AMI ARTS FESTIVAL, Kolkata Centre for Creativity is delighted to host Saanp Seedhi, a darkly comic thriller adapted from Anthony Shaffer’s celebrated play Sleuth, directed by Shubhrajyoti Barat. 

• The story begins when Anil Wadhwa learns of his wife’s affair. Instead of reacting with anger, he politely invites her lover, Mayank Tiwari, for a conversation. But beneath the polite surface lies a sinister battle of egos, manipulation, and revenge. What follows is a dangerous contest of wit and will, where every word and silence could shift the balance of power. 

• With Kumud Mishra and Sumeet Vyas in stellar performances, Saanp Seedhi promises an evening of suspense, satire, and razor-sharp dialogue that will keep audiences riveted. 

ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE 

• Saanp Seedhi is a gripping dark comedy that unravels the twisted mind games between a husband, his wife, and her lover. When Anil Wadhwa discovers his wife’s affair, he invites her lover Mayank Tiwari into his home. What begins as a civilised conversation quickly spirals into a dangerous game of deceit, pride, and revenge. 

• Adapted from Anthony Shaffer’s Tony Award-winning Sleuth, director Shubhrajyoti Barat presents an unpredictable psychological thriller filled with razor-sharp dialogue, humour, and unexpected turns. Starring Kumud Mishra and Sumeet Vyas, this production keeps audiences guessing till the very last move. 

ABOUT THE DIRECTOR 

• Shubhrajyoti Barat is an acclaimed actor, director, and writer, trained at the National School of Drama (NSD), New Delhi. With a career spanning stage, cinema, and television, he is known for his psychological depth and sharp clarity in storytelling.

• As a director, his works often explore the human mind under pressure, while as an actor, he is widely recognized for his roles in films and web series. His versatility makes him one of the most dynamic presences in Indian theatre and film today.