'Khamosh! Adalat Jaari Hai' to be staged at Shaheed Bhawan

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The theatre buffs of the city will witness Vijay Tendulkar's play. The play will be staged on Wednesday at Shaheed Bhavan auditorium.

Khamosh! Adalat Jaari Hai is an adaptation of Shantata! Court Chalu Aahe, a Marathi play written by playwright Vijay Tendulkar in 1963. The story begins with a group of people, who are planning to stage a play in a village. Since one of the cast members doesn't show up, a local is asked to replace him. To make him understand the courtroom procedures, a rehearsal is arranged with a mock trial.

The story takes a twist when the pretend-play suddenly turns into a grim charge as lines are blurred between reality and fiction. Miss leela Benare is charged with foeticide, as well as accused of having an illicit relationship with a married Professor Damle, the missing member of the cast.

Unfulfilled desires, gender discrimination, redundant social customs and the sources and manifestations of power emerge in this gripping drama.

The play will be staged at Shaheed Bhawan, presented by Samantar theatre group. The play is directed by Mr. Mukesh Sharma. Other credits includes, set by Dinesh Nair, Background music by adarsh Sharma. Entry fees is Rs. 50 will be available at the venue on the date of show.

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