dim., 22 mars 1987
Shiv Dhanus was broken by prince Rama when he attempted to string the bow, during the swayamvara of Sita, thereby winning the princess's hand in marriage. After the marriage when his father Dasharatha was returning to Ayodhya with Rama, Parashurama obstructed their path and challenged Rama for breaking his guru Shiva's bow.
dim., 29 mars 1987
King Janak sends word to Ayodhya to inform King Dasharath of the engagement of their two children. Overjoyed, the entire Ayodhya royal family come to Mithila to prepare for the wedding. After further discussion between the two royal families, it is decided that the four princes of Ayodhya will wed the four princesses of Videha.
Les mieux cotés
dim., 28 juin 1987
News of King Dasharath's death has reached everyone, and the entire kingdom of Ayodhya is in a state of profound grief. Mandavi informs her sister Urmila that their period of separation from their husbands is about to end, as Bharat is heading to the forest to convince Ram to return.
Mandavi and Urmila want to accompany Bharat to the forest, but Bharat says that he will bring Ram and Lakshman back to the palace and refuses to let them endure the hardships of a forest life.
Accompanied by his mother, the other queens, Guru Vashistha, and a large contingent of ministers, soldiers, and citizens, Bharat sets out for Chitrakoot. His sole purpose is to apologize to Ram and bring him back to rightfully rule Ayodhya. The citizens of Ayodhya are very excited with the prospect of getting Ram back and eagerly join Bharat in his quest.
On the way to Chitrakoot, Bharat's party arrives at the kingdom of Nishadraj Guha, a dear friend of Ram. A guard informs Nishadraj of Bharat's army approaching the river Ganges. Mistakenly fearing that Bharat is bringing an army to attack Ram, Nishadraj prepares to confront him. Nishadraj fears that Bharat wants to eliminate Ram so that Ram can never return to ask for his Kingdom in the future. Nishadraj assembles his own army and vows to protect Ram from the evil intentions of Bharat. Nishadraj then orders his warriors to move ahead with the attack on Bharat's army but is interrupted by his priest.
The priest asks Nishadraj to meet Bharat and find out his intentions by talking to him. Nishadraj agrees and moves his army to the banks of the River Ganga. He asks the army to attack only upon receiving his signal.
Nishadraj, following the advice of his priest, cautiously approaches Bharat's camp. When he meets Bharat and hears his true intentions, Nishadraj realizes his mistake and is deeply moved by Bharat's sincerity. Bharat learned from Sumantra that Ram considered Nishadraj as his friend, and Bharat says that makes Nishadraj equally respectful as his brother Ram.
Nishadraj tells Bharat that Ram and Sita are living austerely, sleeping on a bed of grass. Devastated by this news, Bharat also resolves to walk the rest of the way to Chitrakoot barefoot, demonstrating his repentance and devotion to his brother.
Bharat's actions exonerate him in the eyes of the population. They all wonder collectively how a poisonous mother like Kaikeyi gave birth to a virtuous son like Bharat.
Bharat reaches the Ashram of sage Bharadwaj. Bharat seeks guidance to find his exiled brother, Ram. The sage, renowned for his wisdom, provides directions to Ram's location in Chitrakoot after being assured of Bharat's pure intentions, as he initially suspects Bharat might have malevolent plans towards Ram. Bharat, hurt by the sage's suspicion, humbly explains his deep love and loyalty to Ram, stating his only desire is to bring Ram back to Ayodhya. The meeting with Bharadwaj serves to further prove Bharata's unwavering love for Ram, clearing any lingering doubts.
Meanwhile, in the forest, when Lakshman sees Bharat's approaching army, he also becomes furious, convinced that Bharat has come to attack Ram. Ram, however, knows that Bharat loves him very much and cannot believe that Bharat would ever attack him in the forest. Lakshman vows to kill Bharat, but a voice from the sky warns Lakshman that he should not act in haste and should measure the consequences of his actions before reaching any conclusions.
Bharat arrives and surrenders himself to Ram. Ram and Bharat are about to reunite, paving the way for their reconciliation.
Accompanied by his mother, the other queens, Guru Vashistha, and a large contingent of ministers, soldiers, and citizens, Bharat sets out for Chitrakoot. His sole purpose is to apologize to Ram and bring him back to rightfully rule Ayodhya. The citizens of Ayodhya are very excited with the prospect of getting Ram back and eagerly join Bharat in his quest.
On the way to Chitrakoot, Bharat's party arrives at the kingdom of Nishadraj Guha, a dear friend of Ram. A guard informs Nishadraj of Bharat's army approaching the river Ganges. Mistakenly fearing that Bharat is bringing an army to attack Ram, Nishadraj prepares to confront him. Nishadraj fears that Bharat wants to eliminate Ram so that Ram can never return to ask for his Kingdom in the future. Nishadraj assembles his own army and vows to protect Ram from the evil intentions of Bharat. Nishadraj then orders his warriors to move ahead with the attack on Bharat's army but is interrupted by his priest.
