Natyaranger Sangi by Debatosh Ghosh [Hardcover]

This book is based on the author's long career in theater. It comprises eleven essays that include memories with renowned individuals as well as recollections of short-lived actors in the theater scene. The first essay details the various successes and struggles of the Bahurupi theater group over seven decades. It includes memories and experiences with figures like Ashok Sen, Badal Sarkar, Shambhu Mitra, and Tripti Mitra. The essay titled "Araler Manush" features the multi-talented stage designer Khaled Choudhury. The production of Rabindranath Tagore's "Raktakarabi" is described as a unique history. The author's involvement in the production, along with the proximity to Shambhu Mitra and Tripti Mitra, is detailed. The book also narrates the author's experiences in films, including those directed by Mrinal Sen and Roland Joffe. The entire book is rich with varied incidents and memorable anecdotes.