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New Colleges Rewrite Firodia Karandak Rules
25 Feb
Summary
- MIT AOE Alandi won big with a production on filmmaker Baburao Painter.
- MIT World Peace University used rap to address sexual harassment.
- PCCOE's all-girls team explored Begum Akhtar's life with movement and music.
The 2026 Firodia Karandak theatre competition marked a departure from tradition, showcasing new colleges and innovative performance styles. MIT AOE Alandi triumphed with 'Cinema Camera,' a production delving into the life of filmmaker Baburao Painter, earning accolades for writing, direction, and music. This win highlighted a generational shift, with many first-year students involved.
Experimentation thrived as MIT World Peace University's 'Rapta' employed rap as its primary narrative tool to discuss sexual harassment, securing second place. The production drew inspiration from Dharavi's hip-hop scene. PCCOE's 'Akhtari,' an all-girls production about Begum Akhtar, was celebrated for its strong physical storytelling and live music, capturing third place and a Special Award.
