• Purba Paschim—the noted repertory theatre group known for its commitment to meaningful and creative stage productions—presents its new theatrical venture, inspired by the life, times, and poetic spirit of Shakti Chattopadhyay.

• This production journeys through the vibrant, restless era that shaped one of Bengal’s most powerful poetic voices, bringing alive Shakti’s world—his poetry, his friends, his loves, his anguish, and the bohemian camaraderie he shared with contemporaries like Sunil Gangopadhyay, Tarapada Roy, and others who defined an unforgettable literary generation.

• Written by Ujjwal Chattopadhyay , the play captures the pulse of an age when words were rebellion and poetry was life itself. The stage design and direction by Debshish Roy weave together the lyrical, the dramatic, and the deeply human to create an immersive experience that celebrates both the man and the myth of Shakti.

• Featuring the acclaimed Debshankar Halder in the central role, this production promises to be a rare meeting of theatre and poetry—where the rhythm of verse merges with the heartbeat of performance. Debshankar is supported by Soumitra Mitra, Partha Bhowmick and a group of energetic actors of Purba Paschim.

Join us as we celebrate the eternal Shakti—his fire, his tenderness, and his truth