithvi then punches Jaichand’s fist, which makes Jaichand lose his sword. Prithvi then kicks him, and he falls backward to the ground landing on his head like a little child. Jaichand tries to get up quickly, but Prithvi puts the sword near his face, he is cornered.
Now we will directly meet at the swayamwar, Prithvi warns him. He looks for an exit and runs to his horse. Jaichand gets up, and he and his guards run after him. Prithvi gets on the horse and rides away as fast as he can before they get him. Chand is also with Prithvi he rides with him side by side.
They all race behind him to catch them.
Jaichand yells, to his troops to increase the security around Rajkumari’s Sanyogita’s palace and if you even see Prithvi in the vicinity of the area kill him on the spot. Go! All the troopers run to the palace.
Jaichand shouts, Prithviraj Chauhan!
Forgive me Prithvi, Sanyogita is in her room writing her last message to him, I cannot tolerate this all anymore, and father is talking about forcing me, and I will not under any circumstance participate in the swayamwar. Even after my death, will not put the “var-mala” on anybody else, except on you. Sanyo writes on the pink scroll.
Prithvi and Chand race on in Kannauj, they race ahead to find their army. Prithvi follows the path, till they both reach the place where his troops are waiting, they are dressed in their disguises respectively according to the plan. Pundir and Arjun are present. Prithvi quickly asks Pundir have you people completed your tasks.
Pundir says yes, I have found out about Jaichand’s full army, where they keep all their weapons, how many troops there are and where each of them are positioned.
Arjun tells Prithvi I have found all the secret exits to leave Kannauj, they are dangerous, but away from Jaichand’s army.
That’s good you people wait here, by the time I will go and meet Sanyogita.
Pundir and Arjun give the green signal.
Prithvi tells Chand to accompany him, together they both ride to the Yamuna kinara palace.
Sanyo is completing her message, Prithvi I have come very close to my death, she takes the quill and ink and writes further, I want to tell you again that I love you more than I love myself, that I cannot live without you. Prithvi forgive me, she writes, forgive me she says again and looks at the scroll.
Roopali comes at the door and calls Rajkumari Sanyogita? A servant is with a tray. She gets no answer. Rajkumari Sanyogita? Roopali knocks on the door again.
Sanyo looks at the door and ignores.
Roopali asks Rajkumari Sanyo to open the door she continues to knock.
Sanyo sees the door shake but still no response by her.
Open the door!
The door will never open Roopali! Never!
Outside Prithvi is on his way, he and Chand race ahead. Prithvi ducks away from a branch.
Roopali pounds the door and asks her why have you locked the door, she knocks some more, while Sanyo cries inside. What do you plan to do?
Sanyo cries and looks at the ring on her bed, I cannot live a moment with out Prithvi, Roopali!
Prithvi and Chand ride fast on the horses they pass many trees.
Roopali tries to console Sanyo from behind the door, no Rajkumari Sanyogita, she cries also. For Gods sake don’t do anything to yourself!
Sanyo continues to write, and if God permits, in my next life we will definitely be one, this is all what I wanted to tell you, Sanyo cries more, tears roll down on her face.
Roopali continues to bang the door.
Sanyo looks at the ring kept on her bed she takes it in her hands and looks at which diamond to take.
Roopali continues to bang the door, she says listen to me!
Sanyo stares at the ring.
Outside Prithvi and Chand reach near the palace. They slow down and stop their horses. They both can see the palace gate clearly, all of Jaichand’s guards surround it. Prithvi looks at them and goes in another direction.
Jaichand returns to the palace, he remembers the fight
he just had with Prithvi. He wanders back and forth in his quarters. Jaichand’s informer enters the room Maharaj Ki Jai Ho! He bows.
Did you get any news of Prithvi?
No Maharaj, but all your army is spread around Kannauj.
Did you increase the protection around Sanyogita in the palace?
Yes Maharaj.
Sanyo's mother drops the tray down next to them they are interrupted. She picks the goods up that have fallen.
If Prithvi comes, he will not be spared alive tells the informer to Jaichand.
If Prithvi has reached, we would have got the message by now. You go now! And if that little bird comes in the vicinity of the palace, you inform me immediately.
Yes Maharaj, he leaves.
Jaichand walks over to Sanyo's mother and angrily asks her, has Prithvi found out where Sanyo has been locked up?
Sanyo’s Mother doesn't answer Jaichand at all.
Jaichand is even more furious and asks, Maharani Nayantara has Prithvi come here to meet you? She still doesn't answer him, Jaichand takes her tray and flings it into the air and yells no!
Maharani is shocked and frightened by Jaichand's anger. The contents of the tray are scattered everywhere. I will not spare your life Prithvi! Maharani watches Jaichand leave the room she is shocked.
Prithvi and Chand set out to search Sanyogita they are dressed in a “sadhu” disguise, they chant Alak Niranjan! Alak Niranjan! Alak Niranjan! They are dressed in 'kesri' loin cloth, they have “rudraksh mala” and carry the cymbals, they wear a beard and mustache, sandalwood paste is on their forehead, nobody will recognize their true identity. They both approach the Yamuna kinara palace where the guards are stationed, every few feet. Alak Niranjan! Alak Niranjan! Prithvi and Chand approach the gate.
The guard says Stop! Nobody is permitted to go inside he tells them.
Oh my child, veer fakir can go anywhere, Prithvi tells him.
Then go to the temple veer fakir, what are you doing here?
We are just coming from there child, there God has come in my dreams. He has told to save Rajkumari Sanyogita! Her life is in danger!
We are here for that work Baba, there is no reason for you to worry about.
Inside her room Sanyo looks at the idol.
Roopali knocks on the door, listen to me, she requests, Rajkumari Sanyogita.
Go, from here Roopali, just go from here!
Rajkumari Sanyogita I won't let you do anything, Rajkumari Sanyogita! Roopali is at the door.
Sanyo looks at the ring in her hand and looks at the Shiva idol.
The guards complain you have told us nonsense just go from here.
We will complete the work we have come for tells, Prithvi to the guard. If something happens to Rajkumari then we will be upset. Alak Niranjan! They both walk to the gate, the guards block them with their swords.
Looks like you won't listen to us this way.
The guard repeats, I have told you Rajkumari Sanyogita is doing well and to look after her we are present, he points the sword at Prithvi.
Roopali comes out of the palace and shouts somebody save Rajkumari Sanyogita! Her life is in danger, hurry fast she will die otherwise.
The guard asks what you are saying.
Roopali quickly tells she has locked herself in the room, she wants to commit suicide! Hurry! Roopali pleads to the guard.
See that I told you Rajkumari's life is in danger, so God has sent us here.
Forgive us Baba, just hurry and save her life the guard requests him.
Prithvi and Chand enter the palace, Roopali and the guards follow behind, they all run.
Prithvi runs into the hallway he limps as the wound on the sole of his feet hurt.
Sanyo has taken the ‘trishul’ from the idol and uses it to remove the diamond from the ring.
Prithvi reaches the door with the rest behind him. He knocks on the door, Rajkumari Sanyogita open the door Rajkumariji!
Sanyo tells them all to go away. I will take my life she cries, just go away!
Prithvi requests, just see once and open the door all will be okay!
Sanyo is successful in removing the diamond she holds it in her fingers.
Meanwhile Prithvi and Chand try to break the door to open it. They continuously pound the door with their shoulders, the door finally opens and they all rush inside the room. Prithvi is in front and walks inside to see Sanyo as she is ready to put the diamond in her mouth. Before she does it, Prithvi runs quickly and knocks the diamond out of her fingers, it falls on the rug.
Sanyo gives an angry look at the “sadhu”.
What were you trying to do Rajkumariji?
I wanted to kill myself!
Alak Niranjan! Says the “sadhu” and waves his hands. What is the reason that you wanted to give up your life?
Who are you to ask me such questions, Sanyo asks him angrily. I will do whatever I want! Sanyo tries to pick up the diamond, but the “sadhu” stops her. She screams, get out of my way! The “sadhu” blocks her with his palms. Who is this and how did you allow him to come inside Sanyo shouts at the guards! Take him away from here right now, and you all leave here too get out of here!
We will not go from her child, but yes the rest of them will have to go. The “sadhu” turns to the guards and tells them all to go out. To change Rajkumariji's mind I will have to chant the Maha Mruthuynjaya Mantra 108 times, then only her death will be avoided.
Nobody moves.
What are you people thinking? See if anything happens to Rajkumariji then assume you people are gone. Maharaj Jaichand will cut you all into pieces that it will be hard to count. Go from here he tells them. They all finally leave the room.
Sanyo tells the “sadhu” why don't you also go with them?
Chand comes back into the room.
First you tell why you wanted to commit suicide?
Sanyo is about to say something.
See you don't have to say anything, I can see it all in your eyes.
Sanyo becomes annoyed.
You love him so much?
How do you know?
I can see it all in your eyes, you want to give up your life for a person who doesn't even respect your love...
She interrupts him, how dare you comment on Prithvi!
He’s not worthy for you Rajkumariji, forget that stoned hearted person.
I told you not to tell me anything about him, Sanyo picks a pot and throws it on the “sadhu”.
