Krishna's defense against Putana, Kamadeva's sacrifice for Shiva, Vishnu defeating Hiranyakashipu, and the gopis' devotion to Krishna during Holi. These stories emphasize love, joy, unity ...

(Gopis). Raslila has also been a popular theme for other Indian classical dances. Krishna Janmashtami is an annual Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna. The festival is ...