Aranya Kand · Episode 1
The Demoness Spurned
Ravana's sister desires Rama, is turned away by both brothers, and leaves disfigured — carrying a grudge straight to Lanka.
Characters and themes in this episode
Questions to explore
- Was Lakshmana's disfigurement of Shurpanakha just?
- How does one spurned advance set the whole tragedy in motion?
