Mukhyamatri

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Drama: Mukhyamatri 

Artists: Mukhyamatri Chandru, Manjunath Hegde, Srinivas Meshtru

Director: B.V.Rajaram

Language: Kannada

Troupe: Kalagangotri

If one is Kannadiga he/she is bound to know Mukhyamantri Chandru. Having heard about this drama for so long we're able to see it this year. This is their 41st year running the show. We couldn't recall the exact number of the show, but kind of sure that it is more than 750.

This was originally a novel of same name by Chanakya Sen. From Hindi it was translated from another Kannada thespian T.S.Lohitashwa. During which he didn't change the last names of characters, hence we could hear Dubey, Tripati, etc.

Chief minister of Udayachal, Krishna Dwaipayana (Chandru) is concerned about losing his position as his rivals are rallying up against him. He must act cautiously to retain his chair and is determined to go to any length.

Chandru though little weak and old, on stage he has the same charisma way better than the silver screen. The leader of opposition was played by Manjunath Hegde. We know him from Kannada serials like Guptagamini and Moodala Mane.

Stage is awash with whites of divans and bolsters, party uniforms and caps. A hilarious drama that cackled us throughout the act.

Must watch for theater enthusiasts.