Thinking Activity : T.P Kailasama's The Cure or Karna

T.P. KAILASAMA'S THE CURSE OR KARNA Hello, readers! In this blog, I’ll be reflecting on the questions assigned by Megha Ma’am, focusing on T.P. Kailasam’s The Karna or Curse. Through this exploration, I’ll dive into the play’s themes, characters, and its core message, shedding light on how Kailasam reinterprets the iconic figure of Karna from the Mahabharata. Join me as I unpack the essence of the story and tackle the key questions posed in our discussion. Introduction : T.P.Kailasam T.P. Kailasam was a pioneering figure in modern Indian theatre, often referred to as the “Father of Modern Kannada Theatre.” Born in 1884, he was a multifaceted personality—a playwright, poet, humorist, and social reformer. Kailasam is renowned for his unconventional and bold reimaginings of Indian epics and myths, particularly from the Mahabharata and Ramayana. His works often highlighted the human and psychologica...