The classic play “Bhumi”of Samagam Rang Mandal,Jabalpur received standing ovation at Darpan auditorium,Shilpgram,Udaipur on Sunday evening during monthly cultural event "Rangshala".  
Playwright Ashish Pathak has commented successfully on the modern era using background of mythological story from Vana Parva ( Mahabharat).
The story commences with childless King Prabhanjan of Kangla( now Manipur) who with the  grace of lord Shiv- Parvati is blessed with daughter(  princess Chitrangda).  Pandav Arjun (protagonist) comes on friendship visit the north east to explore help during war. Travelling through Naglok he reaches mystic land of Kangla where he encounters with beautiful young lady warrior who is princess Chitrangda. The clash between two formidable warriors brings unexpected results. Arjun, usually depicted as a valiant warrior, gracefully accepts defeat in the realm of love.
Normally love is merely the commencement of intricate relationships but when it is the alliance between two royal families, relationships become entangled in the web of political machinations. Arjun's marriage to Chitrangada takes an unexpected turn as Mahabharata's unfolding events force him to return home without her. However, in a poignant twist, Chitrangada, in anticipation of Arjuna's return, gives birth to their son, Babruvahan.
 After two decades, the mighty Arjun, in order to conquer different lands and expand kingdom sends the Horse of Ashwamedha Yagya. The horse is stopped by young and energetic son of the land, Babruvahan resulting riveting encounter between Arjun and Babhruvahan.After some time Chitrangada enters and reveals their relationship as father and son.The fight stops but gives rise to many questions which are to be answerd by the spectators.
 The play shows the universal human desire to master one's destiny. Greed for possession of land and power leads to many unhappy endings. Woman can never be misunderstood as land.
The theme touches entire human race through male female relationship. Arjun represents men and Chitrangda women while the young generation is represented by Babruvahan who has to take decision for the future generation to choose love or war.  
 It was delightful experience to watch multi talented personalities like Ashshi Pathak and Swati Dubey in action. Ashish Pathak, a quality playwright has shown his enormous talents in Music direction,set design and light operation while Swati Dubey proved her as most promising and proficient director.She also displayed her caliber in light design, costume design, make–up, and high quality actiong. As lead role of princess Chitrangda she displayed her excellence in acting, dancing, singing and martial arts.
Both could imbibe the best possible elements of art forms of states of Bharat to enrich their production.
The two martial arts like Kalaripayattu( kerala)  and Thangta( Manipur) made the play more rhythmic and action packed. Symbols were used very intelegenty to strengthen the gravity of scenes. Mime  movements combined with suggestive properties were creative and attractive too. All the actors were properly trained and delivered their roles with instinct creativity.
Vidhan Katare as Arjun and Mahaguru justified both  the charecters putting his soul. His dance movements and sword fight sequences were treat to watch.
Young actor Vandit Sethi as Babruwahan was attraticve  and energetic. Shivakar Sapre as King Prabhanjan was true to his role.
Mansi Rawat as Parvati and Uloopi displayed her enormous talent.
 Utsav Hande as Shiv and Gamba as well as Ankit Kumar a Chitravahan entertained audience with their versatile talent.  Jyotsna Kataria as Maharani, Shivanjali Gajbhiye as Vasundhara, Sakshi Gupta as Maiteyi and Sawan Sen as Lohan were very natural.
  Choras played pivotal role to enhance the impact of play.
Shivam Bavariya,Arpit Pathak,Utsav Hande,Vandit Sethi,Harshita Gupta, Utsav Hande,Ankit Kumar,Shivakar Sapre,Vandit Sethi,ArpitKhateek,Anvesha Pathak, Jyotsna Kataria,Manasi Rawat,Shiwanjali Gajbhiye,Harshaita Gupta ,Sakshi Gupta,Shivam Bawaria,Sawan Sen contributed not only in singing but also playing instruments like Pung, Drums,sticks and cymbles. I must mention that use of cymbles underlined the important dialogues.  
The authenctic costume design and make up represented Manipuri culture. Swati Dube along with Bhawana Jain and Vandna Awasthi created culture of Kangla (Now Manipur ). Shivam Bawaria, Utsav Hande and Devendra Dube executed the making of sets. Lyrics by Sanajy Upadhyaya and  poetry of Som Thakur was abley used. Thangta-Manipuri Martial forms was taught by Chingtham Ranjit Khuman and Kalaripayattu  by Gurukul Amit Sudarshan .
The production was mesmerizing  and  a real treat to theatre lovers. West Zone Cultural Centre  deserves appreciation ro such a professional performance in Rangshala.