Krishna and Rukmini's Elopement from Her Wedding
OriginHindu Mythology
Rukmini, the princess of Vidarbha, was deeply in love with Krishna and sent him a secret message pleading for him to rescue her from an unwanted marriage to Shishupala. On her wedding day, Krishna arrived at the temple of the goddess Ambika and daringly carried her away on his chariot. Despite being pursued by her brother Rukmi and a host of rival kings, Krishna successfully brought Rukmini...