I have a dream!
Daadi Ma Ka Putla (Hindi: The effigy of grandmother) will be staged on May 16 at 7pm at the Cultural Hall in Manama, located near the Bahrain National Museum.
'This story was inspired by the everyday determination of ordinary people,' writer and director Anupam Ramesh Kinger told GulfWeekly.
'It's not based on a single incident, but rather a reflection of the universal struggle to achieve one's dreams.
'I hope the audience leaves believing that anything is possible with conviction, commitment, and sincere effort.'
Produced and staged by Khwabgaah Production, Daadi Ma Ka Putla tells the inspiring story of a humble villager with big dreams, in a narrative woven with themes of patriotism, friendship and the strength of community.
More than just the journey of one man, Ram Khilavan, the story reflects the spirit of resilience and ambition that lives within each of us.
The play's structure is comprised of 10 interlinked stories that converge to form the central plot.
Written, produced, and directed by Anupam, the play showcases an ensemble of Bahrain-based talent and tells a powerful, multi-layered story rooted in hope, struggle and community spirit.
The cast includes Rahul Ingle, Anagha Sandeep Parkhi, Gopal Krishna Mishra, Abhiruchi Jain, Sanjay Dey, Pankaj Jain, Shruti Sharma, Arun Nagendra, Prashant Singh, Priya Singh, Vikas Katiyar, Sanjeev Sharma, Arpita Mehrotra, Mohammed Omar, Bhagirathi Pania, Dinesh Namdeo Vedak, Anurag Sharma, Snehlit Wankhade, Abhishek Gawde and Bhupendra Pathak.
Notably, Daadi Ma Ka Putla will be performed without a traditional set, relying on lighting, sound, and movement to convey setting and mood.
Stage setup and lighting will be handled by Saptarshi Bhowmick, with music direction by Chiro Ghosh.
'This has been both the greatest challenge and the most rewarding aspect of the production,' Anupam added.
'Behind the scenes, the rehearsal process has been filled with memorable moments - actors forgetting lines, spontaneous laughter, and heartfelt bonding through impromptu jam sessions.
'These experiences have strengthened the camaraderie among cast and crew, contributing to the magic of the performance.'
Indian Ambassador Vinod K Jacob will be the chief guest at the May 16 performance. He will be joined by Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF) secretary-general Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa bin Mohammed Al Khalifa.
Khwabgaah is aiming to fill the 600-seat Cultural Hall, with proceeds from the tickets set to be donated to RHF, supporting its charitable initiatives.
'We bring people together through the shared joy of theatre,' Anupam noted.
The production house is also offering complimentary front-row seats to senior citizens over 70, and inviting retired military personnel living in Bahrain.
The theatre group's last performance, Shambo Aur Mani, drew more than 500 stage fans. The tickets are priced at BD10 and donor passes are available for BD25. Delivery of tickets is available.
For more details and to purchase tickets, contact 39660179.
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