AKBAR BIRBAL

By MTG editorial

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Writer : Paritosh Painter

Director : Paritosh Painter

Cast : Ali Asgar, Vishaal Kotian, Delnaaz Irani, Nyra Banerjee, Farzil Padriwalla, Pawan Singh, Yashkant Sharma & Harshall Kamat

AKBAR BIRBAL Story :

Paritosh Painter's Latest Hysterical Historical Comedy Musical Play is Set in the opulent court of the Mughal Empire, #AKBAR@BIRBAL follows the daily chaos that Emperor Akbar must face "not from his enemies, but from his own "loving" family and his ever-resourceful adviser, Birbal. Emperor Akbar, a wise and mighty ruler, is losing patience with his clueless yet overly affectionate son, Shahzada Salim, who dreams of marrying the beautiful court dancer, Anarkali, despite his complete lack of suitability for the throne.

As if Salim’s antics weren’t enough, Akbar’s devoted wife, Rani Jodha Bai, is relentless in her demands for Akbar to dote on their son. Adding to the royal headache is Akbar's brother-in-law, who also happens to be the bumbling military chief. This irksome relative can’t resist calling the emperor “Jijaji” in formal court sessions, further testing Akbar’s patience.

Caught in the middle of it all is Birbal, Akbar’s trusted adviser. With razor-sharp wit and wisdom beyond his years, Birbal deftly manoeuvres Akbar out of absurd situations, be they courtly mishaps, Salim’s romantic fantasies, or the series of bizarre threats from a hidden enemy seeking revenge against the emperor. Birbal’s wisdom and charm keep Akbar’s empire afloat "and his philosophies even resonate with today’s world.

This laugh-out-loud musical comedy is infused with a blend of Gen Z gadgets and lingo, creating a fusion of historical setting and modern hilarity. Featuring dazzling dances, witty wordplay, and hilariously impossible predicaments, #AKBAR@BIRBAL is a rollercoaster of wit, wisdom, and mischief that will keep audiences of all ages laughing from start to finish.

AKBAR BIRBAL Play Schedule(s)

7:30 PM, Sat, March 1

Nehru Center , Mumbai (map link)

7:30 PM, Sat, March 8

Tata Theater: NCPA , Mumbai (map link)

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