AGP World brings the Classic Devdas On Stage with all its grandeur!

Devdas, a novella by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay, is probably one of the most famous love sagas in Indian Literature. Translated into almost every major language, this novella has seen its glory in Indian Cinema. This time AGP World brings the Classic On Stage with all its grandeur!

AGP World’s theatrical rendition has a universal appeal and is narrated by Chandramukhi, a glamorous courtesan and principle character in the play, an opportunity to delight hearts with eternal music and dance to continue the rich legacy. Directed by Saif Hyder Hasan starring renowned actors such as Gaurav Chopra, Manjari Fadnis, Sunil Palwal, Sukhada Khandkekar, Bhavna Pani, Smita Jayakar to name a few. This 150-minute multi-starrer is a saga of love in its purest form where AGP endeavours to solve the mysteries of what happens to Chandramukhi & Paro after Devdas.

Set in Calcutta in the 1900s, this visual and musical extravaganza, recreates the period in all its grandeur; the time in history of opulent Haveli’s in India and gas-lit busy streets of Calcutta. A triumph in overall design – come experience the stunning artistry, evocative lighting, detailed costumes, unforgettable music and the exhilarating choreography of this play – the most gorgeous, gasp-inducing production ever brought to life on stage in India.

Adapted & directed for stage by Saif Hyder Hasan, whose craft of developing original content that connects with the audience through music, dialogue, dance & theatrics woven with seamless production values is revered in Indian Theatre. 

Sets designed by the National Award-winning art and cinematic director Omung Kumar of Mary Kom, Bhoomi, Sarbjith and Saawariya.

The highlight of this production are the classic and contemporary fusion dance performances choreographed by Shampa Sonthalia (daughter of acclaimed Kathak maestro Padmashri Gopi Krishna) and Bertwin Ravi Dsouza which give life to the musical score of Devdas. Devdas is enriched by original melodies expressing undying, unrequited love sung by some of the most prominent singers like Shail Hada, Bhoomi Trivedi, Shaan, Alka Yagnik, Suresh Wadkar and Antara Mitra.

Talking about the adaption, Saif Hyder Hasan, Director says, “Devdas is the mother of all love stories. It is the apex of unfulfilled yet eternal love. The story has sustained itself for over 100 years and been adapted for cinema across languages for the sheer poetry and drama inherent in the story. Now on stage for the first time in all its splendour it will move the audience by its spectacle and creativity.”

Gauravv Chopra who is playing the lead actor sharing his excitement said:

“There is nothing that is more intense, more poignant, more tragic, more romantic and more passionate than ‘Devdas’ and that is the way that you have to do this. To be so immersed and so involved in something like this, I have had to put away many other shows and projects in the process.  When AGP World and Ashvin Gidwani (the producer) offered me the role, it was something that I happily said yes to. I am extremely glad that this is being put together by Saif Hyder Hasan. He is a magician, and I am so glad that he is doing this because I don’t know anybody else who would have done justice to this.

This Visual Extravaganza will be playing at NCPA from 16th Nov to 25th Nov .