Hasya Kala Drama Group is a Hindi and Sindhi language theater group that is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It was started by play writer, director and producer, Narendra Sadhwani[1][2] with the idea of promoting amateurs and motivating local talent to exhibit their acting skills.[3] 'Hasya' is a Sanskrit word for 'laughter' and 'Kala' means 'art' in Hindi.
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| Address | Dubai United Arab Emirates |
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| Owner | Narendra Sadhwani |
| Type | Hindi and Sindhi Suspense Comedy |
| Opened | October 21, 1992 |
| Years active | 1992 - Present |
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Since its inception on October 21, 1992, the group has entertained its audience with a genre of suspense comedy and has successfully staged 21 well received dramas at various locations in Dubai.
The group has more than 80 members, including actors, on and off-stage coordinators and volunteers.[4] Mrs. Geeta Sadhwani plays a vital role in managing the group and oversees its rehearsal activities.
Promoting the Sindhi Language
editIn 2002, the group staged its first full-length Sindhi drama. By 2006, four Sindhi dramas were staged. This was highly appraised by the Sindhi Ceremonial Center, Dubai, which presented shields to all the artists on 23 April 2006 for their memorable performance and hard work in the third sindhi drama, Hiku Ajeebu Khel BLACKMAIL. The center also honored the writer, director, producer and founder of the group by presenting him with a Certificate towards his contribution in promoting the “Sindhi” language and also working for the cause of Sindhi community.
Celebrating 25 years
editThe group celebrated its twenty five years of success on October 21, 2017.
List of Dramas
editHindi Dramas
edit| Drama | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Dil Ki Chot Pyaar Ka Vote | 6th Dec 1992 | Astoria Hotel, Dubai |
| Viraasat Mein Hiraasat | 14th Feb 1993 | Astoria Hotel, Dubai |
| Laila Ki Daud... Majnu Ki Oar | 9 May 1993 | Astoria Hotel, Dubai |
| Ek Ajeeb Khel... Blackmail | 21st Nov 1993 | Astoria Hotel, Dubai |
| Viraasat Mein Hiraasat | 16 April 1994 | Astoria Hotel, Dubai |
| Seedhe Raaste Tedhi Chaal | 27th Dec 1994 | Astoria Hotel, Dubai |
| Seedhe Raaste Tedhi Chaal[2] | 13th Mar 2009 | Sheikh Rashid Auditorium, The Indian High School, Dubai |
| Aish Without... Cash[5] | 27 May 2010 | Sheikh Rashid Auditorium, The Indian High School, Dubai |
Sindhi Dramas
edit| Drama | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Manju Ta Manju... Na Ta Ta Vanju[6] | 2nd Dec 2002 | Emirates Theater, Dubai |
| Virasaata Mein Hirasaata[3] | 6 May 2005 | Crowne Plaza Hotel, Dubai |
| Hiku Ajeebu Khel BLACKMAIL[1] | 14th Apr 2006 | Crowne Plaza Hotel, Dubai |
| Dill Ji Chot... Pyaarra Jo Vote | 22nd Dec 2006 | Centerpoint Theater, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai |
Fusion Dramas
edit| Drama | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Majboori Ki Maar... Ker Kare Inkaar[7] | 25th Dec 2015 | Sheikh Rashid Auditorium, The Indian High School, Dubai |
References
edit- ^ a b "Sindhi suspense comedy". khaleejtimes.com. 10 April 2006. Retrieved 2020-03-21.
- ^ a b "Group stages play involving suspense, comedy". gulfnews.com. 13 March 2009. Retrieved 2020-03-21.
- ^ a b "Where there is a "will" there is a play". www.hasyakala.com. 6 May 2005. Retrieved 2020-03-21.
- ^ "Street Talk: Insurance agent who loves performing arts". www.khaleejtimes.com. 27 Oct 2016. Retrieved 2021-01-12.
- ^ "House of Love". www.hasyakala.com. 13 March 2009. Retrieved 2020-03-21.
- ^ "Theatre festival for Al Noor". gulfnews.com. 24 November 2002. Retrieved 2020-03-21.
- ^ "Sindhi-Hindi play in Dubai". www.khaleejtimes.com. 17 Dec 2015. Retrieved 2021-01-12.