The “sadhu’ moves away and it misses him he finally says “jungli bhilli” you haven't even changed.
Prithvi slowly peels off his mustache, then he removes the beard.
Sanyo finally recognizes him and softly says Prithvi?
Prithvi removes his wig and his actual self is revealed he raises his arms and says Sanyogita?
Sanyo rushes into his arms and hugs him they stand there together in an embrace.
Jaichand is angry, how dare you come here Prithvi!
I came to see how my father-in-law has made my preparations for the wedding.
“Kabardar!”, “kabaradar” if you dare to say father-in-law again to me! Jaichand is furious.
Then what will I call you Maharaj, Prithvi taunts Jaichand. Wife’s father is called father-in-law, isn’t it?
Ha! Jaichand shrugs, this is your dream Prithvi. It will remain a dream, I will never allow it to happen never!
It will happen, if you are suspicious then just wait till the swayamwar. The “var-mala” will fall on my neck, says Prithvi boldly.
Prithvi! Jaichand is even angrier, before that happens I will kill Sanyogita.
Even if you try to touch her, I will not give you a moment to repent Jaichand! Prithvi comes closer to Jaichand, so now I will take Sanyogita away right in front of you! This is my warning. If you can stop me then try to stop me!
They both look each other in the eye, Jaichand’s face is red with anger. Prithvi walks away.
Jaichand takes his sword and shouts stop Prithvi! Arghhhh! He swings the sword on Prithvi’s back. Prithvi turns around and covers himself with his sword, two swords clash and the fight is on! Both continuously hit with their lances. Prithvi pins Jaichand’s sword and pushes him behind. Jaichand makes another big swing at Prithvi, but again Prithvi holds him down with the sword and pushes him back in a circular motion. Jaichand tries to hit Prithvi again, Prithvi swings at his head, Jaichand ducks down, he misses. Jaichand also aims at his neck, Prithvi kneels down. Rapidly they both swing the lance to hit each other. Prithvi lunges forward Jaichand is on guard. Jaichand and Prithvi pin the sword upward, Jaichand lets go and tries to cut Prithvi, he twirls around to save himself. Jaichand tries at his head, Prithvi ducks down and tries his legs. Jaichand jumps upward. Prithvi and Jaichand pin their swords up.
Jaichand says in my presence you won’t be able to even reach her, understand!
Jaichand pulls his sword back and takes a lunge at Prithvi’s head again, Prithvi’s reflexes are so quick he ducks down. Jaichand aims at his legs once more, but Prithvi jumps up into the air, he misses. Jaichand makes two swings at Prithvi’s face, he misses him. Prithvi again pins his sword in the air he kneels. Jaichand takes advantage and kicks Prithvi in the chest, and he goes flying in the air backwards onto the ground. Jaichand tries to lunge the sword in his chest but Prithvi quickly rolls to the side. Prithvi gets up partially and hits back at Jaichand. Prithvi attacks with his sword but Jaichand gets a hold of Prithvi’s wrist so he cannot move, he glares into Prithvi’s eyes. Prithvi also pins Jaichand’s fist. They both hold onto that position for a minute. Prithvi does Arghhh! And pushes Jaichand away he falls backward, Prithvi’s sword swings on him and cuts his hand.
Jaichand screams ahhhh! He looks at his cut hand.
Prithvi also stops momentarily.
Jaichand’s guards see him injured and run towards Prithvi to get him.
Jaichand yells stop! He looks at his bloody fingers, nobody will come between us! He will die only by my hands! My hands! Jaichand once again lunges towards Prithvi with his sword. The swords clash again, Jaichand tries at Prithvi’s head but misses. Prithvi then punches Jaichand’s fist, which makes Jaichand lose his sword. Prithvi then kicks him, and he falls backward to the ground landing on his head like a little child. Jaichand tries to get up quickly, but Prithvi puts the sword near his face, he is cornered.
Now we will directly meet at the swayamwar, Prithvi warns him. He looks for an exit and runs to his horse. Jaichand gets up, and he and his guards run after him. Prithvi gets on the horse and rides away as fast as he can before they get him. Chand is also with Prithvi he rides with him side by side.
They all race behind him to catch them.
Jaichand yells, to his troops to increase the security around Rajkumari’s Sanyogita’s palace and if you even see Prithvi in the vicinity of the area kill him on the spot. Go! All the troopers run to the palace.
Jaichand shouts, Prithviraj Chauhan!
Forgive me Prithvi, Sanyogita is in her room writing her last message to him, I cannot tolerate this all anymore, and father is talking about forcing me, and I will not under any circumstance participate in the swayamwar. Even after my death, will not put the “var-mala” on anybody else, except on you. Sanyo writes on the pink scroll.
Prithvi and Chand race on in Kannauj, they race ahead to find their army. Prithvi follows the path, till they both reach the place where his troops are waiting, they are dressed in their disguises respectively according to the plan. Pundir and Arjun are present. Prithvi quickly asks Pundir have you people completed your tasks.
Pundir says yes, I have found out about Jaichand’s full army, where they keep all their weapons, how many troops there are and where each of them are positioned.
Arjun tells Prithvi I have found all the secret exits to leave Kannauj, they are dangerous, but away from Jaichand’s army.
That’s good you people wait here, by the time I will go and meet Sanyogita.
Pundir and Arjun give the green signal.
Prithvi tells Chand to accompany him, together they both ride to the Yamuna kinara palace.
Sanyo is completing her message, Prithvi I have come very close to my death, she takes the quill and ink and writes further, I want to tell you again that I love you more than I love myself, that I cannot live without you. Prithvi forgive me, she writes, forgive me she says again and looks at the scroll.
Roopali comes at the door and calls Rajkumari Sanyogita? A servant is with a tray. She gets no answer. Rajkumari Sanyogita? Roopali knocks on the door again.
Sanyo looks at the door and ignores.
Roopali asks Rajkumari Sanyo to open the door she continues to knock.
Sanyo sees the door shake but still no response by her.
Open the door!
The door will never open Roopali! Never!
Outside Prithvi is on his way, he and Chand race ahead. Prithvi ducks away from a branch.
Roopali pounds the door and asks her why have you locked the door, she knocks some more, while Sanyo cries inside. What do you plan to do?
Sanyo cries and looks at the ring on her bed, I cannot live a moment with out Prithvi, Roopali!
Prithvi and Chand ride fast on the horses they pass many trees.
Roopali tries to console Sanyo from behind the door, no Rajkumari Sanyogita, she cries also. For Gods sake don’t do anything to yourself!
Sanyo continues to write, and if God permits, in my next life we will definitely be one, this is all what I wanted to tell you, Sanyo cries more, tears roll down on her face.
Roopali continues to bang the door.
Sanyo looks at the ring kept on her bed she takes it in her hands and looks at which diamond to take.
Roopali continues to bang the door, she says listen to me!
Sanyo stares at the ring.
Outside Prithvi and Chand reach near the palace. They slow down and stop their horses. They both can see the palace gate clearly, all of Jaichand’s guards surround it. Prithvi looks at them and goes in another direction.
Jaichand returns to the palace, he remembers the fight
he just had with Prithvi. He wanders back and forth in his quarters. Jaichand’s informer enters the room Maharaj Ki Jai Ho! He bows.
Did you get any news of Prithvi?
No Maharaj, but all your army is spread around Kannauj.
Did you increase the protection around Sanyogita in the palace?
Yes Maharaj.
Sanyo's mother drops the tray down next to them they are interrupted. She picks the goods up that have fallen.
If Prithvi comes, he will not be spared alive tells the informer to Jaichand.
If Prithvi has reached, we would have got the message by now. You go now! And if that little bird comes in the vicinity of the palace, you inform me immediately.
Yes Maharaj, he leaves.
Jaichand walks over to Sanyo's mother and angrily asks her, has Prithvi found out where Sanyo has been locked up?
Sanyo’s Mother doesn't answer Jaichand at all.
Jaichand is even more furious and asks, Maharani Nayantara has Prithvi come here to meet you? She still doesn't answer him, Jaichand takes her tray and flings it into the air and yells no!
Maharani is shocked and frightened by Jaichand's anger. The contents of the tray are scattered everywhere. I will not spare your life Prithvi! Maharani watches Jaichand leave the room she is shocked.
Prithvi and Chand set out to search Sanyogita they are dressed in a “sadhu” disguise, they chant Alak Niranjan! Alak Niranjan! Alak Niranjan! They are dressed in 'kesri' loin cloth, they have “rudraksh mala” and carry the cymbals, they wear a beard and mustache, sandalwood paste is on their forehead, nobody will recognize their true identity. They both approach the Yamuna kinara palace where the guards are stationed, every few feet. Alak Niranjan! Alak Niranjan! Prithvi and Chand approach the gate.
The guard says Stop! Nobody is permitted to go inside he tells them.
Oh my child, veer fakir can go anywhere, Prithvi tells him.
Then go to the temple veer fakir, what are you doing here?
We are just coming from there child, there God has come in my dreams. He has told to save Rajkumari Sanyogita! Her life is in danger!
We are here for that work Baba, there is no reason for you to worry about.
Inside her room Sanyo looks at the idol.
