Mohan Agashe Reveals Why 'Plays Like 'Adhe Adhure' & Works Of Kalidas, Shakespeare Will Persist'

Mohan Agashe, a Padma Shri awardee and Sangeet Natak Akademi Award winner, has had an illustrious career in theatre, film, and television. He has also served as the Director General of the Film and Television Institute of India in Pune. In a recent interview, Agashe discussed his journey in theatre and his role in Mohan Rakesh's acclaimed play 'Adhe Adhure'. The veteran actor believes that plays like 'Adhe Adhure', which address universal themes, will endure over time.

Mohan Agashe's Journey in Theatre

Agashe's entry into theatre was not planned. It began when he played Amal in Rabindranath Tagore's 'Daak Ghar' during Tagore's birth centenary celebration. His passion for theatre continued to grow after meeting renowned theatre director and actor Jabbar Patel during 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.

'Adhe Adhure': A Timeless Classic

In the Zee Theatre teleplay 'Adhe Adhure', Agashe plays a complex character. He believes the play is timeless because it addresses universal themes such as the differences between male and female perspectives on life. This is why classics by Kalidasa and Shakespeare have survived over time.

Archiving Teleplays

Agashe also shared his thoughts on archiving teleplays like 'Adhe Adhure'. He believes that plays that transcend time and space should be preserved both academically and artistically. While the play is already preserved in book format, televising these old plays in new ways ensures their soul 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.