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Bringing ‘Seto Dharti’ to life

From Kathmandu Post · (2d ago) English

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  • A stage adaptation of the novel 'Seto Dharti' is being presented at the Kantipur Theatre in Kathmandu.
  • The play explores themes of child marriage and women's silence, bridging generational voices.
  • Actress Benisha Hamal makes her theatre debut, portraying a character who experiences significant pain and silence.

The Kantipur Theatre is bringing Amar Nyaupane’s Madan Puraskar-winning novel, ‘Seto Dharti,’ to the stage, offering a compelling exploration of child marriage and the silenced experiences of women.

After 14 years of the book’s publication, the story is being presented as a play, bridging the voices of older generations with the new.

— Amar NyaupaneAuthor Amar Nyaupane explains the significance of adapting his novel into a play.

This adaptation, running until May 2, marks a significant moment for actress Benisha Hamal as she transitions from cinema to theatre. Director Sundar Dahal emphasizes the play's aim to connect past and present generations through its narrative and dialogues, posing critical questions about the lives women are forced to lead.

How can any woman live a life like this?

— Director Sundar DahalDirector Sundar Dahal describes the rhetorical question explored through the play's dialogues and setting.

Hamal herself describes her role as Tara not merely as acting, but as a profound personal journey, resonating with the character's pain, silence, and struggles. The power of Tara's story, she notes, lies significantly in its unspoken elements. The production, also featuring actress Rekha Thapa as producer, promises an engaging theatrical experience for audiences eager to witness this literary work brought to life.

Impersonating Tara is not just about acting but also a deep interpersonal experience, one that involves sharing similar pain, silence, and struggles with the character.

— Benisha HamalActress Benisha Hamal reflects on her personal connection to the character she portrays.
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