Roopali knocks on the door, listen to me, she requests, Rajkumari Sanyogita.
Go, from here Roopali, just go from here!
Rajkumari Sanyogita I won't let you do anything, Rajkumari Sanyogita! Roopali is at the door.
Sanyo looks at the ring in her hand and looks at the Shiva idol.
The guards complain you have told us nonsense just go from here.
We will complete the work we have come for tells, Prithvi to the guard. If something happens to Rajkumari then we will be upset. Alak Niranjan! They both walk to the gate, the guards block them with their swords.
Looks like you won't listen to us this way.
The guard repeats, I have told you Rajkumari Sanyogita is doing well and to look after her we are present, he points the sword at Prithvi.
Roopali comes out of the palace and shouts somebody save Rajkumari Sanyogita! Her life is in danger, hurry fast she will die otherwise.
The guard asks what you are saying.
Roopali quickly tells she has locked herself in the room, she wants to commit suicide! Hurry! Roopali pleads to the guard.
See that I told you Rajkumari's life is in danger, so God has sent us here.
Forgive us Baba, just hurry and save her life the guard requests him.
Prithvi and Chand enter the palace, Roopali and the guards follow behind, they all run.
Prithvi runs into the hallway he limps as the wound on the sole of his feet hurt.
Sanyo has taken the ‘trishul’ from the idol and uses it to remove the diamond from the ring.
Prithvi reaches the door with the rest behind him. He knocks on the door, Rajkumari Sanyogita open the door Rajkumariji!
Sanyo tells them all to go away. I will take my life she cries, just go away!
Prithvi requests, just see once and open the door all will be okay!
Sanyo is successful in removing the diamond she holds it in her fingers.
Meanwhile Prithvi and Chand try to break the door to open it. They continuously pound the door with their shoulders, the door finally opens and they all rush inside the room. Prithvi is in front and walks inside to see Sanyo as she is ready to put the diamond in her mouth. Before she does it, Prithvi runs quickly and knocks the diamond out of her fingers, it falls on the rug.
Sanyo gives an angry look at the “sadhu”.
What were you trying to do Rajkumariji?
I wanted to kill myself!
Alak Niranjan! Says the “sadhu” and waves his hands. What is the reason that you wanted to give up your life?
Who are you to ask me such questions, Sanyo asks him angrily. I will do whatever I want! Sanyo tries to pick up the diamond, but the “sadhu” stops her. She screams, get out of my way! The “sadhu” blocks her with his palms. Who is this and how did you allow him to come inside Sanyo shouts at the guards! Take him away from here right now, and you all leave here too get out of here!
We will not go from her child, but yes the rest of them will have to go. The “sadhu” turns to the guards and tells them all to go out. To change Rajkumariji's mind I will have to chant the Maha Mruthuynjaya Mantra 108 times, then only her death will be avoided.
Nobody moves.
What are you people thinking? See if anything happens to Rajkumariji then assume you people are gone. Maharaj Jaichand will cut you all into pieces that it will be hard to count. Go from here he tells them. They all finally leave the room.
Sanyo tells the “sadhu” why don't you also go with them?
Chand comes back into the room.
First you tell why you wanted to commit suicide?
Sanyo is about to say something.
See you don't have to say anything, I can see it all in your eyes.
Sanyo becomes annoyed.
You love him so much?
How do you know?
I can see it all in your eyes, you want to give up your life for a person who doesn't even respect your love...
She interrupts him, how dare you comment on Prithvi!
He’s not worthy for you Rajkumariji, forget that stoned hearted person.
I told you not to tell me anything about him, Sanyo picks a pot and throws it on the “sadhu”.
The “sadhu’ moves away and it misses him he finally says “jungli bhilli” you haven't even changed.
Prithvi slowly peels off his mustache, then he removes the beard.
Sanyo finally recognizes him and softly says Prithvi?
Prithvi removes his wig and his actual self is revealed he raises his arms and says Sanyogita?
Sanyo rushes into his arms and hugs him they stand there together in an embrace.
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Episode on Saturday, September 27, 2008
Jaichand looks at both of them from the doorway and asks what is it you are getting ready to go out?
Chand says I was just coming to you as Maharaj Prithviraj Chauhan has sent a message to return back to Dhilli.
Why, suddenly what has happened?
Yes he suddenly sent a message, replies Chand, some work is there.
Jaichand walks through the door and enters the room, what work does your mahan Prithviraj Chauhan have with the poet? Looks like in place of your sword, we will need your words instead.
You must have listened before Maharaj that sometimes the words can give a deeper wound than the sword itself, Chand says to Jaichand.
Jaichand is still not satisfied and asks Chand and the assistant Kanhaiya to wait still further with him today. Jaichand walks into the room closer to Kanhaiya, he eyes his outfit from top to bottom.
But Maharaj...Chand tries to tell him.
Kanhaiya responds guruji when Maharaj Jaichand is requesting us so sweetly to stay back then we should stay here.
Chand says to Maharaj Jaichand then its okay we will stay with you.
Jaichand says in his mind, now will start the real game.
(I know what kind of game you plan to play, do as you like, but Prithvi will not come in your trap) Prithvi thinks in his mind.
Jaichand and Chand sit for a game of chess. Prithvi is also by their side. Chand moves his token so does Jaichand. Again its Chand's turn, Prithvi looks at Chand and gestures with his eyes to move the king. Chand moves his King.
Jaichand is undecided, he has to move his token, but looks at both of them and comments you play very well Kaviraj.
I have learnt this from Maharaj Prithviraj Chauhan.
Looks like Maharaj Prithviraj has given you good training and knowledge, Jaichand takes his camel and knocks down Chand's token, it flies off the board, Kanhaiya bends down to catch it swiftly.
Jaichand looks at Kanhaiya and puts his token on the board and comments you are very quick Kanhaiya, you must also be good at aiming weapons?
I have learnt much from Maharaj Prithviraj, Kanhaiya nods his head.
Really? So Maharaj Prithviraj Chauhan also teaches his friend's assistant. It's good, then I want to know the specialty of your Maharaj, Jaichand he is anxious.
Sankar adivasi and his 3 men head to Kannauj by horse. Sankar adivasi tells them to move quickly before Prithviraj Chauhan takes his plans and applies it. We must get to Kannauj and inform Maharaj Jaichand about Prithvi's plans. They all rush ahead in the forest.
Sanyo is in her room sitting on her bed upset, she murmurs to herself, my death is in my own hands. I will wait only one more night, Prithvi. If nothing happens by the time, then I will swallow those diamonds and kill myself, she holds the diamond ring in her hands
Rajkumari Sanyo, Roopali calls her while entering the room.
Sanyo hides the ring, she gets up and asks her, did you find anything about why Chand has come to Kannauj?
Roopali tells her, I didn't have time to go to him to ask because the whole time he was with Maharaj, but...
But.. What happened? Tell me Roopali.
Your Prithvi has sent Chand to give congratulations to you for the swayamwar, she looks at Sanyo and leaves her room.
Sanyo gets so upset and looks at the ring, now nobody can stop me from committing suicide.
Jaichand takes them to another place in the training grounds outside. You will play this game with me, he tells them. There are many large iron balls attached to chains with sharp pointed prongs on it, they dangle from the ceiling.
Whatever you say I will have to play Maharaj, says Kanhaiya (Prithvi).
Jaichand tells that, he only wants to see all the things you learned from your Maharaj Prithvi.
Okay as you wish tells Kanhaiya. Prithvi starts to go.
Jaichand raises his hand and says first me.
Yes Maharaj, Kanhaiya bows his head down.
Jaichand calls his troops, who are there, to make all the iron balls sway back and forth. Jaichand walks forward into them. Jaichand passes through, avoiding his head to impact the balls, he watches carefully and makes his move. He gets to the center of the room, one nearly misses him he bends backward and makes it to the other side. Jaichand easily makes it back quickly passing easily not allowing the balls to injure him.
The balls are once again swung back and forth. Jaichand tells Kanhaiya now its your turn. This time bells are tied to the balls
Kanhaiya says Maharaj, he is about to go but then falls on the feet of Jaichand and asks for "ashirwad".
Jaichand is hesitant but gives his blessings superficially.
Prithvi makes his way across dodging the balls that swing to and fro. One nearly misses his face, he bends backward and walks ahead to the other side. Without getting hit he goes back, one iron ball passes his face but he easily makes to the other side.
Jaichand watched Kanhaiya do it with ease. Very good Kanhaiya, very good, you seem like less an assistant and more of a warrior.
Kanhaiya smiles and says in our Dhilli an assistant isn't inferior, Maharaj, all are brave warriors.
So in this last game it will be your turn, you will pass this room blindfolded. So at last I can see what Maharaj teaches the assistants, tells Jaichand.
(I understand what you are trying to do but getting Prithviraj is not that easy) Prithvi thinks in his mind.
Jaichand also thinks, if you don't use your art of "shabda behdi ban" then you will die. And if you do use it I will kill you.
Prithvi is blindfolded, the balls sway to and fro, the bells jingle as they move. Prithvi stands still and listens carefully to the bells.
Jaichand is pleased and can't wait for the outcome.
