Bharatmuni Rang Utsav unveils a series of theatrical genius

New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANSlife) Sahitya Kala Parishad, Delhi Governments Art and Cultural Wing, delighted theatre enthusiasts with the Bharatmuni Rang Utsav, a four-day extravaganza showcasing diverse solo and duet acts.

Opening night featured Tapobrati Das Samaddars Mrija, a 3067 BCE drama.

Udyog Parva delves into King Yayatis daughters relationships, challenging customs from 5,000 years ago, echoing modern womens struggles.Following this was Pyaaz Ke Phool, a compelling love triangle by Priyam Jani, directed by Sakshi Sunil Chauhan.

The tale delves into the complexities of love as two women vie for Govinds affections, revealing conflicted hearts and a cherished onion flower.The evening closed with Uske Sath (A Truth of a Girl), a powerful play by Alok Shukla delving into a true 1997 Mumbai incident of a girls journey from an orphanage to giving birth.

On Day Two, Espresso by Somyabrat Bhattacharya, directed by Shilpi Marwaha, unveiled societal disparities in a poignant coffee-scented encounter.This was followed by Bebaak Manto, directed by Anil Sharma, delved into Sugandhis tumultuous journey as a compassionate yet exploited prostitute.

Evening continued with Bijuka, a creation by Satyajit Ray and directed by Rajesh Bali, intricately weaved an emotionally charged narrative around Mriganko Babu and his mistreated servant, Abhiram.The night concluded with Bimb, creatively adapting Vijaydaan Dethas Raazinama, exploring a village boys pursuit of education and unraveling societal complexities.

On the third day, Ek Cup Chai, a riveting one-woman play by Rajesh Tiwari, delved into the intricate struggles of women.Adapted from Dr.Kiran Singhs story, it promised a thought-provoking experience.Following was Dhoop Ka Ek Tukda, directed by Pooja Dhiyani, weaving an intriguing tale of self-discovery and relationships.

The play, narrated by a cheerful woman to an old man, explores lifes highs and lows, offering a unique perspective.Evening continued with ‘Baarish’ by Vijay Shrivastava encapsulates 1950s India, exploring Tanveers love at first sight with Parveen.

The narrative addresses societal constraints like background, caste, age, and status in a 30s glimpse.The night ended with Jebkatra, directed by Javed Sameer, portraying Kashis transformative journey.

After stealing Bimlas bag, Kashi sacrifices fingers for goodness, exploring redemption and personal transformation.

The grand finale commenced with Dil Ki Duniya by Padmashri Ismat Chughtai.

Portraying pre-independence female tales, it criticizes the 1930s constraints on womens empowerment, shedding light on child marriages impact and emphasizing the urgent need for education.Aryashree Arya, a seasoned Delhi-based theatre practitioner, adds depth to the performance.

Following was Last Performance, an Anton Chekhov creation directed by Avinash Tiwari.Unveiling Svietlovidovs tragic life, it portrays themes of despair and failure.

A swan song, symbolizing a final performance or gesture before death or retirement, the play navigates serious themes.Avinash Tiwari, a highly versatile Delhi-born actor, adds depth with his impressive theatre talent.

The evening culminates with Bojh, written by Pawan Jha and directed by Shiva Kunder.Delving into societal traditions causing mental frustration, the play explores unexpected events in an elite young mans life, critiquing issues like mismatched marriages and child marriage, portraying the consequences of excessive frustration.

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