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by Veer Mukhopadhyay

"Kayapalat" (The Transformation) is a sharp, satirical social play originally written by Shri Veeru Mukhopadhyay and beautifully adapted into Gujarati by Shri Shrikant Trivedi. The plot revolves around Samir Mehta, …

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"Chakdol" (The Ferris Wheel) is a highly entertaining social comedy that masterfully depicts how minor misunderstandings and baseless suspicions can create dramatic yet humorous chaos in domestic life. The plot …

by Chandravadan Mehta

"Shetalne Kanthe" (On the Banks of River Shetal) is a highly poignant and culturally rich regional play penned by the legendary Gujarati playwright, actor, and director, Shri Chandravadan Mehta (Ch. …

by Jagdishbhai Bhatt , Natubhai Patel

This dialogue depicts a humorous argument between a married couple, Ishwar and Asha, regarding household expenses and budget management. Ishwar constantly complains about the rising costs of items like the …

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Mrs. Swapna Diwan visits Barrister Kartik Desai's office regarding her divorce case, where Kartik reviews the papers and clarifies that there is no strong legal ground—such as an addiction, cruelty, …

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The play is set during the afternoon at a small, isolated railway station named Bhalchheda, located between Gir Gadhda and Junagadh. The main character, Bhatt (Bhattasaheb), along with Shanta, is …

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The play is set during the afternoon at a small, isolated railway station named Bhalchheda, located between Gir Gadhda and Junagadh. The main character, Bhatt (Bhattasaheb), along with Shanta, is …

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The play "Sharadiya" is a Gujarati adaptation of the acclaimed historical play by Jagdish Chandra Mathur. Set in Pune during the Autumn Full Moon (Sharad Purnima) of 1794, the story …

by Madhav Agarwal

વાર્તાની શરૂઆત એક આધુનિક દીવાનખંડના સેટ પરથી થાય છે જ્યાં રાત્રીના સમયે કલાકારો મોહન અને સંધ્યા એકબીજા સાથે પોતાના કોલેજના જૂના દિવસોની યાદો અને પ્રેમની લાગણીઓ વાગોળતા ગંભીર સંવાદો બોલી …

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The play opens with a newlywed couple, Kunj (Kunjkishor) and Suresh, entering their house. Upon entering, Kunj performs a traditional prayer to Lord Ganesha and bows before the family portraits …

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Sudhir and Naren were a gay couple who separated 20 years ago and had a son named Ramesh through surrogacy. By court order, Ramesh lives with his father Sudhir in …

by Shabda Smruti-Pransukh Nayak

"Jivram Bhatt Aave Chhe" is a touching memoir written by Pransukh Nayak and edited by Dinkar Bhojak. In this essay, the author recalls his meetings, conversations, and close relationship with …

by Vasant kanetkar

Upar Gagan Niche Dharti is a sensitive social play that explores human life, relationships, and moral values. Through the struggles and experiences of its characters, the play highlights the conflict …

by Bhausaheb Desai

Upar Gagan Niche Dharti is a symbolic play that explores the conflict between spiritual ideals and material life. It portrays the struggle of human beings to balance family responsibilities, social …

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Have To Vasant Thai Ne Aavo is a sensitive social play that explores human emotions, relationships, hope, and new beginnings. It shows that despite sorrow, loneliness, and disappointment, love, trust, …

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social one-act play about trust, misunderstanding, and human relationships. Through the lives of Shivkumar, Leelaben, Hema, and Manu, it shows that every person can make mistakes. The play emphasizes that …

by Rajni Shashtri

an experimental Gujarati one-act play that explores the complexities of human relationships and the inner conflicts of individuals. Rather than focusing on external action, the play emphasizes psychological tension and …

by Labhshankar Thakar

characters as they search for love, identity, and happiness. Through symbolic situations and meaningful dialogues, the play presents the complexities of modern life and human relationships. It highlights that true …

by Natubhai Patel

This drama script depicts a sharp and satirical debate between Chaturmota, Manilal Master, Gokaliya, Suraj Kaki, and Kirit regarding post-funeral rituals and societal customs following a father's death. The elders, …

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These pages of the script present a continuous dialogue between Chatur Mota, Manilal Master, Somabhai, Gokaliya, and Suraj (Suryakant) regarding family dynamics, marriage arrangements, and social customs. The scene opens …