Raj Comics’ ‘Nagayan’ series is not just a story, but a modern epic of the Indian comics world. Featuring Sanjay Gupta’s vision and Anupam Sinha’s writing and art, the series combines the great plot of the ‘Ramayana’ with the world of the future, science (science fiction), and superhero fantasy. ‘Selection Scandal (Varan Kand)’ and ‘Eclipse Scandal (Grahan Kand)’, and now the third part of the series, ‘Abduction Scandal(Haran Kand)’, appears before the readers. As the name suggests, this part is reminiscent of the ‘Aranya Kand’ of the Ramayana, where Mother Sita was abducted, but the circumstances, techniques, and challenges here are completely modern and different.
Detailed outline of the plot (Plot Summary)
The story of Abduction Scandal (Haran Kand) proceeds from where ‘Eclipse Scandal(Grahan Kand)’ ended. This story can be seen mainly on three levels: legal battles, conflict of exile, and the kidnapping plot.
Legal wagers and social exclusion:
The story begins with a shocking court decision. Under ‘One World, One Law’, Nagraj is proved to be accused of ‘bigamy’ (polygamy). Nagina, who is under the mask of lawyer ‘Gina’, tricks Nagraj out of the metropolis (Underground City). Nagraj, who protects the law, himself gets trapped in the web of law. Nagraj, who has always followed justice and rules, accepts the court’s decision and leaves the metropolis with Visarpi and goes into ‘exile’.
Bharti and Natasha’s internal struggle:
Within the metropolis, Bharti (Nagraj’s first wife) is struggling between deep self-guilt and strong resolve. She knows that Visarpi is Nagraj’s true love, yet she married Nagraj due to social security. On the other hand, the personal life of Super Commando Dhruv also seems to be breaking. Natasha (Dhruv’s wife) moves to her father, Grand Master Robo, and wins custody of her son Rishi from Dhruv. Here, the author shows that no matter how powerful superheroes are, they too can become weak in the face of personal relationship complications.
Exile and the elusive forest:
Nagraj, Visarpi, and Dhruv take refuge in a mysterious and elusive forest outside the limits of the metropolis. Here, Dhruv uses his intelligence to convert a crashed vehicle into a habitable ‘palace’. But this peace is not going to last long. Nagina and the cruel Pasha (Nagpasha) are already ambushed with their dark powers. In the forest, they are attacked by a giant ‘black power’ gorilla.
Climax: Obstruction and abduction
The biggest twist of the story comes when Nagraj and Dhruv get trapped in an invisible wall, a ‘barrier’. It is not an ordinary black power, but a protective shield or magic. Later, it comes to light that the shocking truth is that this magic was not applied by any enemy, but by Bharti’s grandfather, ‘Vedacharya’, so that the ‘inauspicious’ shadow of Nagraj and Visarpi does not fall on the metropolis. Taking advantage of this confusion and tension, Cruel Pasha arrives with a huge flying vehicle (carriage vehicle) and kidnaps Visarpi, i.e., abduction.
Psychological analysis of characters
Nagraj: Symbol of sacrifice and duty
In this part, the character of Nagraj appears closest to his ‘Maryada Purushottam’ form. He knows that he is being treated unfairly, yet he does not want to spread disorder in society. When the people of the metropolis oppose his expulsion, Nagraj explains to them that “law is the same for everyone.” This patience and restraint make him different from other superheroes.
Super Commando Dhruv: Wisdom and compulsion
Dhruv plays the role of a strategist in this series. Despite the pain of losing his wife Natasha, he does not leave Nagraj. Dhruv’s understanding of and control over the language of the gorilla reflect his love for animals and his skills. His biggest helplessness comes to the fore when he moves away from his son Rishi.
Visarpi: The epitome of love and sacrifice
In ‘Abduction Scandal’, Visarpi’s character comes out as very emotional and poignant. She loves Nagraj, but his respect for Bharti keeps breaking her inside. She herself accepts exile so that there is no conflict between Nagraj and Bharti. Her helplessness at the time of the kidnapping touches the hearts of the readers.
