Theatre

Upatsumbh was the only Marathi play selected for  IPTA National Theatre Festival 2026 and performed on Friday, 22nd May, 2026 at 7 Pm at Mysore Association Auditorium, Matunga, Mumbai in front of Esteemed theatre personalities and loved ones. The play is produced by IPTA Nashik and written by Yogi G. 

UPATSUMBH (उपटस ुंभ) 

Upatsumbh is a satirical comedy-drama that peels back the shiny veneer of the entertainment industry to reveal the gritty, cutthroat machinery underneath. The play follows four struggling artists as they navigate a world that demands everything and promises nothing. They are "small-town fish" swimming aimlessly in a vast, indifferent Arabian Sea, fueled by a brand of fame and attraction that is as toxic as it is intoxicating. As they chase the hollow highs of fame, fortune, and recognition, the play poses a haunting question: At what point does the pursuit of a dream turn into the loss of a soul? Their shared heritage adds a layer of poignant irony. Hailing from Nashik, they carry the heavy weight of a glorious cultural and emotional legacy on their shoulders. They come from the cradle of Indian cinema—the land of Dadasaheb Phalke and the home of literary giants like Kusumagraj and Kanetkar. In the Maya Nagari of a ruthless hustle, they are forced to confront their own identities: Are they truly the successors of these legends, or are they merely ghosts lost in the city’s bright lights? Upatsumbh is a high-energy roller coaster ride through the absurdities of show business. It will make you laugh at the madness of the industry, while ensuring you feel the sharp sting of reality before the ride is over. It is a tribute to the dreamer, a critique of the "fame game," and a mirror held up to the cost of making it big. 

Hinsalay ( 2020) - Writer & Co director

Ashoka Global Academy Execllence Day Play 2026