Empty theatre stage with dramatic spotlight

Theatre

My Theatre Journey

Theatre found me during a period of searching—when I needed to understand not just what people do, but why they do it. On stage, there's nowhere to hide. Every choice matters. Every pause speaks. It's the most honest medium I know.

Through Golden Frame Talkies, I've had the privilege of directing and writing productions that explore uncomfortable truths, celebrate human resilience, and create space for audiences to see themselves and others more clearly. Theatre, at its best, doesn't provide answers—it asks better questions.

Theatre seats from stage perspective
The stage before the audience arrives
Stage lighting equipment and setup
Light shapes meaning

Philosophy

I believe theatre should be accessible, challenging, and deeply human. We don't create spectacle for its own sake or seek controversy as a marketing strategy. Instead, we craft stories that resonate because they reflect the complexities of real life—the contradictions, the ambiguities, the moments of grace found in unexpected places.

Theatre builds empathy in ways that algorithms never will. When you sit in a darkened room with strangers, watching actors breathe life into characters, something shifts. You remember that other people's interior lives are as rich and complicated as your own. In an age of increasing isolation and polarization, this reminder matters more than ever.

Backstage theatre preparation with scripts
Where stories come alive

Productions

Founding Member of Samatat Sanskriti

Uttarpara, West Bengal

Samatat Sanskriti is a community-based theatre organization committed to creating inclusive cultural programming and accessible theatre experiences. We believe that the arts should serve as a bridge between diverse communities, fostering dialogue, understanding, and shared humanity.

Our work focuses on nurturing local talent, creating opportunities for emerging artists, and developing theatrical productions that resonate with contemporary social realities while honoring traditional forms. We emphasize collaboration, mentorship, and the development of sustainable artistic practices that can thrive within our community.

As a founding member, I've had the privilege of helping shape an organization that prioritizes artistic integrity, social responsibility, and the transformative power of live performance. Together with our team, we've worked to establish Samatat Sanskriti as a space where creativity flourishes, voices are heard, and theatre serves its highest purpose—connecting people to themselves and each other.

Learn more about Samatat Sanskriti →

Behind the Scenes

Theatre rehearsal in progress
Rehearsal moments
Script and theatre notes
Words waiting for voices
Backstage preparation
Before the curtain rises