The goal was audacious: take the 400-year-old fable of Princess Aurora and strip away the Victorian fluff. Instead of a passive heroine waiting for a kiss, Bindastimes promised a narrative of trauma, resilience, and psychological horror. And at the center of it all was Sudipa.

To understand the originality of this piece, one must first examine its release year. 2022 was the global moment of “the Great Exhaustion.” Emerging from the acute phases of the pandemic, the world grappled with languishing—a state of stagnant mental energy. Traditional escapism failed. Audiences no longer believed in passive heroines waiting for rescue. Bindastimes, known for its sharp, culturally resonant takes on regional narratives, tapped into this collective fatigue.

For those who may be unfamiliar with the tale, Sleeping Beauty follows the journey of Princess Aurora, a beautiful and kind-hearted princess who is placed under a sleeping curse by the evil fairy, Maleficent. The only way to break the curse is through true love's kiss. As the story unfolds, Sudipa's Aurora must confront her destiny and the forces of darkness that threaten her kingdom.