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A figure stands on a raised red-draped platform in front of a large ornate golden circular backdrop, under red and green stage lighting. The figure wears a saffron-orange dhoti and a red-and-black patterned garment, with a rudraksha mala and long beaded necklaces, and holds a trident-like staff in one hand. Garlands of yellow, red and white flowers hang above, and a dark red throne-like seat with a zebra-patterned cloth sits before a carved stone wall with flower bundles below. The figure appears to be a ceremonial presentation at this event, with appearance cues including long hair, rudraksha and saffron clothing; this is a probable identification from appearance only. Overall this is a staged devotional setting with floral decoration and a throne.

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A photograph of a figure standing on a raised red-draped platform before a large ornate golden circular arch, backed by a carved stone-textured wall with a garland of yellow, red and green flowers strung across the top. The standing figure has long dark hair and wears an orange-red dhoti or wrap, a patterned sleeveless top, multiple beaded rudraksha-style malas, and bangles. He holds a green-tinted trident upright in his right hand and gestures outward with it. A dark red cushioned throne-like seat sits behind him. Warm red and amber lighting bathes the scene, and flower decorations line the platform edge in the foreground.2012-09-20A performer stands on a dark throne-like seat in front of a large circular metallic halo framed by red and white flower garlands, with a warm orange and red backdrop. The figure wears a patterned sleeveless top, a long rust-red skirt, layered beaded necklaces, bangles and a trident-like staff held in one hand, with wild dark hair swept back. A leopard-print cloth covers the base of the throne. Appearance is theatrical rather than clearly identifiable, so no a person identification is made; the figure is described by role as a costumed performer on a throne.2012-09-21A standing figure in a red-orange wrap and a green-and-white patterned sleeveless top stands on a red-cushioned throne-like platform before a large circular golden arch. The figure wears long dark hair, rudraksha-style beads, a beaded belt and wrist bands, and holds a silver staff or trident-like rod in one hand. Above, a garland of yellow, white, red and green flowers frames the scene under warm red-orange lighting, with a floral arrangement along the bottom edge. The figure's appearance is consistent with a robed, ceremonially adorned presence, but the photo is not clear enough to confirm who it is, so identity remains uncertain.2012-09-20A figure stands on a dark throne-like seat framed by a large golden arch, set against a textured stone-patterned wall decorated with red, yellow and white flower garlands. The figure wears a red-orange draped cloth, a dark beaded sash and layered rudraksha-style malas, with wristbands and a trident held upright in one hand. Warm red and green stage lighting fills the scene, and a tiger-striped cloth covers the platform below. A printed and a source credit to appears in the margin2012-09-20September 20 20122012-09-20September 20 20122012-09-20A standing figure with long dark hair and a red-and-white forehead mark stands on a red-draped dais before a large ornate golden circular arch framed by red, white and yellow flower garlands. He wears a red-orange dhoti and shawl, rudraksha mala necklaces, a patterned leopard-print sash and bangles, and holds a green-lit trident aloft in one hand. The warm red lighting bathes the carved stone backdrop, with an oil lamp at the lower left and a dark velvet throne behind him.2012-09-20A figure stands on a raised dark red throne with a leopard-print cloth draped over its base, in front of a large circular metal arch with embossed relief. The figure wears a patterned sleeveless top, a long orange-red wrap, layered beaded necklaces and rudraksha-style malas, and holds a tall trident-like staff in one hand. Garlands of red, white and yellow flowers hang on the side pillars, and warm green and red stage lighting fills the backdrop. Swamiji (probable): the figure has long swept-back hair, ornate layered necklaces and a saffron-toned wrap, seated on a throne as the central figure. Only one physical person is visible.2012-09-21A performer stands on a raised platform in front of a large circular red and gold arch set against a warm, textured wall lined with flower garlands. The figure wears a leopard-print top, layered green and red beaded necklaces, rudraksha-style malas, and a flowing red-orange dhoti, and holds a silver trident with green accents. Warm red, orange and green stage lighting fills the scene, with a leopard-print cloth draped over the platform edge. The costume suggests a Shiva-themed stage presentation, and the figure's identity cannot be confirmed from appearance alone.2012-09-21September 21 20122012-09-21September 20 20122012-09-20September 20 20122012-09-20