Location: Mandala, Thapagaun

Time: 65 mins.

Synopsis:

The play presents interconnected stories by Sadat Hassan Manto, each examining the human condition in the face of conflict and survival. In the first story "Tamasha", a family is overwhelmed by war and flees in search of safety. "Ten Rupee" follows a child forced into prostitution, where a man's regretful transformation takes place after spending a day with her. "Smell" tells of a man haunted by a passionate night shared with a factory worker. In "The Hundred-Watt Power Bulb," a prostitute kills her relentless pimp in a desperate bid for rest. "The Rats of Shahdol" depicts a mother’s lifelong grief after losing her child, whom she had once abandoned. The play ends with "The Dog of Titwal," a tragic tale of a dog caught between two warring nations, rejected by both armies. Each story explores themes of loss, regret, and the enduring impact of conflict on the human spirit. 

Start Date: March 23, 2025

End Date: March 23, 2025