Upon entering the area one ball smashes Prithvi’s cheek, instantly he bends down and puts his hand on his face. Again he moves forward and another hits his face, he bends down, but gets up again.
Chand is shocked but says nothing, Jaichand is pleased.
One more hits his face, he grabs his face with pain. Kanhaiya kneels down and crawls across the room to the other side, he is unsuccessful. Prithvi takes off the blindfold and says, I cannot do this game Maharaj, take this he shows the blindfold to him.
There was no outcome Jaichand is disappointed so he says no, I do not want to play this game. You both can go back to your Maharaj in Dhilli, Jaichand leaves the grounds.
Chand smiles at Prithvi.
Outside Sankar adivasi and his men have come to the palace gates. He and his men get off the horse and climb the stairs to enter the palace.
In the court Chand takes his leave and tells Maharaj we will go, permit us to. With my quill I will paint a grand picture of your hospitality and make it permanent, without death, immortal.
I had wished that both of you stayed till Rajkumari Sanyogita's swayamwar was over so that for your Maharaj you can also paint a picture of it.
Kanhaiya tells Jaichand don't worry just think that Maharaj has already seen it.
Just one thing I want to know for sure, the truth, is Maharaj Prithviraj Chauhan really in Dhilli? Right now where is Prithvi, Chand?
Chand tells Jaichand he is here, Maharaj
Prithviraj is in Dhilli now. He has also come with his army. At this moment Maharaj Prithvi is preparing for war. You also get ready for war Maharaj.
Sankar adivasi is heading inside the palace he is with his men in the hallway.
Chand tells Kanhaiya, lets go we are getting late. They both leave the "darbar".
Sankar is on his way in while Chand and Prithvi leave. They both meet at the same place and cross each other. Sankar bumps into Prithvi and looks at him. Prithvi adjusts his bag and looks back. Sankar moves out and passes ahead to the "darbar" while Chand and Prithvi walk out ahead.
Sankar adivasi and his men are in the “darbar” they approach and say Maharaj Jaichand?
Jaichand is surprised to see him and exclaims you have come surprisingly! Is everything alright?
I have come to tell you some special news Maharaj.
Chand and Prithvi are outside the palace. Prithvi says now we will go to Sanyogita.
Sanyo is crying in her room after hearing the news of his coming. I thought I will be freed from here, but No! Sanyo is so upset and frustrated that she starts to throw the plates and trays. They smash to the ground. How could you do this Prithvi she shouts, how! I thought you would release me and stop the swayamwar but instead you send congratulations! Sanyo pushes a glass bowl of flowers and water onto the ground, the glass pieces shatter. She wipes her tears and looks at the ring lying on her bed, enough I cannot wait any longer to find another remedy to this. She walks on top of the glass and reaches the bed to take the ring in her hands. Sanyo remembers how Prithvi promised to take her on “puranvasi ki rath".
Outside in the compound Prithvi and Chand leave the palace grounds, good that nobody recognized us, tells Chand.
Prithvi tells Chand to hurry, I will get Sanyogita and leave Kannauj. At that instance arrows are aimed at their path. Many arrows are fired and block them. Prithvi and Chand see the arrows around them. From a distance they can see Jaichand and his four guards coming.
Jaichand walks closer to Prithvi. They have come face to face now, Jaichand stares at him in the eye. Jaichand demands that Prithvi remove his disguise now, because now your drama is over. Enough Prithvi, enough, you have done too much, your drama has come to an end.
Prithvi carefully removes his moustache and takes off his turban.
Jaichand glares at Prithvi as the truth unveils. Prithvi gives him a faint smile back.
Chand says I was just coming to you as Maharaj Prithviraj Chauhan has sent a message to return back to Dhilli.
Why, suddenly what has happened?
Yes he suddenly sent a message, replies Chand, some work is there.
Jaichand walks through the door and enters the room, what work does your mahan Prithviraj Chauhan have with the poet? Looks like in place of your sword, we will need your words instead.
You must have listened before Maharaj that sometimes the words can give a deeper wound than the sword itself, Chand says to Jaichand.
Jaichand is still not satisfied and asks Chand and the assistant Kanhaiya to wait still further with him today. Jaichand walks into the room closer to Kanhaiya, he eyes his outfit from top to bottom.
But Maharaj...Chand tries to tell him.
Kanhaiya responds guruji when Maharaj Jaichand is requesting us so sweetly to stay back then we should stay here.
Chand says to Maharaj Jaichand then its okay we will stay with you.
Jaichand says in his mind, now will start the real game.
(I know what kind of game you plan to play, do as you like, but Prithvi will not come in your trap) Prithvi thinks in his mind.
Jaichand and Chand sit for a game of chess. Prithvi is also by their side. Chand moves his token so does Jaichand. Again its Chand's turn, Prithvi looks at Chand and gestures with his eyes to move the king. Chand moves his King.
Jaichand is undecided, he has to move his token, but looks at both of them and comments you play very well Kaviraj.
I have learnt this from Maharaj Prithviraj Chauhan.
Looks like Maharaj Prithviraj has given you good training and knowledge, Jaichand takes his camel and knocks down Chand's token, it flies off the board, Kanhaiya bends down to catch it swiftly.
Jaichand looks at Kanhaiya and puts his token on the board and comments you are very quick Kanhaiya, you must also be good at aiming weapons?
I have learnt much from Maharaj Prithviraj, Kanhaiya nods his head.
Really? So Maharaj Prithviraj Chauhan also teaches his friend's assistant. It's good, then I want to know the specialty of your Maharaj, Jaichand he is anxious.
Sankar adivasi and his 3 men head to Kannauj by horse. Sankar adivasi tells them to move quickly before Prithviraj Chauhan takes his plans and applies it. We must get to Kannauj and inform Maharaj Jaichand about Prithvi's plans. They all rush ahead in the forest.
Sanyo is in her room sitting on her bed upset, she murmurs to herself, my death is in my own hands. I will wait only one more night, Prithvi. If nothing happens by the time, then I will swallow those diamonds and kill myself, she holds the diamond ring in her hands
Rajkumari Sanyo, Roopali calls her while entering the room.
Sanyo hides the ring, she gets up and asks her, did you find anything about why Chand has come to Kannauj?
Roopali tells her, I didn't have time to go to him to ask because the whole time he was with Maharaj, but...
But.. What happened? Tell me Roopali.
Your Prithvi has sent Chand to give congratulations to you for the swayamwar, she looks at Sanyo and leaves her room.
Sanyo gets so upset and looks at the ring, now nobody can stop me from committing suicide.
Jaichand takes them to another place in the training grounds outside. You will play this game with me, he tells them. There are many large iron balls attached to chains with sharp pointed prongs on it, they dangle from the ceiling.
Whatever you say I will have to play Maharaj, says Kanhaiya (Prithvi).
Jaichand tells that, he only wants to see all the things you learned from your Maharaj Prithvi.
Okay as you wish tells Kanhaiya. Prithvi starts to go.
Jaichand raises his hand and says first me.
Yes Maharaj, Kanhaiya bows his head down.
Jaichand calls his troops, who are there, to make all the iron balls sway back and forth. Jaichand walks forward into them. Jaichand passes through, avoiding his head to impact the balls, he watches carefully and makes his move. He gets to the center of the room, one nearly misses him he bends backward and makes it to the other side. Jaichand easily makes it back quickly passing easily not allowing the balls to injure him.
The balls are once again swung back and forth. Jaichand tells Kanhaiya now its your turn. This time bells are tied to the balls
Kanhaiya says Maharaj, he is about to go but then falls on the feet of Jaichand and asks for "ashirwad".
Jaichand is hesitant but gives his blessings superficially.
Prithvi makes his way across dodging the balls that swing to and fro. One nearly misses his face, he bends backward and walks ahead to the other side. Without getting hit he goes back, one iron ball passes his face but he easily makes to the other side.
Jaichand watched Kanhaiya do it with ease. Very good Kanhaiya, very good, you seem like less an assistant and more of a warrior.
Kanhaiya smiles and says in our Dhilli an assistant isn't inferior, Maharaj, all are brave warriors.
So in this last game it will be your turn, you will pass this room blindfolded. So at last I can see what Maharaj teaches the assistants, tells Jaichand.
(I understand what you are trying to do but getting Prithviraj is not that easy) Prithvi thinks in his mind.
Jaichand also thinks, if you don't use your art of "shabda behdi ban" then you will die. And if you do use it I will kill you.
Prithvi is blindfolded, the balls sway to and fro, the bells jingle as they move. Prithvi stands still and listens carefully to the bells.
Jaichand is pleased and can't wait for the outcome.
Upon entering the area one ball smashes Prithvi’s cheek, instantly he bends down and puts his hand on his face. Again he moves forward and another hits his face, he bends down, but gets up again.
Chand is shocked but says nothing, Jaichand is pleased.
One more hits his face, he grabs his face with pain. Kanhaiya kneels down and crawls across the room to the other side, he is unsuccessful. Prithvi takes off the blindfold and says, I cannot do this game Maharaj, take this he shows the blindfold to him.
There was no outcome Jaichand is disappointed so he says no, I do not want to play this game. You both can go back to your Maharaj in Dhilli, Jaichand leaves the grounds.
