Kamsa was the tyrant ruler of the Vrishni kingdom, with its capital at Mathura. He is variously described in Hindu literature as either a human or an asura; The Puranas describe him as an asura, while
Krishna slays Kamsa
Kamsa as depicted in Yakshagana, a traditional Indian art form from southern state of Karnataka
A frightened Kamsa (left) looks up to the goddess, as she issues the warning.
In Hindu mythology, Rohini was the first consort of Vasudeva, and the mother of the Hindu deities Balarama and Subhadra. She plays a prominent role in the upbringing of Krishna.