Bharti: The resolution of a modern woman
Bharti is a ‘silent hero’ of this story. She is well-versed in the law and puts in all her strength to bring back Nagraj. Standing against her grandfather Vedacharya shows that she is not just a ‘wife of compromise’, but a strong woman with her own thinking and decisions.
Nagina and Cruel Pasha: The alliance of evil
In this part, Nagina’s cunning reaches its peak. She does not just use force, but attacks with legal and mental strategies. Whereas Cruel Pasha is no longer just an ordinary villain, but appears to be moving towards becoming the emperor of the dark world.
Art and Portraiture
Anupam Sinha is not called the ‘master’ of Indian comics for nothing, and his work in ‘Abduction Scandal’ proves this completely.
The court scene and Nagina’s appearance as ‘Gina’ in the opening pages of the comic are extremely impressive. The way Nagraj and Visarpi are shown in the spectacle reflections gives a cinematic feel to the entire scene and instantly connects the reader to the story.
Nagraj and Dhruv’s confrontation with the gorilla in the jungle is very fast-paced and powerful. The way scientific weapons like ‘vacuum shield’ and ‘compression arrow’ are shown is not only exciting but also visually stunning.
Sunil Pandey and his team have chosen the colors according to the mood of the story. From the cold and harsh tones of the court to the greenery of the forest and the orange-red colors of the lava, every panel appears vibrant and impressive.
In these scenes, especially the abduction of Visarpi and the crying of Bharti, the emotions are so clearly visible that, in many places, the need for words is not felt. The facial expressions of the characters touch the heart directly.
Technical and philosophical aspects
The greatest strength of the ‘Nagayan’ series is the brilliant combination of ‘mantra’ and ‘yantra’, making it an international-class creation. On the one hand, the world of 2025 showcases future technologies like ‘magnetic highways’, ‘underground megacities’, and ‘data banks’, which reflect the visionary thinking of Raj Comics. On the other hand, this story also puts forward a serious social question like ‘law vs justice’. A hero like Nagraj, who is right in every way, also gets punished because of the law. This shows the bitter truth of society, where sometimes the law stands in the way of justice.
The mythological association of the story within this modern world keeps it connected to its roots. ‘Abduction Kand’ directly relates to the Ramayana’s ‘Aranya Kand’—here the elusive deer is replaced by a gorilla, Lakshman’s line-like role is represented by the ‘Hindquarters Tilism’, and Ravana appears as Krurpasha. All this together presents the legend in a new and exciting form.
Review: Positive and Negative Sides
Positive side (Strengths):
This story is not limited to just a superpower fight, but a wonderful combination of politics, law, and family drama can be seen in it. The friendship between Nagraj and Dhruv is shown with more depth than before. The twist that comes at the end makes the reader curious and restless for the next part, ‘Refuge Scandal’. Anupam Sinha’s portrayal elevates this comic above ordinary comics and gives it the status of a graphic novel.
Downside (Weaknesses):
For readers who are new to this series, it may be a bit difficult to understand the different storylines of Dhruv, Natasha, Bharti, Nagina, and Vedacharya together. At some places, the dialogues become a little longer, due to which the pace of the story slows down slightly.
Social and cultural influences
‘Abduction Scandal’ conveys the message that evil does not always come openly; sometimes it emerges in the form of ‘law’. This story teaches that justice sometimes requires standing against one’s own people, as Bharti did in the case of her grandfather Vedacharya. This comic also respects women power, be it Bharti’s legal battle or Natasha standing firm for her rights.
Conclusion and Ratings
‘Nagayan: Haran Kand’ is not just a comic book, but a complete experience. It reminds us of our mythological glory as well as gives a glimpse of a modern world of the future. The pairing of Sanjay Gupta and Anupam Sinha has taken Indian comics to a level where it can be compared to the best creations of Marvel and DC.
This is the most emotional part of the series. The kidnapping of Visarpi is not just the kidnapping of a character, but a test of the ‘dignity of Nagraj’ for which he has always stood.
Final rating: 4.9/5
Message to readers:
If you have read the first two links of ‘Nagayan’, ‘Abduction Kand’ will bind you completely. And if you are interested in Indian comics, then this series must be in your collection. This journey is not over yet, because the illusion has been removed, and what will now begin is—‘Abharan Kand’.