Chand smiles at Prithvi.
Outside Sankar adivasi and his men have come to the palace gates. He and his men get off the horse and climb the stairs to enter the palace.
In the court Chand takes his leave and tells Maharaj we will go, permit us to. With my quill I will paint a grand picture of your hospitality and make it permanent, without death, immortal.
I had wished that both of you stayed till Rajkumari Sanyogita's swayamwar was over so that for your Maharaj you can also paint a picture of it.
Kanhaiya tells Jaichand don't worry just think that Maharaj has already seen it.
Just one thing I want to know for sure, the truth, is Maharaj Prithviraj Chauhan really in Dhilli? Right now where is Prithvi, Chand?
Chand tells Jaichand he is here, Maharaj
Prithviraj is in Dhilli now. He has also come with his army. At this moment Maharaj Prithvi is preparing for war. You also get ready for war Maharaj.
Sankar adivasi is heading inside the palace he is with his men in the hallway.
Chand tells Kanhaiya, lets go we are getting late. They both leave the "darbar".
Sankar is on his way in while Chand and Prithvi leave. They both meet at the same place and cross each other. Sankar bumps into Prithvi and looks at him. Prithvi adjusts his bag and looks back. Sankar moves out and passes ahead to the "darbar" while Chand and Prithvi walk out ahead.
Sankar adivasi and his men are in the “darbar” they approach and say Maharaj Jaichand?
Jaichand is surprised to see him and exclaims you have come surprisingly! Is everything alright?
I have come to tell you some special news Maharaj.
Chand and Prithvi are outside the palace. Prithvi says now we will go to Sanyogita.
Sanyo is crying in her room after hearing the news of his coming. I thought I will be freed from here, but No! Sanyo is so upset and frustrated that she starts to throw the plates and trays. They smash to the ground. How could you do this Prithvi she shouts, how! I thought you would release me and stop the swayamwar but instead you send congratulations! Sanyo pushes a glass bowl of flowers and water onto the ground, the glass pieces shatter. She wipes her tears and looks at the ring lying on her bed, enough I cannot wait any longer to find another remedy to this. She walks on top of the glass and reaches the bed to take the ring in her hands. Sanyo remembers how Prithvi promised to take her on “puranvasi ki rath".
Outside in the compound Prithvi and Chand leave the palace grounds, good that nobody recognized us, tells Chand.
Prithvi tells Chand to hurry, I will get Sanyogita and leave Kannauj. At that instance arrows are aimed at their path. Many arrows are fired and block them. Prithvi and Chand see the arrows around them. From a distance they can see Jaichand and his four guards coming.
Jaichand walks closer to Prithvi. They have come face to face now, Jaichand stares at him in the eye. Jaichand demands that Prithvi remove his disguise now, because now your drama is over. Enough Prithvi, enough, you have done too much, your drama has come to an end.
Prithvi carefully removes his moustache and takes off his turban.
Jaichand glares at Prithvi as the truth unveils. Prithvi gives him a faint smile back.
Friday, September 26, 2008
Episode on Friday, September 26, 2008
Chand and Prithvi enter the court of the palace. Jaichand is seated in his seat, he watches Chand Bardai enter, announcement is made, Dhilli’s Rajkavi Sri Chand Bardai is here!
Chand and Prithvi on the red carpet Maharaj Ki Jai Ho! Chand says to Jaichand.
Come, come kaviraj your Prithvi’s spirit is there but too bad he was not invited here. Jaichand laughs and so does all the guests in the court.
Chand and Prithvi watch and tolerate them, as they all laugh.
Jaichand asks first of all how did Prithvi let you come here in the first place?
That is the speciality of Maharaj Prithviraj Chauhan.
Means? What do you mean by that, Jaichand is serious now?
Means that Prithvi is like the sun, to see him you need the energy and capacity.
But it seems like your sun is covered by the clouds, otherwise the sunrays would have fallen on me kaviraj.
That will happen Maharaj but I am afraid when the sun comes out of the clouds will you be able to tolerate it?
Sounds like your sun is afraid of facing me?
Who is afraid of whom Maharaj you will know better than anybody else Chand replies.
Good then kaviraj, I will definitely face your Maharaj, but right now you will have to recite a beautiful poem, Jaichand requests him.
As you say Maharaj, tells Chand.
Chand is seated and the music starts, two dancers throw flowers in the air.
In another room of the palace a dancer gets ready and puts on her accessories.
A servant runs to a dancer’s room and tells Karnatiki somebody has come to the court, from the former kingdom you were in before.
From Dhilli, who is it?
It’s Rajkavi Chand Bardai!
Really? Karnataki is thrilled and gets up from her dressing table.
He is reciting poetry in the court, tells the servant.
Chand Bardai has come to the court?
Yes, nods the servant.
He is from my old kingdom and special friend of Prithviraj Chauhan. I will meet him now.
Wait Karnataki, tells the servant, he is reciting the poetry in the court you can’t go in the middle of it. You will have to wait till it is over.
I can wait my entire life for it says Karnatiki.
Everybody is sitting in the court Maharaj Jaichand sits in the front, on his throne. Chand Bardai sings about Prithviraj Chauhan and his great deeds. 4 dancers are also present, they dance along with the music. Prithvi also is playing the instrument ‘dholak’ he sits next to Chand.
2 dancers continue and Chand continues his poem about Prithvi.
Prithvi gets up from the seat and moves around towards the dancers. He walks right next to Jaichand and plays the ‘dholak’ in front of him.
Chand continues his song of "shure veertha".
Prithvi meanwhile rushes behind Jaichand, he looks at him. Prithvi secretly looks for a place to hide and runs back to the seat where Chand is sitting, near a pillar. Prithvi is hidden behind the pillar, he places his dholak down and removes his turban. He places it in such a fashion like he is seated there behind the pillar sitting next to Chand.
Chand sings, “wo hai Prithviraj Chauhan, wo hai Prithviraj Chauhan”.
Jaichand gets doubtful as he is not able to see Kanhaiya properly.
Prithvi moves out of the court and starts his duty to search for Sanyogita. Prithvi runs into the hallway to search. Prithvi ducks to hide from some approaching guards. Prithvi tries to walk away but knocks down a vase of flowers. The two guards are alerted they run down the hallway. Prithvi quickly hides behind a column. The guards realize there is nobody there, they decide the vase must have fallen on its own. They arrange it back and say, lets go, they go elsewhere. Prithvi watches them leave and is free to look for Sanyogita again.
Jaichand is listening to the poetry of Chand, and watching the dancers all this time. His attention is diverted to the turban again how can Kanhaiya sit quietly there for so long without moving at all? I cannot even see him properly, I cannot see him clearly at all, Jaichand is suspicious.
Prithvi wanders around the palace checking room to room, he peeks through the door of the “Puja” room, where the Shiva idol is kept. Prithvi checks nobody there outside and closes the door from inside the room. He walks inside and sees Sanyogita’s Mother, she prays, “hai Bagwan” protect of my baby, she cannot live with out Prithviraj. Just please send him here, God. Save my baby, mother continues to pray.
Prithvi is behind her and says to her, God has listened to you. He walks over to Sanyogita’s mother and faces her. Prithvi starts to remove his moustache.
She recognizes, Prithvi? Mother is overwhelmed by his presence, he came so quick!
Prithvi bows down and falls on her legs.
Mother blesses him, let God give you all the happiness.
She orders Prithvi to go quickly otherwise if you don't meet Sanyo today she may take any drastic decision.
Prithvi puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her not to worry. I have come and will never allow anything to happen to Sanyogita. Where is she?
Mother reminiscences the previous time when she had a discussion about her destiny. Mother remembers how Sanyo said she could not let her life be left alone to destiny just like that! I am Prithvi’s and destined to become only his! Mother is shocked as she remembers her words.
Chand continues to recite poetry in the court the dancers dance. Jaichand’s attention is still on Kanhaiya. On the other hand Mother explains to Prithvi all the details.
Jaichand cannot take it anymore he is suspicious about Kanhaiya and gets up from his throne. He doesn’t believe he’s there anymore. Jaichand walks forward to where Chand is sitting. He says Wa! Wa!
By the time Prithvi has returned he comes fast to Chand’s side where he kept the turban. Kanhaiya comments look Guruji, he is so happy with the poetry that Maharaj has come himself to award you! Prithvi tells Chand, see that. Maharaj has come himself.
Jaichand smiles and removes his chain from his neck and gives it to Chand.
Thank-you Maharaj, Chand bows his head to Jaichand in respect.
Jaichand walks away irritated because he could not catch Kanhaiya and sits in his throne.
Prithvi whispers in Chand’s ears I found out where Sanyo is.
Chand and Prithvi walk back to their room.
By the time Karnataki walks over to Chand, Prannam Kaviraj.
Karnatiki how are you?
I am well, but how is Maharaj Prithviraj? I haven’t seen him for a long time.
Chand replies he is fine.
Karnatiki eyes Kannaiya and sees his garments and royal necklace, she realizes it is Maharaj, and pulls her veil down in respect.
Chand quickly says sh......... And shakes his head (he wants her to keep quiet). Chand tells we must go now.
