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4 November 2025

PRAHLAD, the son of HIRANYAKASHYAPU, performs during the eighth day of the Kartik Naach at Kartik Dabali, Patan Durbar Square, in Patan, Nepal, on November 3, which extends into November 4. The drama retells the legend in which HIRANYAKASHYAPU becomes a tyrant after receiving Brahma’s boon. Despite his father’s attempts to kill him, PRAHLAD grows up as a devout follower of Lord Vishnu. His performance depicts unwavering faith and moral courage, highlighting the triumph of devotion against tyranny before NARSINGH intervenes.

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#12945895

4 November 2025

Musicians perform during the eighth day of the Kartik Naach at Kartik Dabali, Patan Durbar Square, in Patan, Nepal, on November 3, which extends into November 4. The drama retells the legend in which, after the loss of his brother Hiranyaksha, Hiranyakashyapu vows revenge on Lord Vishnu. Empowered by a boon from Brahma that he cannot be killed by man or animal, during day or night, on earth or in heaven, or by any weapon, he becomes a tyrant and forbids the worship of Vishnu. Bishnu Gaan's synchronized movements and chants symbolize divine presence and protection, celebrating the faithful Prahlad before Narsingh emerges, highlighting the triumph of good over evil.

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#12945899

4 November 2025

Performers dressed as BISHNU GAAN (celestial attendants of Lord Vishnu) perform during the eighth day of the Kartik Naach at Kartik Dabali, Patan Durbar Square, in Patan, Nepal, on November 3, which extends into November 4. The drama retells the legend in which, after the loss of his brother HIRANYAKSHA, HIRANYAKASHYAPU vows revenge on Lord Vishnu. Empowered by a boon from Brahma that he cannot be killed by man or animal, during day or night, on earth or in heaven, or by any weapon, he becomes a tyrant and forbids the worship of Vishnu. BISHNU GAAN’s synchronized movements and chants symbolize divine presence and protection, celebrating the faithful PRAHLAD before NARSINGH emerges, highlighting the triumph of good over evil.

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#12945922

4 November 2025

NARSINGH touches and kills HIRANYAKASHYAPU during the eighth day of the Kartik Naach at Kartik Dabali, Patan Durbar Square, in Patan, Nepal, on November 3, which extends into November 4. Lord Vishnu, in his half-man, half-lion form, emerges from the pillar at twilight to protect his devotee PRAHLAD. Using his divine strength and claws, NARSINGH strikes down the tyrant king, fulfilling Brahma’s boon while restoring dharma. The scene symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and forms the climax of the ten-day traditional dance-drama dating back to the 17th-century Malla period.

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18 October 2025

A participant holds a sign and takes a selfie during the No Tyrants Toronto mass protest event, in conjunction with the U.S. No Kings protests against President Donald Trump, in downtown Toronto, Canada, on October 18, 2025.

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18 October 2025

An organizer adjusts a pole with an American flag during the No Tyrants Toronto mass protest event, in conjunction with the U.S. No Kings protests against President Donald Trump, in downtown Toronto, Canada, on October 18, 2025.

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#12877872

18 October 2025

A participant holds a sign and takes a selfie during the No Tyrants Toronto mass protest event, in conjunction with the U.S. No Kings protests against President Donald Trump, in downtown Toronto, Canada, on October 18, 2025.

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18 October 2025

Participants wear costumes during the No Tyrants Toronto mass protest event, in conjunction with the U.S. No Kings protests against President Donald Trump, in downtown Toronto, Canada, on October 18, 2025.

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18 October 2025

A participant wears a costume and holds a sign during the No Tyrants Toronto mass protest event, in conjunction with the U.S. No Kings protests against President Donald Trump, in downtown Toronto, Canada, on October 18, 2025.

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18 October 2025

A participant holds a sign during the No Tyrants Toronto mass protest event, in conjunction with the U.S. No Kings protests against President Donald Trump, in downtown Toronto, Canada, on October 18, 2025.

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18 October 2025

An organizer wears a costume hat during the No Tyrants Toronto mass protest event, in conjunction with the U.S. No Kings protests against President Donald Trump, in downtown Toronto, Canada, on October 18, 2025.

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18 October 2025

A participant wears a costume during the No Tyrants Toronto mass protest event, in conjunction with the U.S. No Kings protests against President Donald Trump, in downtown Toronto, Canada, on October 18, 2025.

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18 October 2025

A participant wears a costume mask and reads a handout during the No Tyrants Toronto mass protest event, in conjunction with the U.S. No Kings protests against President Donald Trump, in downtown Toronto, Canada, on October 18, 2025.

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18 October 2025

A participant wears a costume mask during the No Tyrants Toronto mass protest event, in conjunction with the U.S. No Kings protests against President Donald Trump, in downtown Toronto, Canada, on October 18, 2025.

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18 October 2025

A participant wears a costume and holds a sign during the No Tyrants Toronto mass protest event, in conjunction with the U.S. No Kings protests against President Donald Trump, in downtown Toronto, Canada, on October 18, 2025.

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18 October 2025

A participant is interviewed during the No Tyrants Toronto mass protest event, in conjunction with the U.S. No Kings protests against President Donald Trump, in downtown Toronto, Canada, on October 18, 2025.

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