Krishna Marries Rukmini - The Bold Rescue and Rukmi's Humiliation

Krishna and Rukmi

Rukmini had already made up her mind. She wanted to marry Krishna and no one else. But her brother Rukmi had other plans. He was forcing her to marry Shishupala, a match Rukmini completely rejected in her heart. With no other choice, Rukmini secretly sent a message to Krishna, asking him to come and take her away before the wedding took place.

Krishna received her message and acted immediately. With a swift strategy, he reached the kingdom of Vidarbha, lifted Rukmini onto his chariot, and sped off toward Dwarka. The scene was nothing short of cinematic-Krishna driving at full speed with Rukmini beside him, while the royal palace boiled with fury.

Rukmi Loses His Cool

When Rukmi heard that his sister had been taken by Krishna, he was furious. His ego bruised and pride shattered, he wasted no time. He rallied his army, readied his weapons, and set off in hot pursuit. But before leaving, he gave a special order to his soldiers-keep Balarama and the Yadava army occupied. Rukmi wanted Krishna all to himself. He was itching for revenge.

Rukmi's horse thundered down the road, closing the distance fast. Soon, he spotted Krishna's chariot. Without warning, he launched a flurry of arrows, but Krishna didn't even flinch. The arrows simply bounced off Krishna's divine armour.

Krishna Fights Back

With calm precision, Krishna took aim. His arrows hit Rukmi's horse, dropping it instantly. The next arrow shattered the wheels of Rukmi's chariot. Rukmi tumbled to the ground, weapon still in hand. Determined not to back down, he got up and charged at Krishna with his sword raised high.

But before he could even swing, Krishna fired another arrow that split Rukmi's sword right down the middle. Now weaponless, Rukmi stood frozen. His anger hadn't faded, but his chances surely had.

Rukmini Intervenes

Krishna pulled out his sword, ready to strike. But just as he stepped forward, Rukmini rushed in and fell at Krishna's feet. Tears in her eyes, she begged him to let her brother live. "Please, don't kill him," she cried. "He's my brother, even if he's wrong."

Krishna looked at Rukmini. He couldn't bear to see her like that. Out of love for her, he lowered his sword. But sparing Rukmi didn't mean letting him walk away untouched. Krishna decided to teach him a lesson he'd never forget.

He took a knife and shaved off half of Rukmi's hair and moustache-a brutal insult in those days, especially for a proud warrior like Rukmi. It was worse than death. Humiliated and defeated, Rukmi had to return empty-handed.

The Grand Wedding

With the threat behind them, Krishna and Rukmini finally reached Dwarka. The whole city lit up in celebration. People danced, music echoed in every street, and the divine wedding of Krishna and Rukmini was held with great splendour. It wasn't just a union of two people-it was a victory of love, courage, and destiny.