The timeless tale of Lord Shiva and Goddess Shakti came alive on stage as Areeso Theatre’s Shiv Shakti: Ek Divya Pranay Katha premiered in Mumbai, captivating audiences with a blend of mythology, music, dance and powerful performances. The grand premiere, held on October 24 at St. Andrew’s Auditorium, was attended by several celebrities and theatre enthusiasts, making it a memorable evening for the cast and creators.
Leading the production are renowned dancer and actor Sandip Soparrkar, who portrays Lord Shiva, and Ashmita Bakshi, who takes on the challenging roles of Shakti, Sati and Parvati. Through dramatic storytelling, elaborate choreography and soulful music, the play traces the divine journey of Shiva and Shakti, highlighting themes of love, sacrifice, devotion and eternal togetherness.
The mythological production presents Shakti’s various incarnations and her unwavering devotion to Lord Shiva, bringing one of Hindu mythology’s most celebrated stories to life in a visually rich theatrical format. Combining traditional storytelling with contemporary stagecraft, the play aims to connect audiences of all ages with the spiritual significance of the legendary couple.
The premiere attracted several well-known personalities from the entertainment industry, including Shanthi Priya, Arhaan Khan, Rohin Joshi, Hrishikesh Pandey, Zain Imam Khan, Smriti Khanna, Dhruvee Haldankar, Sneha Jain, Munisha Khatwani, Shivani Gosain, Roop Durgapal, Aadil Jaipuri, Vineet Raina, Ashutosh Clairvoyant, Rinhee Suberwal, Jaswir Kaur, Indrarani Mukerjea and Sharbani Mukerjee, among many others. The production received a standing ovation, reflecting the audience’s appreciation for its performances and presentation.
Presented by Areeso Theatre, the production is produced by Haripriya and Parrth Thakar, while Himanshu Shah and Nandini Thakar have directed the play. The screenplay and lyrics have been penned by Nandini Thakar, with original music composed by Pankaj-Preetika, creating a seamless blend of storytelling, music and emotion.
Following its successful premiere, Shiv Shakti: Ek Divya Pranay Katha also staged houseful performances on October 25 at Bal Gandharva Rang Mandir in Bandra. With plans to travel to more cities, the production is set to take its message of divine love and devotion to audiences across the country.
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