Karnatiki removes her veil.
Jaichand is eyeing the 3, he gets up from the seat and tells them to stop, he walks over to Chand, Kanhaiya and Karnataki.
Jaichand is angry he asks Karnatiki why did you pull your veil down in front of the assistant like that? A dancer is only supposed to do that to the Maharaj?
Karnatiki asks for Jaichand's forgiveness, before you, I use to be in Prithviraj's court. So for me his best friend kaviraj Chand Bardai is just like Maharaj Prithviraj Chauhan. So in all due respect it was appropriate for me to do so.
Jaichand eyes all 3 and tells them to rest now.
"Shukriya Maharaj" Chand is greatful to Jaichand.
Jaichand leaves the court and goes to his quarters, he is angry.
His 3 spies come to his side. They ask what is it Maharaj you look upset?
My intuition tells me there is a problem. I am sure Chand Bardai and his assistant Kanhaiya are on some special mission. Prithvi has sent them here on a pretext to do something.
One spy replies, Maharaj we have been watching them continuously. In the court they both were in front of your eyes, they did not even move for a second out of the room. I don’t see any problem about him. So why do you…
Jaichand interrupts, because the assistant Kanhaiya is Prithviraj Chauhan!
One spy asks Jaichand why do you not get him and lock him up immediately. That will explain whether he is Kanhaiya or Prithvi.
No! Jaichand says we have to first prove our suspicions. I can’t order that because we need to verify it for sure. If otherwise he turns out to be really an assistant? The result will not be good for Rajkumari Sanyogita’s swayamwar.
What are you saying Maharaj?
Enough we must spend sometime with him. We have to keep him occupied in a discussion so if he is Prithviraj he will react angrily and himself reveal his disguise! Then only his corpse will leave here. Prithviraj Chauhan!
Shankar adivasi performs the last rites of his son Angara. He sits with the brahmin by the HOM, Om Reem Kleem Chamundaya Viche Swaha.
Om Reem Kleem Chamundaya Viche Swaha Om Reem Kleem Chamundaya Viche Swaha. The Brahmin puts ghee into the fire.
Shankar advasi remembers his son's last words, about revenge upon Prithvi and the message he has to give to Jaichand.
The Brahman completes the rites, he tells him you can go anywhere you want to sardar.
First I will go the Kannauj, to meet Maharaj Jaichand he says.
Chand and Prithvi go back to their room and close the door. Chand is worried, looks like Jaichand is suspicious on us.
Yes, I think so too, says Prithvi.
Before he locks us up in the dungeon, we better leave here immediately.
Yes we must leave, but not because of fear of Jaichand, but because I have found out about Sanyo and where she is being held. I cannot be separated anymore from her.
Yes, then we must hurry "bhabi" will be in the same condition.
They both start to pack their things, but if we leave suddenly, Jaichand will get more suspicious. Then it will be even more difficult to get Rajkumari Sanyogita and leave here, tells Chand.
Don't worry Chand even if the storm comes I will get Sanyogita out of Kannauj. You go and tell Jaichand in the “darbar” that you got Prithvi’s message and you have to leave immediately for Dhilli.
Chand goes to leave the room, he opens the door, to his surprise Jaichand is waiting at the door.
How are you Kaviraj? Jaichand eyes them both.
Prithvi is startled and looks at him too.
Jaichand looks at their bag.
Chand and Prithvi on the red carpet Maharaj Ki Jai Ho! Chand says to Jaichand.
Come, come kaviraj your Prithvi’s spirit is there but too bad he was not invited here. Jaichand laughs and so does all the guests in the court.
Chand and Prithvi watch and tolerate them, as they all laugh.
Jaichand asks first of all how did Prithvi let you come here in the first place?
That is the speciality of Maharaj Prithviraj Chauhan.
Means? What do you mean by that, Jaichand is serious now?
Means that Prithvi is like the sun, to see him you need the energy and capacity.
But it seems like your sun is covered by the clouds, otherwise the sunrays would have fallen on me kaviraj.
That will happen Maharaj but I am afraid when the sun comes out of the clouds will you be able to tolerate it?
Sounds like your sun is afraid of facing me?
Who is afraid of whom Maharaj you will know better than anybody else Chand replies.
Good then kaviraj, I will definitely face your Maharaj, but right now you will have to recite a beautiful poem, Jaichand requests him.
As you say Maharaj, tells Chand.
Chand is seated and the music starts, two dancers throw flowers in the air.
In another room of the palace a dancer gets ready and puts on her accessories.
A servant runs to a dancer’s room and tells Karnatiki somebody has come to the court, from the former kingdom you were in before.
From Dhilli, who is it?
It’s Rajkavi Chand Bardai!
Really? Karnataki is thrilled and gets up from her dressing table.
He is reciting poetry in the court, tells the servant.
Chand Bardai has come to the court?
Yes, nods the servant.
He is from my old kingdom and special friend of Prithviraj Chauhan. I will meet him now.
Wait Karnataki, tells the servant, he is reciting the poetry in the court you can’t go in the middle of it. You will have to wait till it is over.
I can wait my entire life for it says Karnatiki.
Everybody is sitting in the court Maharaj Jaichand sits in the front, on his throne. Chand Bardai sings about Prithviraj Chauhan and his great deeds. 4 dancers are also present, they dance along with the music. Prithvi also is playing the instrument ‘dholak’ he sits next to Chand.
2 dancers continue and Chand continues his poem about Prithvi.
Prithvi gets up from the seat and moves around towards the dancers. He walks right next to Jaichand and plays the ‘dholak’ in front of him.
Chand continues his song of "shure veertha".
Prithvi meanwhile rushes behind Jaichand, he looks at him. Prithvi secretly looks for a place to hide and runs back to the seat where Chand is sitting, near a pillar. Prithvi is hidden behind the pillar, he places his dholak down and removes his turban. He places it in such a fashion like he is seated there behind the pillar sitting next to Chand.
Chand sings, “wo hai Prithviraj Chauhan, wo hai Prithviraj Chauhan”.
Jaichand gets doubtful as he is not able to see Kanhaiya properly.
Prithvi moves out of the court and starts his duty to search for Sanyogita. Prithvi runs into the hallway to search. Prithvi ducks to hide from some approaching guards. Prithvi tries to walk away but knocks down a vase of flowers. The two guards are alerted they run down the hallway. Prithvi quickly hides behind a column. The guards realize there is nobody there, they decide the vase must have fallen on its own. They arrange it back and say, lets go, they go elsewhere. Prithvi watches them leave and is free to look for Sanyogita again.
Jaichand is listening to the poetry of Chand, and watching the dancers all this time. His attention is diverted to the turban again how can Kanhaiya sit quietly there for so long without moving at all? I cannot even see him properly, I cannot see him clearly at all, Jaichand is suspicious.
Prithvi wanders around the palace checking room to room, he peeks through the door of the “Puja” room, where the Shiva idol is kept. Prithvi checks nobody there outside and closes the door from inside the room. He walks inside and sees Sanyogita’s Mother, she prays, “hai Bagwan” protect of my baby, she cannot live with out Prithviraj. Just please send him here, God. Save my baby, mother continues to pray.
Prithvi is behind her and says to her, God has listened to you. He walks over to Sanyogita’s mother and faces her. Prithvi starts to remove his moustache.
She recognizes, Prithvi? Mother is overwhelmed by his presence, he came so quick!
Prithvi bows down and falls on her legs.
Mother blesses him, let God give you all the happiness.
She orders Prithvi to go quickly otherwise if you don't meet Sanyo today she may take any drastic decision.
Prithvi puts his hand on her shoulder and assures her not to worry. I have come and will never allow anything to happen to Sanyogita. Where is she?
Mother reminiscences the previous time when she had a discussion about her destiny. Mother remembers how Sanyo said she could not let her life be left alone to destiny just like that! I am Prithvi’s and destined to become only his! Mother is shocked as she remembers her words.
Chand continues to recite poetry in the court the dancers dance. Jaichand’s attention is still on Kanhaiya. On the other hand Mother explains to Prithvi all the details.
Jaichand cannot take it anymore he is suspicious about Kanhaiya and gets up from his throne. He doesn’t believe he’s there anymore. Jaichand walks forward to where Chand is sitting. He says Wa! Wa!
By the time Prithvi has returned he comes fast to Chand’s side where he kept the turban. Kanhaiya comments look Guruji, he is so happy with the poetry that Maharaj has come himself to award you! Prithvi tells Chand, see that. Maharaj has come himself.
Jaichand smiles and removes his chain from his neck and gives it to Chand.
Thank-you Maharaj, Chand bows his head to Jaichand in respect.
Jaichand walks away irritated because he could not catch Kanhaiya and sits in his throne.
Prithvi whispers in Chand’s ears I found out where Sanyo is.
Chand and Prithvi walk back to their room.
By the time Karnataki walks over to Chand, Prannam Kaviraj.
Karnatiki how are you?
I am well, but how is Maharaj Prithviraj? I haven’t seen him for a long time.
Chand replies he is fine.
Karnatiki eyes Kannaiya and sees his garments and royal necklace, she realizes it is Maharaj, and pulls her veil down in respect.
