Story of Bhasmasura and Shiva or Bhasmasur and Mohini in Hindu Mythology. Enmity between the Devas and Asuras is widely depicted in Indian mythology. The Devas are considered to be ideal heavenly persons while the Asuras are cruel and dangerous beings who always create problems. As described in the Puranas, it was the duty of the Devas to destroy such Asuras.Story of Shiva, Bhasmasura and