Written and directed by the acclaimed Suman Mukhopadhyay, the Bengali play 'Ebaar Durga Ki Korbe?' (What will Durga do now?) employs the traditional medium of 'Patachitra' to present a modern-day rendition of Goddess Durga's life.
By paying a tribute to 'Durga' inside every woman, the unique play produced by 'Nihar Naturals' celebrates the different roles played by progressive women in modern times.
"The play explores the way today's progressive women tackle the dualities of difficult decisions in their everyday lives, and overcome their vulnerabilities to choose what they truly believe in. It depicts the progressive manner in which women lead their lives," said Suman, who has worked on a host of award-winning productions ranging from European drama to major adaptations of Bengali masterpieces.
With the help of skilled 'Patuas' or painters, the long- forgotten form of 'Patachitra' which had faded into oblivion from Kolkata since early decades of the twentieth century got a new lease of life.
Puja pandals like those in Baghbazar, Jodhpur Park and Salt Lake's FD Block have metamorphosised into a stage for this play which has actors like Hiraan and Payel Sarkar. (MORE)