Chand quickly says sh......... And shakes his head (he wants her to keep quiet). Chand tells we must go now.
Karnatiki removes her veil.
Jaichand is eyeing the 3, he gets up from the seat and tells them to stop, he walks over to Chand, Kanhaiya and Karnataki.
Jaichand is angry he asks Karnatiki why did you pull your veil down in front of the assistant like that? A dancer is only supposed to do that to the Maharaj?
Karnatiki asks for Jaichand's forgiveness, before you, I use to be in Prithviraj's court. So for me his best friend kaviraj Chand Bardai is just like Maharaj Prithviraj Chauhan. So in all due respect it was appropriate for me to do so.
Jaichand eyes all 3 and tells them to rest now.
"Shukriya Maharaj" Chand is greatful to Jaichand.
Jaichand leaves the court and goes to his quarters, he is angry.
His 3 spies come to his side. They ask what is it Maharaj you look upset?
My intuition tells me there is a problem. I am sure Chand Bardai and his assistant Kanhaiya are on some special mission. Prithvi has sent them here on a pretext to do something.
One spy replies, Maharaj we have been watching them continuously. In the court they both were in front of your eyes, they did not even move for a second out of the room. I don’t see any problem about him. So why do you…
Jaichand interrupts, because the assistant Kanhaiya is Prithviraj Chauhan!
One spy asks Jaichand why do you not get him and lock him up immediately. That will explain whether he is Kanhaiya or Prithvi.
No! Jaichand says we have to first prove our suspicions. I can’t order that because we need to verify it for sure. If otherwise he turns out to be really an assistant? The result will not be good for Rajkumari Sanyogita’s swayamwar.
What are you saying Maharaj?
Enough we must spend sometime with him. We have to keep him occupied in a discussion so if he is Prithviraj he will react angrily and himself reveal his disguise! Then only his corpse will leave here. Prithviraj Chauhan!
Shankar adivasi performs the last rites of his son Angara. He sits with the brahmin by the HOM, Om Reem Kleem Chamundaya Viche Swaha.
Om Reem Kleem Chamundaya Viche Swaha Om Reem Kleem Chamundaya Viche Swaha. The Brahmin puts ghee into the fire.
Shankar advasi remembers his son's last words, about revenge upon Prithvi and the message he has to give to Jaichand.
The Brahman completes the rites, he tells him you can go anywhere you want to sardar.
First I will go the Kannauj, to meet Maharaj Jaichand he says.
Chand and Prithvi go back to their room and close the door. Chand is worried, looks like Jaichand is suspicious on us.
Yes, I think so too, says Prithvi.
Before he locks us up in the dungeon, we better leave here immediately.
Yes we must leave, but not because of fear of Jaichand, but because I have found out about Sanyo and where she is being held. I cannot be separated anymore from her.
Yes, then we must hurry "bhabi" will be in the same condition.
They both start to pack their things, but if we leave suddenly, Jaichand will get more suspicious. Then it will be even more difficult to get Rajkumari Sanyogita and leave here, tells Chand.
Don't worry Chand even if the storm comes I will get Sanyogita out of Kannauj. You go and tell Jaichand in the “darbar” that you got Prithvi’s message and you have to leave immediately for Dhilli.
Chand goes to leave the room, he opens the door, to his surprise Jaichand is waiting at the door.
How are you Kaviraj? Jaichand eyes them both.
Prithvi is startled and looks at him too.
Jaichand looks at their bag.
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Episode on Sunday, September 21, 2008
I am the Rajkavi Chand Bardai and come here to witness and write about the grand swayamwar he tells the guard at the gate of the palace in Kannauj. I will write with my quill the entire story and tell the world.
Jaichand is inspecting the palace and checking the tall marble statues. The sculptor is by his side and tells him that the statues will be placed near every pillar in the palace, so that all the guests can see and wonder.
Jaichand is still not impressed, he says I don't need it. What I need is only one statue, a statue of Prithviraj Chauhan.
Sorry Maharaj, I don't understand why you would want to keep a statue of your own enemy around?
I want Prithvi’s likeness sculptured with hands drawn forward in a begging position to place at the gate of entry of the palace so all can see, so that his character will be disgraced.
The sculptor is impressed, what an idea! He compliments Jaichand.
Maharaj Ki Jai ho! The guard calls Jaichand to inform, Rajkavi Chand Bardai has come to attend the swayamwar!
Jaichand is surprised, he knows that he will not come without a reason. This must be one of Prithviraj's tricks! Don't let him come! Tell him not to come at all, he orders the guard.
The guard does not think it’s the appropriate thing to do. He warns his King, but he is Rajkavi and such people have to be welcomed. It’s a tradition, we have to let him come, otherwise all the guests, Rajas and Maharajas will find out and not be pleased by our conduct.
Jaichand has no choice he has to say okay, let him enter. It must be another trick of Prithvi's otherwise why would he come here in the first place?
It is night, Sanyo sits down in a corner of the room. She says time is nearing for me. I get closer and closer to the day of the swayamwar. I wonder how I can retain this night to avoid the next? Sanyo remembers the past with Prithvi.
Jaichand enters the room, Rajkumari Sanyogita? He calls and sits by her side on the bed. He tries to make an understanding between them, daughter I know you see me negatively but parents always try to see what’s best for their children. Now just see what I have brought you for the swayamwar. Just forget about the other arrangements I have made, but instead see your bracelets and designer jewelry specially made for this ceremony.
Sanyo gives her answer she is not interested in seeing the ornaments, she says I have no value for these items.
Jaichand is annoyed and cannot take it anymore, enough! It’s just too much! Think what you want makes no difference to me, you just get ready for the swayamwar! Take all the goods away. Jaichand orders the guards to keep a strict eye on Sanyogita at all times. He shrugs his shoulders and leaves the room.
Roopali returns to Sanyo’s side, and sits next to her. Roopali notices something in Sanyo's hand, it is a ring with many diamonds in it. She asks her where did you get that.
Sanyo says she will remove the diamonds and end her life with it.
How did you get this in the first place, Roopali grabs it from her grasp and takes it away before Sanyo can react?
Sanyo tries to get it back but no use, stop Roopali, she shouts.
Roopali leaves the room quickly before she can do anything.
Sanyo is left alone helpless, it doesn't matter. I will commit suicide under any condition.
Prithvi and Chand enter the palace and walk in the hallway, they both smile. Announcement made to Jaichand, Maharaj, Rajkavi Chand Bardai has come. Both of them walk on the red carpet. Chand comes closer to Jaichand. Jaichand looks straight at him as they both approach. Chand is polite and says, on behalf of Prithviraj Chauhan "prannam sweekar hai".
Come, come Jaichand welcomes Chand. How is it that you come here he asks?
I came to give "badai" on Prithviraj's behalf.
Yes, that’s good since you have come you must attend the swayamwar too. Then you can describe the whole ceremony to him, he will enjoy it!
Chand acts as if he agrees, why not? I will describe to him in such a fashion, that it would be like he was present himself right in front. Don't you feel that my presence here is equal to his presence also? Chand questions Jaichand. Chand puts on a good drama before him.
Jaichand orders that Rajkavi Chand Bardai be taken with respect to the guest house. Jaichand quickly looks at the man accompanying Chand and says, but wait who is this with you?
Prithvi doesn't have any answer ready, he quickly tries to respond uh....uh.. I am Kannaiya, Rajkavi's personal helper/assistant.
Jaichand tells Rajkavi you must rest now but after you have to recite poems here to all the guests and “dil baila-o”.
Yes, of course, why not.
Your Maharaj must be making you do the same all day? Prithvi must like poetry a lot?
No, he is more interested in martial arts Maharaj, Chand responds. Chand takes his leave and goes to the pavilion to join the other guests.
Jaichand gets up from his seat.
At the Yamuna Kinara palace, Sanyo is still after Roopali. You need to give me back the ring, Sanyogita makes her demand to her.
No!
Then will I have to find another alternative?
No!
Then what do you want me to do? Go ahead and perform the swayamwar and marry whomever Maharaj tells me to?
God will find a way out, Roopali assures her.
No! How? There are only 5 days left, what will I do in 5 days?
5 days are plenty and anything can happen in that time period. Just pray to God. Trust God and leave it to him, Roopali gives her good advice.
Chand and Prithvi wander around the palace in efforts to find Sanyo. Prithvi is carrying all the writing material, the load is very heavy. Chand apologizes to Prithvi, I have to make you lift all the goods everywhere.
Its okay I don't mind, I will do anything for Sanyo.
Then how we will find her, Chand questions Prithvi, they don't have clue where she might be.
Prithvi advises Chand to recite his poetry and keep everybody occupied with it, "dil baila-o". I will find out where Sanyogita is soon.
Jaichand has his suspicions, I cannot trust them both, he orders his guards to keep a constant check on them. I need to know each and every move they make, and every word that they utter. Especially that Kannaiya he looks suspicious. Just keep a special eye and spy on Kannaiya! Go!
Jaichand's guards tell Jaichand, you seem to be extra worried for no reason about that Kannaiya, he looks so innocent. He is just an ordinary servant that’s all.
No! He looks intimidating, he looks like he is on a special mission, he looks more like the master then the assistant.
