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MAHABALI: Musical Brings Divine Hero to Life
28 Sep
Summary
- MAHABALI is a Broadway-style musical focusing on Hanuman's journey.
- The production combines Indian arts with modern stagecraft.
- It explores Hanuman's devotion, humility, and selfless service.
A groundbreaking theatrical production titled MAHABALI is set to premiere this Dussehra, reimagining the epic Ramayana by centering the narrative on Lord Hanuman. This Broadway-style musical, produced by Randhir Ranjan Roy and Abhishek Narayan, promises a unique fusion of theatre, music, visual effects, and traditional Indian performance arts.
The production draws inspiration from India's rich mythology, indigenous martial arts, and folklore. It aims to explore Hanuman's journey through the lenses of devotion, loyalty, humility, and selfless service, moving beyond his warrior persona to showcase his emotional and spiritual depth. This approach offers a nuanced portrayal of his relationship with Lord Rama.
Producers aspire to elevate Indian mythological theatre to international standards with MAHABALI, employing advanced stagecraft and audio-video techniques. The musical features a diverse cast, including Aankiet Mohan as Hanuman and Arya Babbar as Ravan. The original soundtrack boasts contributions from renowned artists like Kailash Kher, Shaan, Raghu Dixit, and Amit Gupta.
MAHABALI is scheduled for a two-show premiere in Mumbai on October 18, 2026, at Jamshed Bhabha Theatre, NCPA. Further performances will occur in Mumbai on October 24, 2026, at the Nehru Centre, and the production will then travel to Bengaluru on November 14, 2026.
