Viranjali brings pride

Viranjali

Dedicated to India’s freedom fighters

Sairam Dave’s love for the nation found its expression in Viranjali, a multimedia production dedicated to India’s freedom fighters. Conceived, written and narrated by Sairam Dave, the production brings together folk storytelling, poetry, music, drama and visual effects to recount the lives of the men and women whose sacrifices shaped India’s freedom.

Supported by the Government of Gujarat, Viranjali travelled across twelve districts and reached more than seven lakh people. What began as a Daayra later evolved into a large-scale multimedia production, allowing these stories to reach newer audiences in a more immersive format. Viranjali has continued to be presented as a tribute to India’s revolutionaries, ensuring that their courage and sacrifice remain alive in public memory.

Viranjali 1.0

Where patriotism met performance for the very
first time

Viranjali began its journey with Version 1.0, a grand stage experiment that blended poetry, music, theatre, and visuals to pay homage to India’s freedom fighters. With Sairam Dave’s words forming the soul of the concept and the support of more than a hundred performers, the production recreated the fire of the independence movement for today’s generation. Traveling across Gujarat and reaching lakhs of viewers both live and online, this first chapter of Viranjali proved that art can become a powerful medium to awaken pride and gratitude for the nation.

Viranjali 1.5

A deeper, more emotional journey into sacrifice

After the resounding success of the first edition, Viranjali 1.5 took the narrative one step further. This version wove together intense storytelling, dramatic character portrayals, folk melodies, and dance sequences to highlight not just history, but the emotions of the heroes who laid down their lives. From fearless revolutionaries to unsung women warriors, their courage was brought alive on stage with stirring performances, immersive music, and high-energy choreography. Viranjali 1.5 touched audiences at a more personal level—making them feel the weight of every sacrifice made for freedom.

Viranjali 2.0

Honouring the forgotten
heroes of India’s freedom struggle

The most recent chapter, Viranjali 2.0, expanded its vision to include freedom fighters whose names often remain hidden in history books. Alongside legends like Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev, the show introduced audiences to many regional and lesser-known revolutionaries who fought with equal courage. With the scale growing bigger—hundreds of artists, larger-than-life stagecraft, original poetry, and live music—this edition became a true cultural celebration of patriotism. Witnessed by tens of thousands in person and many more digitally, Viranjali 2.0 not only entertained but also educated and inspired a renewed sense of national pride.