The priest asks Nishadraj to meet Bharat and find out his intentions by talking to him. Nishadraj agrees and moves his army to the banks of the River Ganga. He asks the army to attack only upon receiving his signal.
Nishadraj, following the advice of his priest, cautiously approaches Bharat's camp. When he meets Bharat and hears his true intentions, Nishadraj realizes his mistake and is deeply moved by Bharat's sincerity. Bharat learned from Sumantra that Ram considered Nishadraj as his friend, and Bharat says that makes Nishadraj equally respectful as his brother Ram.
Nishadraj tells Bharat that Ram and Sita are living austerely, sleeping on a bed of grass. Devastated by this news, Bharat also resolves to walk the rest of the way to Chitrakoot barefoot, demonstrating his repentance and devotion to his brother.
Bharat's actions exonerate him in the eyes of the population. They all wonder collectively how a poisonous mother like Kaikeyi gave birth to a virtuous son like Bharat.
Bharat reaches the Ashram of sage Bharadwaj. Bharat seeks guidance to find his exiled brother, Ram. The sage, renowned for his wisdom, provides directions to Ram's location in Chitrakoot after being assured of Bharat's pure intentions, as he initially suspects Bharat might have malevolent plans towards Ram. Bharat, hurt by the sage's suspicion, humbly explains his deep love and loyalty to Ram, stating his only desire is to bring Ram back to Ayodhya. The meeting with Bharadwaj serves to further prove Bharata's unwavering love for Ram, clearing any lingering doubts.
Meanwhile, in the forest, when Lakshman sees Bharat's approaching army, he also becomes furious, convinced that Bharat has come to attack Ram. Ram, however, knows that Bharat loves him very much and cannot believe that Bharat would ever attack him in the forest. Lakshman vows to kill Bharat, but a voice from the sky warns Lakshman that he should not act in haste and should measure the consequences of his actions before reaching any conclusions.
Bharat arrives and surrenders himself to Ram. Ram and Bharat are about to reunite, paving the way for their reconciliation.
dim., 25 oct. 1987
Sugriv is repentant and in tears. Bali consoles him and tells him that his first and foremost duty is to help Shri Ram find his consort. Tara, Bali's wife and Angad arrive. Tara falls on the ground and clasping Bali, sets up a wall of woe. Bali appeals to Shri Ram to protect Angad. Shri Ram consoles Tara and tells Sugriv and Hanuman to perform the last rites of Bali in a befitting manner. After the cremation, Shri Ram tells Lakshman to crown Sugrive. He then turns to Sugrive and says: "Go and take up the reins of the kingdom and crown Angad as the Yuvaraj."
dim., 1 nov. 1987
After the coronation Sugriv and Angad come to Shri Ram for his blessings. Shri Ram suggests that the search for Sita should start after the monsoon. During the rains, Shri Ram broods over Sita's predicament and waits impatiently for the rains to stop. Meanwhile, in Kishkindha, sugriv and his household indulge in merry-making. After the rains are over, Shri Ram asks Lakshman to go and remind Sugriv of his promise.
dim., 8 nov. 1987
Lakshman enters Kishikindha in a fury. Angad goes and informs Hanuman who requests Tara to go and allay Lakshman's wrath. Tara is able to take away the edge of Lakshman's anger and Hanuman tells Lakshman that Sugriv has already issued orders for mobilizing the warriors. Sugriv apologizes and accompanies Lakshman to pay his respects to Shri Ram. Even as Shri Ram is talking to Sugriv, great multitudes of vanaras arrive. Sugriv issues orders to send divisions of the army to the four corners of the earth. He sends Hanuman under the leadership of Angad to the south. As Hanuman touches the feet of Shri Ram, he gives him his ring and says: "I am full of hope that you will discover Sita. This ring will tell her that you are my messenger.
dim., 15 nov. 1987
Passing through a desert, fainting with hunger and thirst, Angad and others notice a cave from which birds come out with their wings wet. They conclude that there is water inside the cave. They enter the dark cave and reach a lovely grove with water and trees laden with fruits. They find Tapasvani Swamprabha, who tells them to have their fill as they have come on a noble mission. She even transports them to the sea-side by her tapes. There they meet Sampati, the older brother of Jatayu. Sampati, though old and weak, can see things very far off and tells them that Sita is in Lanka, a hundred yojan away across the sea. "But how to cross the sea?" The vanaras are worried and then Jamubant reminds Hanuman of his forgotten strength.
Les mieux cotés
dim., 22 nov. 1987
Jambubant reminds Hanuman of his dormant strength. Hanuman's figure begins to enlarge. From Mahendra Parbat he leaps and flies over the sea. On the way, he politely refuses Mainak's offer to rest and outwits Surasa. Suddenly he feels a mighty force dragging him down. It is Singhika who opens her mouth, thereby, drawing him in. Hanuman kills her and reaches Lanka. At the main gate he confronts Lankini, the guardian Goddess of Lanka. He defeats her, enters the city and searches high and low. Finally he learns that Sita is in Ashok Vatika.
