Latest Theatre News & Updates

Mumbai, May 15 (IANS) Veteran Bollywood actress Himani Shivpuri recently took a trip down memory lane as she recalled one of the most memorable moments from her theatre journey.The actress remembered performing ‘Othello’ in Idar, a small village in Gujarat. Sharing a nostalgic post on her social media account, the veteran actress revisited her days with the National School of Drama repertory company and reflected on the unforgettable experience.In the picture shared by Himani, the actress is…

Mumbai, May 2 (IANS) Actress Rashami Desai, who has made a name in the small screen and in the world of plays with Mrs Mara Online Che, has spoken about how theatre talents don’t get their due on time and don’t need “somebody else’s validation”. “Theatre is the most underrated medium that we all do. A theatre actor works really hard. They don’t get their dues on time. And the kind of fun they have, they have a small family, and they’re happy with that. They don’t need somebody else’s v…

Mumbai, April 28 (IANS) Actor Maninee De recently opened up about choosing to study animal communication alongside psychodrama, stating that she will return to television only for a good and solid project. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, Maninee said, “At this point in my life, I am exploring and learning a lot of new things. I have always been a very curious student. Right now, I am studying animal communication and also a modality of psychodrama.”She added, “Along with that, I do…

Mumbai, April 3 (IANS) Actress and theatre personality Lillete Dubey seems to have become emotional as she remembered her late husband Ravi Dubey on the occasion of his birth anniversary. The actress, penned a note sharing a beautiful picture featuring them both back from their happier times together.Sharing the picture on her social media account, the actress wrote: “Happiest birthday darling Ravi.. still hear that laugh .. still remember that love .. in our heart always.. Simon & Garfunk…

Mumbai, March 27 (IANS) Veteran actress Lillete Dubey has once again expressed her deep-rooted passion for the stage, calling theatre her “most enduring love” on the occasion of World Theatre Day. Lillete took to Instagram, where she shared a few throwback pictures from theatre days. She also posted a heartfelt note reflecting her lifelong connection with theatre.“My truest joy.. my deepest passion.. my most enduring love .. Happy World Theatre Day !” the actress wrote as the caption.Wor…

Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) Actor Hiten Tejwani believes that trained performers will continue to find opportunities and keep flourishing despite the growing trend of social media influencers being cast in major projects. Sharing his views in an exclusive conversation with IANS, said that he doesn’t feel influencers will take up the job of actors or even effect them.“I do not think that will happen. If a project requires a strong actor for a particular role, the makers will definitely choose someo…

Mumbai, March 21 (IANS) Bollywood actress and Theatre personality Lilette Dubey took a deep emotional trip down memory lane as she recalled her Bidaai day and expressed how her father was emotional. The actress shared a rare, intimate photograph with her father, marking his birthday with a heartfelt note.Reflecting on a poignant moment from her bidai, she described how her father’s expression captured “love, happiness and sadness all rolled into one.”She wrote, “At my bidai ..dads’s ex…

Mumbai, Feb 23 (IANS) Veteran Bollywood actor Anupam Kher shared that he performed his acclaimed play ‘Kuch Bhi Ho Sakta Hai’ despite severe foot pain, describing the evening as a “triumph against all odds.” Anupam took to Instagram, where he shared a string of glimpses from his play being performed in a packed theatre.“Last night at my play Kuch Bhi Ho Sakta Hai was truly a TRIUMPH AGAINST ALL ODDS! My foot was in extreme pain before the show. Every step reminded me of it. But the mom…

Mumbai, Feb 11 (IANS) Veteran actress and theatre personality Lillete Dubey took a nostalgic trip down memory lane after an old photograph resurfaced from actor Amar Talwar’s archives. Lillete took to Instagram, where she shared a monochrome image of herself from her younger theatre days. Amidst celebrating her 35-year theatre festival, she revealed that Amar Talwar surprised her with a throwback image from the 1980s.“Omg! In the midst of my 35 year theatre festival, Amar Talwar sends me thi…

Lucknow, Jan 26 (IANS) Senior theatre artist and film actor Anil Rastogi, who has been actively involved in films, web series, and theatre, has been selected for the prestigious Padma Shri award. He has received this honour for his decades-long outstanding contribution to the fields of acting and theatre. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, the actor shared that, along with films and theatre, he has also been deeply engaged in social service.Expressing his happiness at being honoured with th…