The Illness of Vichitraveerya Vichitraveerya marries the two Kashi princesses, Ambika and Ambalika, as Queen Satyavati and Bhishma look on with joy. Ahead of the nuptial night, the young king suddenly falls ill. Physicians begin intense treatment, while prayers and offerings are made across temples for his recovery. Amba Confronts the Court of Hastinapur Queen Satyavati sits on the throne, with Bhishma by her side. Suddenly, Amba storms into the royal court demanding justice. Amba: Does anyone here still know what dharma is? Satyavati: Who are you, woman? Hastinapur is a land of dharma. What complaint do you bring? Amba: I am Amba, princess of Kashi. Satyavati (sarcastic): Oh! The one who spurned Hastinapur’s throne and went chasing her lover? Amba: That was past. Let’s talk of the present now. The heated exchange grows sharper as Amba questions whether Kshatriya dharma can override compassion and truth. When she taunts Bhishma directly, he maintains silenc...