Yagyaseni Draupadi

Chapter 2

Drupad returns to the palace of Kampilya, his wife Prashati is worried about him, Drupad lost his balance. Prashati helps him to stand properly.

Prashati(Helping Drupad): "Maharaj".

Drupad: "Maharani Prashati, Drona has taken half kingdom of ours".

Drupad: "I am certain. This is the only way to restore our honor and reclaim our lost lands. I will offer everything I have, even if it means sacrificing my own life" .

Drupad addresses his advisors, who stand nearby, their faces filled with worry.

Drupad: We must find a way to defeat Drona. I am willing to offer anything, even my own life.

Drupad turns to his advisors, who nod solemnly.

Drupad: I have decided to seek the help of Sage Upyaja. He may be able to guide us.

Drupad travels to meet Sage Upyaja.

Sage Upyaja: Drupad, your quest is a noble one. But to defeat Drona, you will need a son who is destined for greatness.

Drupad: (Hopeful) Is there any way to ensure such a child is born?

Sage Upyaja: There is. You must seek the blessings of my elder brother, Yaja.

He is a powerful sage who can grant you a child of extraordinary abilities.
Drupad travels to meet Yaja.

Yaja: Drupad, I will grant you a son if you perform the Putreshti Yagna.

Drupad: (Overjoyed) I will do whatever it takes.

Drupad  returns to his advisors

Drupad turns to his advisors, who stand nearby, their faces etched with worry.

Drupad: (Addressing his advisors) Assemble the wisest brahmins and most

skilled priests. "We must begin preparations for the Putreshti Yagna immediately.

The advisors nod and disperse, their task clear.

Prashati: (Approaching Drupad again) Maharaj, please be careful. This yagna is no ordinary ritual. It carries great power and great danger.

Drupad: (Smiling reassuringly) I understand, Prashati. But I have faith that the gods will hear my prayers and grant me the son I need.

Drupad and Prashati stand together, their gazes fixed on the horizon, a silent determination burning in their hearts.

Drupad: "Rishivar can I have a daughter to?"

Yaja: (Addressing Drupad) Yes Maharaj Drupad, you will also be blessed with a daughter.

Drupad: (Touched) That is even more than I could have hoped for.

The Yagna begins.

Scene: The palace hall, during the Putreshti Yagna.

As the Yagna goes on, a radiant light fills the sky, signaling the birth of a new era. From the sacrificial fire, a figure emerges.

A young man, bathed in ethereal light, steps out of the flames. He is wearing a  tunic and dhoti and an armour, his hair long and flowing.

This BGM plays

Sage Yaja: (Addressing Drupad and Prashati) Behold, your son!

Sage Upyaja: A child of extraordinary destiny, born of the flames. He will be the reason for Drona's destruction

Drupad and Prashati are overwhelmed with joy. They have been blessed with a son who is destined for greatness.

Drupad: (Tears of joy in his eyes) He is beautiful beyond words.

Prashati: (Gazing at her son) Our prayers have been answered.

Sage Yaja: Let us name him

Dhrishtadyumna, meaning "one who has a steadfast mind."

The crowd cheers as Dhrishtadyumna is named.

The palace is filled with the sound of celebration, as the birth of a new prince is marked with joy and hope.

Scene: The palace hall, during the Putreshti Yagna.

As the Yagna reaches its climax, a radiant light fills the sky, signaling the birth of a new era. From the sacrificial fire, a figure emerges.

A young woman, bathed in et
hereal light, steps out of the flames. Her attire is a stunning blend of tradition and modernity: a sleeveless blouse, a mermaid-tail dhoti, and a dupatta draped gracefully around her right hand side  shoulder and and another Dupatta pinned at her  elbow. Her hair, long and flowing, cascades down her back.
The king and queen, their faces filled with awe, watch as the woman emerges from the flames. She is adorned with exquisite jewelry, including a headpiece and a waist belt that rests just above her bellybutton. Above  her belly button, a small painting of a fire glows brightly, symbolizing her fiery birth.

This BGM plays at that time.

Sage Yaja: (Addressing Drupad and Prashati) "Behold, your daughter!"

Sage Upyaja: A child of extraordinary destiny, born of the flames she will be the reason for the destruction of Kauravas and the arrogant kings.

Drupad and Prashati are overwhelmed with joy. They have been blessed with a daughter who is destined for greatness.

Drupad: (Tears of joy in his eyes) "She is beautiful beyond words".

Prashati: (Gazing at her daughter) "Our prayers have been answered".

Sage Yaja: Let us name her Draupadi, meaning "one who shines like the morning star."

The crowd cheers as Draupadi is named. The palace is filled with the sound of celebration, as the birth of a new princess is marked with joy and hope.

That is for now.