'Thirty Days in September' to be Staged in Jaipur on September 6

Jaipur/Sriganganagar, September 3: The play "Thirty Days in September," written by Mahesh Dattani, will be staged at the Rajasthan International Centre on September 6, 2024, at 7 PM. This play explores the themes of love and betrayal within a family, focusing on the sensitive issue of child sexual abuse and its profound impact on the victim's life and personality.

The central character, Mala, is depicted as struggling in an environment of silence and societal indifference, facing internal conflicts despite the facade of modernity. Her mother, Shanta, battles her own inner turmoil while praying for her daughter's well-being. The characters Vinay and Deepak, with their contrasting personalities, offer support to Mala as the story delves into emotional connections and selfish motives, ultimately leading to a recognition of harsh realities.

"Thirty Days in September" is a notable work by playwright Mahesh Dattani, who is renowned for his contributions to theater and film. Dattani has directed several famous plays, including "Dance Like a Man," "Bravely Fought the Queen," "Final Solutions," "Tara," and "On a Muggy Night in Mumbai."

The play is directed by Ruchi Bhargava Narula, a significant figure in the theater scene in Rajasthan. Ruchi Bhargava has showcased her versatile talents as an actress, production and technical director, Kathak dancer, choreographer, designer, and painter. Her multifaceted abilities have greatly contributed to Jaipur's theater recognition.

The character of Mala is portrayed by Chirmi Acharya, an assistant professor at Manipal University. Kartikeya Mishra, serving as the Additional Registrar in the Cooperative Department, plays the role of the uncle. Shashi Kiran, the Chief Public Relations Officer of North Western Railway, who has a keen interest in acting, takes on the role of Deepak. The role of Shanta is played by Nikki Chaturvedi, the Head of the Department of History and Indian Culture at Rajasthan University, with extensive experience in theater. The cast also includes Mohit Krishna as the paper boy, Vaidehi Saxena as Radhika, and Asif Sher Ali as the man.