We're super happy to announce that two new actors are joining the crazy External Affairs family. On 30th May at Artisan Coterie and 7th June at Rangshila, a fresh pairing of Arjun and Insia takes the stage.
Any guesses?
Hint: Tickets available on BookMyShow and akvarious.com
Production #91 has been a joyful experience. And we're super proud of it. A casual conversation with Kashin Shetty last year somehow, super organically, became a wonderful play. With atmosphere, and jump scares, and humour, and heart. And child actors, for the very first time in Akvarious history.
Kashin, hats off, you've outdone yourself.
Lisha, you're the support system dreams are made of.
To the crew - you were phenomenal. Thank you.
To the cast - its almost a crime when such good people are such good performers. Or maybe that's why it works.
To the audience - we love that you loved it. We will have more shows. Please spread the love.
TALES AROUND THE BONFIRE.
Happy to say, we have a play.
Photographs by resident cutie @_shraddhadabral_
305 Galli Mantola — a funny and tender portrait of a neighbourhood and a nation struggling to hold on.
May 16 at 7:30pm at The Cube, @nmacc.india . Get your tickets now!
This weekend, on 9th & 10th May, join us for Tales Around The Bonfire at @prithvitheatre . A somewhat spooky and kinda kooky play for kids of all ages where a group of students discover that some stories have a strange way of becoming real! 🔥🪵
Book your tickets now!
CREDITS
Written and directed by
Kashin Shetty
Associate Director Lisha Bajaj
Featuring Abhay Kaul, Abhinay Bansod, Avirat Parekh, and Lisha Bajaj with Arnav Shah Kumar, Kashvi Atal, Mehek Sharma, Mrinmayee Kuber, Nishika Chandarana, Oishi Mitro, Rudransh Das, Shlok Shetty, and Shrija Watts
Costume Design by Pallavi Patel @pallavipatelcostume
Light Design by Akarsh Khurana
Sound Design by Varrunn Bangera
Stage Design by Saatvika Kantamneni
Music Composed by Riteish Rahi @retroriteish
Lyrics by Rameez, Bebaaq
@bebaaqbhimesh@shayarrameez
Vocals by Saini Masuma, Shraddha, Reet @shraddha_mohite10@masumas_click
Studio: RiKraft Studio Garage
Stage Management by Ayush Yadav and Yukti Verma
Produced by Akarsh Khurana and Saatvika Kantamneni for Akvarious Productions
{horror, drama, theatre, children’s play, comedy, friendships, courage, moral, humor, Prithvi}
EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
Completing 60 shows soon!
May 5 @ AntiSocial
May 9, 10 @ Prithvi Theatre
Get your tickets on akvarious.com and BookMyShow before we sell out! 🥳
Get your tickets for four Tuesdays this month at akvarious.com under Specials. Or click on the link in bio.
Where else can you enjoy a cool beer while enjoying a cool show?
26th & 27th April 2026, Sunday & Monday, 5.00 PM & 8.00 PM | Urban Theatre Project, Kolkata
Akvarious Productions Presents “Dekh Behen Part Two”
Playwright: Dilshad Edibam & Tahira Nath
Direction: Prerna Chawla & Shikha Talsania
Language: Hindi
Five years after the whirlwind events of the first chapter, the story returns with Dekh Behen 2, as Kanupriya—fondly known as Kannu—prepares to tie the knot in Jaipur. Set within the rigid confines of a strictly vegetarian, alcohol-free wedding dominated by orthodox in-laws and quietly judgmental guests, the stage is once again set for chaos of a different kind. The familiar gang of women reunites, determined to reclaim their space for laughter, rebellion, and unfiltered honesty. Older, though not necessarily wiser, they navigate shifting relationships, personal growth, and the evolving complexities of womanhood, all while holding on to the irreverent spirit that once defined them. Featuring Astha Arora, Dilshad Edibam, Lisha Bajaj, Preetika Chawla, Prerna Chawla, Rahul Gupta, Shikha Talsania, Tahira Nath, Neil Bhoopalam and others, this sequel retains the infectious energy of the original while delving into sharper, more contemporary concerns—making it a spirited and insightful celebration of enduring female friendship.
Set Design: Parth Varshney | Light Design: Yael Crishna | Sound Design: Varrunn Bangera | Costume Design: Pallavi Patel | Stage Management: Rahul Gupta | Produced: Akarsh Khurana and Saatvika Kantamneni
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