From loss to creation: How Goddess Parvati’s love brought Lord Ganesha to life on Sony SAB's Ganesh Kartikey

Sony SAB’s newly launched mythological saga, Gatha Shiv Parivaar Ki - Ganesh Kartikey, brings to life the divine and deeply emotional tale of Lord Shiva (Mohit Malik) and Goddess Parvati’s (Shrenu Parikh) sons - Lord Ganesh (Ekansh Kathrotiya) and Lord Kartikey (Subhan Khan). This grand narrative goes beyond traditional mythology, delving into the unseen chapters of the Shiv Parivaar - their bonds, inner conflicts, and the cosmic purpose that ties them together. In the recent episodes, Dandpani, born out of Goddess Parvati’s longing to reunite with her son Lord Kartikey, finally encounters him. However, Lord Kartikey refuses to acknowledge Dandpani as his brother, unaware of the divine intent behind his creation.

As the story unfolds, it reaches a defining moment - the creation of Lord Ganesha. Unaware of Lord Shiva’s true identity, Dandpani mocks his humble appearance, doubting that someone so unassuming could be the Lord of Kailash. Enraged by this act of disrespect, Lord Shiva beheads Dandpani in fury. Upon learning this, Goddess Parvati is devastated - her creation, born of love and yearning, is destroyed. In her grief, she furiously demands that her son be restored. To fulfill her wish, Lord Shiva brings Dandpani back to life by placing the head of the first being he sees — an elephant. This divine act gives birth to Lord Ganesha, the symbol of wisdom, purity, and auspicious beginnings, as all of Kailash rejoices in the arrival of the beloved son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.

Speaking about shooting this emotional sequence, Shrenu Parikh, shared, “There’s a certain calm yet incredible strength that comes with this character, she embodies love, creation, and motherhood in its purest form. One of the most emotional sequences for me was when Goddess Parvati learns that Lord Shiva has beheaded Dandpani, it was one of the toughest scenes to shoot. We rehearsed several times because it wasn’t just about portraying grief, it was about expressing that divine balance between pain and power. What I love about the show is that it doesn’t just narrate mythology; it humanizes divinity. It lets you see the gods as a family, with emotions, conflicts, and love that every person can relate to. That’s what makes this show so special.”