First mentioned in the Natya Shastra, Abhisarika is one of the Ashta Nayikas - a personification of a woman’s moods. Traditionally, she is the one who adorns herself in anticipation of meeting her lover. She ventures out discreetly only to be met with grim forces of nature and societal norms to deter her. However, her persistence and desire win in the end.

The Abhisarikas that we portray transcend time periods. Even though an evolved society might have freed them from some obstacles, the sense of anticipation and excitement still runs deep. Bolder and unafraid, here is our take on Abhisarika, a Nayika as ageless as time