Kailasa Nathan what is also known as Kailasanathan is the Malayalam version of Devon Ke Dev. Mahadev, the Hindi mythological series which telecast on Asianet. The show which did very well with Malayalam audience featured great story lines and superb performances. The show which tells the life of Lord Shiva and his many avatars also delves into the deep philosophies associated with him.

Main Cast

Mohit Raina as Lord Shiva

Mohit Raina’s portrayal of Lord Shiva is one of the best in Indian TV. He did a great job at bringing out the subtleties in his acting which at the same time did not sacrifice the power which the character required. This made the god relatable to the audience in a very human way. Also, his dedication to the role got him praise from all quarters and he won over huge fans.

Mouni Roy as Sati

Mouni Roy played the role of Sati, Shiva’s first wife. Her acting did justice in bringing out Sati’s dedication, forcefulness, and ultimate sacrifice which in turn added depth to the plot. Also, the chemistry between Roy and Raina was brought forward which did great for the show’s popularity.

Sonarika Bhadoria as Parvati

After the death of Sati, Sonarika Bhadoria took up the role of Parvati, Shiva’s second wife and Sati’s reincarnation. Her performance put across Parvati’s determination and religious strength which in turn made her a favorite with the audience.

Saurabh Raj Jain as Lord Vishnu

Saurabh Raj Jain portrayed Lord Vishnu which also brought out his refined and wise character. He also did Shiva which in turn added depth to the story we see the balance and unity between the gods.

Pankaj Dheer as King Himavan and Shilpa Tulaskar as Queen Mainavati.

Pankaj Dheer and Shilpa Tulaskar played the parents of Parvati, King Himavan and Queen Mainav. Through their performances the royal family’s dynamics were brought out which included their disapproval of Parvati’s marriage to Shiva.

Supporting Cast

The stage was set with a great ensemble of actors who brought to life various mythological characters:

Rushiraj Pawar as Kartikeya: Portraying the valorous son of Shiva and Parvati.

Darshan Gurjar as Young Kartikeya: Presenting the early years of the deity.

Salina Prakash as Saraswati: Representing the goddess of knowledge and arts.

Each performer put in a great deal to the story which in turn made for a very engaging and immersive experience.

Crew Behind the Scenes

Directors

At the helm of the Hindi version were Nikhil Sinha, Ismail Umarr Khan, Manish Singh, Govind Agrawal, and Satish Bhargav. They put together a great mix of story telling, visual effects, and character development.

Production and Adaptation

Triangle Film Company produced that series. We did do some dubbing and adaptation for the Malayalam audience which made the show more cultural and linguistic relevant to them. Also we made it very authentic.

Music and Visual Effects

In the world of the show, music played a large role in setting the tone for each scene which went from intense battle to very peaceful devotional moments. Also we saw the state of the art visual effects which took us to the magical settings of ancient myth.

Legacy and Impact

Kailasa Nathan left a mark on Malayalam television. We present his take on age old stories through a lens of current aesthetic sensibilities which in turn straddled age groups, made mythology accessible and of interest to our youth today. Also as a result of the success of the series’ run we saw the doors open to other regional versions of mythological series which in turn is a proof of the evergreen appeal these stories have.