70 -year -old actor Amresh Mahajan, who is playing the role of King Dasharatha on the Ramlila stage in Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, suddenly fell on the stage. Was this his last show, or did the death on stage become an unimaginable incident? Both the audience and the artist shocked and deeply mourned the entire city.
HeA true and painful incident took place on the Ramlila stage in Chamba, Machal Pradesh. 70 -year -old actor Amresh Mahajan, who had been acting in Ramlila in Chamba Chaugan for almost 25 years, fell on the stage playing the role of King Dasharatha. He was immediately rushed to the hospital, but doctors declared him dead. Amresh Mahajan was famous for the roles of King Dasaratha or Ravana in the Ramayana. Despite his age, he used to practice and perform in this grand show every year. He was reportedly told the organizers that this would be his last Ramlila show. Now this cruel irony has come true.
What happened on stage?
Ramlila was staging loudly at around 8.30 pm. Amresh Mahajan, who is playing the role of King Dasharatha, was speaking his dialogues sitting on the throne. On his left, an actor was playing the role of Rishi. Suddenly, during the dialogue, Amresh Mahajan leaned to the left and his head stood on the co-star’s shoulder. Initially, the co-star did not understand anything, but soon it was found out that a serious problem had happened. The backstage team came for help after about 10 seconds. The curtain fell and was immediately rushed to the hospital, where doctors declared him dead.
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Is this accident repeating an old incident?
An actor died during the Ramlila staging last year in Shahdara, Delhi. Property dealer Sushil Kaushik, who was playing the role of Lord Rama, fell from the stage while speaking his lines. Is it an indication that acting on a grand stage like Ramlila can be risky due to age and physical pressure?
Amresh Mahajan’s contribution and final performance
Amresh Mahajan entertained the audience for decades with his art and dedication. He played the role of life on the stage and made Ramlila even more vibrant with his acting. His last show became an emotional experience for the audience and artists. Swapna Mahajan, President of Sri Ramlila Club, said: “We are all shocked by his sudden death on stage. He was a great artist of his time.”
Did we lose an era?
The death of Amresh Mahajan is a major setback not only for Ramlila lovers but also for the entire Chamba district. His love for dedication and art will always be remembered on stage. This incident reminds us how delicate and uncertain life is, and every artist’s contribution on stage is invaluable.
Is Ramlila’s stage safe?
In Shahdara, Delhi, an actor playing the role of Lord Ram on the Ramlila stage last year has died suddenly. The question arises whether there is adequate security and medical support on the stage for older artists.