Mohan Agashe Explores Why Classics Like 'Adhe Adhure' Endure

Mohan Agashe, a recipient of the Padma Shri and Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, has had a distinguished career in theatre, film, and television. He also served as the Director General of the Film and Television Institute of India in Pune. In a recent interview, Agashe reflected on his theatre journey and his role in Mohan Rakesh's renowned play 'Adhe Adhure'. The seasoned actor believes that plays like 'Adhe Adhure', which explore universal themes, will stand the test of time.

Agashe's foray into theatre was unplanned. It started when he portrayed Amal in Rabindranath Tagore's 'Daak Ghar' during Tagore's birth centenary celebration. His love for theatre grew after meeting acclaimed theatre director and actor Jabbar Patel at a one-act play competition in Pune. Agashe joined an amateur theatre group and performed with them daily, finding immense satisfaction despite not earning any money.

In the Zee Theatre teleplay 'Adhe Adhure', Agashe portrays a multifaceted character. He believes the play is timeless because it delves into universal themes such as the differing perspectives of men and women on life. This is why classics by Kalidasa and Shakespeare have endured over time.

Archiving Teleplays

Agashe also discussed the importance of archiving teleplays like 'Adhe Adhure'. He feels that plays transcending time and space should be preserved both academically and artistically. While the play is already archived in book format, televising these old plays in new ways ensures their essence remains intact while their presentation evolves.

The teleplay 'Adhe Adhure' also features Lillete Dubey, Ira Dubey, and Rajeev Siddhartha. It will be available for viewing on Airtel Theatre, Dish TV Rangmanch Active & D2h Rangmanch Active on 27th June 2024.