They obey Jaichand, yes Maharaj!
Prithviraj! I know that you will go to any extreme and search from earth to sky just to find Sanyo! I will not allow you to get her at all!
Chand is worried about their presence at the palace. He asks Prithvi, what if Jaichand sees us and has doubt on you while we search for her? Just don’t worry keep everybody involved in your poetry and art so he doesn't pay attention to anything else "uska dil baila-o", and leave the rest to me.
Okay Prithvi. Chand notices that Prithvi is smiling, he tells him that he is happy to see him happy after a long time.
Sanyo is restless in her room, she walks back and forth. She is impatient as the days of her swayamwar draw closer. The servants bring in her food, they request her to eat it. We have been ordered to look after you till the swayamwar.
Sanyo is furious, she takes the tray of food and throws it on the floor. Look I don't want it! Tell Maharaj! The servants clean the mess and leave.
Roopali enters the room and reminds her that there are only 4 days left.
I want to commit suicide.
Roopali wants to give hope to Sanyo and changes the subject, she informs her that Chand Bardai has come for the swayamwar.
Yes? Is Prithvi there too? Sanyo is hopeful he has come too.
No, only Chand Bardai has come but he is accompanied by an assistant. She sees she has become upset again. Don't be so upset, don't worry, he must have a plan set. Prithvi won't just keep quiet like that he will definitely take action.
It better be so, I just cannot do this swayamwar at all. Sanyo gives Roopali a hug, she slips her hand into Roopali's gagra/dress-skirt where her draw string pouch/bag has been tucked in. Sanyo carefully removes the pouch without her noticing it. The pouch contains the diamond ring, Sanyo conceals it in her fist.
I cannot wait anymore if the swayamwar isn't stopped, I will stop the swayamwar with my death. Sanyo murmurs to herself.
Jaichand is inspecting the palace and checking the tall marble statues. The sculptor is by his side and tells him that the statues will be placed near every pillar in the palace, so that all the guests can see and wonder.
Jaichand is still not impressed, he says I don't need it. What I need is only one statue, a statue of Prithviraj Chauhan.
Sorry Maharaj, I don't understand why you would want to keep a statue of your own enemy around?
I want Prithvi’s likeness sculptured with hands drawn forward in a begging position to place at the gate of entry of the palace so all can see, so that his character will be disgraced.
The sculptor is impressed, what an idea! He compliments Jaichand.
Maharaj Ki Jai ho! The guard calls Jaichand to inform, Rajkavi Chand Bardai has come to attend the swayamwar!
Jaichand is surprised, he knows that he will not come without a reason. This must be one of Prithviraj's tricks! Don't let him come! Tell him not to come at all, he orders the guard.
The guard does not think it’s the appropriate thing to do. He warns his King, but he is Rajkavi and such people have to be welcomed. It’s a tradition, we have to let him come, otherwise all the guests, Rajas and Maharajas will find out and not be pleased by our conduct.
Jaichand has no choice he has to say okay, let him enter. It must be another trick of Prithvi's otherwise why would he come here in the first place?
It is night, Sanyo sits down in a corner of the room. She says time is nearing for me. I get closer and closer to the day of the swayamwar. I wonder how I can retain this night to avoid the next? Sanyo remembers the past with Prithvi.
Jaichand enters the room, Rajkumari Sanyogita? He calls and sits by her side on the bed. He tries to make an understanding between them, daughter I know you see me negatively but parents always try to see what’s best for their children. Now just see what I have brought you for the swayamwar. Just forget about the other arrangements I have made, but instead see your bracelets and designer jewelry specially made for this ceremony.
Sanyo gives her answer she is not interested in seeing the ornaments, she says I have no value for these items.
Jaichand is annoyed and cannot take it anymore, enough! It’s just too much! Think what you want makes no difference to me, you just get ready for the swayamwar! Take all the goods away. Jaichand orders the guards to keep a strict eye on Sanyogita at all times. He shrugs his shoulders and leaves the room.
Roopali returns to Sanyo’s side, and sits next to her. Roopali notices something in Sanyo's hand, it is a ring with many diamonds in it. She asks her where did you get that.
Sanyo says she will remove the diamonds and end her life with it.
How did you get this in the first place, Roopali grabs it from her grasp and takes it away before Sanyo can react?
Sanyo tries to get it back but no use, stop Roopali, she shouts.
Roopali leaves the room quickly before she can do anything.
Sanyo is left alone helpless, it doesn't matter. I will commit suicide under any condition.
Prithvi and Chand enter the palace and walk in the hallway, they both smile. Announcement made to Jaichand, Maharaj, Rajkavi Chand Bardai has come. Both of them walk on the red carpet. Chand comes closer to Jaichand. Jaichand looks straight at him as they both approach. Chand is polite and says, on behalf of Prithviraj Chauhan "prannam sweekar hai".
Come, come Jaichand welcomes Chand. How is it that you come here he asks?
I came to give "badai" on Prithviraj's behalf.
Yes, that’s good since you have come you must attend the swayamwar too. Then you can describe the whole ceremony to him, he will enjoy it!
Chand acts as if he agrees, why not? I will describe to him in such a fashion, that it would be like he was present himself right in front. Don't you feel that my presence here is equal to his presence also? Chand questions Jaichand. Chand puts on a good drama before him.
Jaichand orders that Rajkavi Chand Bardai be taken with respect to the guest house. Jaichand quickly looks at the man accompanying Chand and says, but wait who is this with you?
Prithvi doesn't have any answer ready, he quickly tries to respond uh....uh.. I am Kannaiya, Rajkavi's personal helper/assistant.
Jaichand tells Rajkavi you must rest now but after you have to recite poems here to all the guests and “dil baila-o”.
Yes, of course, why not.
Your Maharaj must be making you do the same all day? Prithvi must like poetry a lot?
No, he is more interested in martial arts Maharaj, Chand responds. Chand takes his leave and goes to the pavilion to join the other guests.
Jaichand gets up from his seat.
At the Yamuna Kinara palace, Sanyo is still after Roopali. You need to give me back the ring, Sanyogita makes her demand to her.
No!
Then will I have to find another alternative?
No!
Then what do you want me to do? Go ahead and perform the swayamwar and marry whomever Maharaj tells me to?
God will find a way out, Roopali assures her.
No! How? There are only 5 days left, what will I do in 5 days?
5 days are plenty and anything can happen in that time period. Just pray to God. Trust God and leave it to him, Roopali gives her good advice.
Chand and Prithvi wander around the palace in efforts to find Sanyo. Prithvi is carrying all the writing material, the load is very heavy. Chand apologizes to Prithvi, I have to make you lift all the goods everywhere.
Its okay I don't mind, I will do anything for Sanyo.
Then how we will find her, Chand questions Prithvi, they don't have clue where she might be.
Prithvi advises Chand to recite his poetry and keep everybody occupied with it, "dil baila-o". I will find out where Sanyogita is soon.
Jaichand has his suspicions, I cannot trust them both, he orders his guards to keep a constant check on them. I need to know each and every move they make, and every word that they utter. Especially that Kannaiya he looks suspicious. Just keep a special eye and spy on Kannaiya! Go!
Jaichand's guards tell Jaichand, you seem to be extra worried for no reason about that Kannaiya, he looks so innocent. He is just an ordinary servant that’s all.
No! He looks intimidating, he looks like he is on a special mission, he looks more like the master then the assistant.
They obey Jaichand, yes Maharaj!
Prithviraj! I know that you will go to any extreme and search from earth to sky just to find Sanyo! I will not allow you to get her at all!
Chand is worried about their presence at the palace. He asks Prithvi, what if Jaichand sees us and has doubt on you while we search for her? Just don’t worry keep everybody involved in your poetry and art so he doesn't pay attention to anything else "uska dil baila-o", and leave the rest to me.
Okay Prithvi. Chand notices that Prithvi is smiling, he tells him that he is happy to see him happy after a long time.
Sanyo is restless in her room, she walks back and forth. She is impatient as the days of her swayamwar draw closer. The servants bring in her food, they request her to eat it. We have been ordered to look after you till the swayamwar.
Sanyo is furious, she takes the tray of food and throws it on the floor. Look I don't want it! Tell Maharaj! The servants clean the mess and leave.
Roopali enters the room and reminds her that there are only 4 days left.
I want to commit suicide.
Roopali wants to give hope to Sanyo and changes the subject, she informs her that Chand Bardai has come for the swayamwar.
Yes? Is Prithvi there too? Sanyo is hopeful he has come too.
No, only Chand Bardai has come but he is accompanied by an assistant. She sees she has become upset again. Don't be so upset, don't worry, he must have a plan set. Prithvi won't just keep quiet like that he will definitely take action.
It better be so, I just cannot do this swayamwar at all. Sanyo gives Roopali a hug, she slips her hand into Roopali's gagra/dress-skirt where her draw string pouch/bag has been tucked in. Sanyo carefully removes the pouch without her noticing it. The pouch contains the diamond ring, Sanyo conceals it in her fist.
I cannot wait anymore if the swayamwar isn't stopped, I will stop the swayamwar with my death. Sanyo murmurs to herself.
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