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Crowds Enthralled as Ramleela in Mohali Staged Bali’s Death and Sugreev’s Coronation
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 19 Oct 2026, 02:36 AM
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A Ramleela performance in Mohali depicted the slaying of Bali and the coronation of Sugreev, drawing enthusiastic reactions from the audience.
The city of Mohali recently hosted a traditional Ramleela that included the dramatic episode of Bali’s death followed by Sugreev’s coronation. The stage setting recreated the forest backdrop of the epic, allowing spectators to witness the pivotal moments of the Ramayana narrative.
The portrayal of Bali’s defeat was followed by a ceremonial crowning of Sugreev, which elicited audible applause and cheers from the gathered crowd. Viewers expressed visible excitement as the actors enacted the transition of power, a scene cherished in the epic’s lore.
Such performances are a staple of cultural celebrations in Punjab, where the Ramayana’s stories are regularly staged during festive periods. The recent show reinforced the community’s continued interest in preserving these mythological traditions through live drama.
The portrayal of Bali’s defeat was followed by a ceremonial crowning of Sugreev, which elicited audible applause and cheers from the gathered crowd. Viewers expressed visible excitement as the actors enacted the transition of power, a scene cherished in the epic’s lore.
Such performances are a staple of cultural celebrations in Punjab, where the Ramayana’s stories are regularly staged during festive periods. The recent show reinforced the community’s continued interest in preserving these mythological traditions through live drama.