A wild, witty ride with "Benumbari"—a fun and sharp look at identity, image, and all the little ways we pretend to have it all together. Written and directed by Birat Dahal, this show is brought to life by the talented folks at Ace Theater Club, powered by the production team at Replay Films, and proudly presented by Ace Institute of Management, with marketing handled by the creative minds at Clayway Communications. As the drama unfolds, one question hangs in the air: who is the real Benumbari? Is it the loud one? The quiet one? Or maybe... all of us? 

Akbar and Birbal is a 40-minute theatrical presentation that revisits two beloved tales of wisdom and wit, reimagined with a fresh, contemporary sensibility. Though minimal in set and props, the production is a compelling showcase of how far imagination and performance can transport an audience — making it a perfect introduction to theatre for young minds.

In a moment of crushing despair, a queer man attempts to end his life—only to awaken in a surreal limbo, the mythical Baitarnee river. Suspended between worlds, he begins to construct a vivid, often whimsical realm born of imagination and mystical characters. But as the world repeats on itself reality begins to seep in, and the cracks in his illusion deepen, casting long shadows across his mind. What begins as a colorful escape becomes a descent into the murky spaces of identity, memory, trauma and truth. This mysterious, emotionally charged play—infused with dark humor and raw vulnerability—traces a deeply personal journey. It explores what it means to be queer, to feel trapped by one’s own trajectory, and to fight for a way back to life, to self-acceptance, and to the possibility of moving on. Colorfully dark, achingly human, and ultimately redemptive—this is not just a queer story, but a profoundly human one.

 In a rule of state, the pursuit of justice can sometimes result in innocent individuals suffering alongside the guilty in the search for truth. While the legal system aims to uncover the facts and ensure fairness, it is not infallible. Legal processes, though structured, are influenced by human error, bias, and limitations in evidence. As a result, there are instances where innocent people are wrongfully convicted, or where the true culprit remains undetected. In this way, the law does not always guarantee the discovery of the truth, despite its intention to do so.