Barun Das, Anupam Kher and Arpita Chatterjee
A performance of the play 'My Name is Jaan' was organized at Bal Gandharva Theater in Bandra, Mumbai on Friday. Arpita Chatterjee plays the lead role in this drama based on the life of famous dancer and singer Gauhar Jaan. Many dignitaries including famous actor Anupam Kher, TV9 Network MD and CEO Barun Das and actress Juhi Babbar were present to watch the drama.
On this occasion, famous actor Anupam Kher praised the drama and Arpita Chatterjee's performance. He said that today as an actor I can say that I have learned a lot from watching this play. It was an unforgettable evening for Arpita Chatterjee. Anupam Kher and Arpita have portrayed the character of Gauhar Jaan very well.
Anupam Kher praised Arpita's performance
During this, Anupam Kher became very emotional. He said I first came here in 1981 to do my job as a teacher. I had come on foot that day and even today due to the traffic jam I had to walk. Kher said if you want to come to the theater you will have to walk. Kher shed light on all the nuances of the work. He said Arpita's performance was good.
It's been a long time since I've seen such a diverse range of emotions. As a fellow artist, I feel that Arpita has an amazing ability to convey voice and drama. Everything he sang was incredible. I felt strange sitting in the front row. When I'm doing a performance and someone I know is sitting in the front, I ask them to go and sit in the back.
Juhi Babbar also praised Arpita
Actress Juhi Babbar also praised Arpita's performance. He said my old friend Arpita has acted in this play. Anoop (Soni) had done a Bengali film many years ago. Arpita was Anoop's heroine. Their friendship is very old. When he came to Mumbai, he called me and I came to see the play. Arpita is a very intelligent actress. She looked very different in the drama. His acting has become quite strong. Doing something about your culture and your artists is a very important thing. should be done. you need it. We have to do something. Juhi Babbar said we are only chasing Western.
He said Arpita performed for one and a half hours. He has done an incredible performance. An artist is an artist. Men and women are not like that. I also have a monologue, so I know how much work is involved. I know how to connect with the audience. Juhi says I think whatever Arpita does will be great.
What did Barun Das say about the drama?
Barun Das, writer of the play and CEO and CEO of TV9 Network, also expressed his opinion. Anupam ji, you said I was sitting at the front, so I must have felt a little strange, but as I was looking at all this, I was wondering if I sit somewhere between all these things. We do business. We see gains and losses, but every time I come to these types of programs, I really feel that we are contributing less to some things in society.
He further said that I have been a part of this drama since day one. I have also suggested changes to the script many times to the director. Arpita Chatterjee's contribution in this drama is truly remarkable. Not just Arpita, but everyone, from the director of this play to the background artist, has worked very hard. Seeing this work will truly be a wonderful experience for the audience.
Barun Das, MD & CEO of TV9 Network with Anupam Kher
He has confidence in my performance, something very important to me- Arpita
It was a source of happiness for Arpita when Anupam Kher openly praised Arpita's performance. Arpita reacted after listening to Anupam Kher. The premiere of my play 'My name is Jaan' was a great success. He blessed me. I am grateful to you for this. Anupam Kher is a veteran and famous actor. At the same time, Arpita said, it is really important for me that he has faith in my performance. Not only Anupam Kher but also veteran Bengali film actress Rituparna Sengupta also came to watch the play. He also praised Arpita's performance. Apart from this, famous actress Juhi Chawla also praised Arpita's performance.
'My Name is Jaan' was launched in Mumbai on October 25. In this drama, Gauhar Jaan's character, his struggle, his life and that period have come alive. Arpita Chatterjee's performance brought Gauhar Jaan's era to life. The life of a wonderful artist came before the public. Gauhar Jaan was the first singer who shaped Indian classical music. She was the first Indian artist whose song was recorded on a gramophone.
While watching the show 'My name is Jaan'
Who is Arpita Chatterjee?
The star of this show Arpita Chatterjee is a powerful actress. In addition to being a trained classical dancer, she is also a skilled singer. She first participated in the prestigious beauty pageant 'Sananda Tilottama' in India in 1997 and won the contest. His career spans two decades. He has acted in more than 50 films in Bengali, Hindi, Bhojpuri and Oriya, which is why he has been successful in playing the character of Gauhar Jaan.
The play 'My Name is Jaan' is written by Abanti Chakraborty and Barun Das, MD and CEO of TV9 Network. The choreography of the work has been done by Raktim Goswami. The play 'My name is Jaan' has a duration of 1 hour 45 minutes. This Diwali is a unique gift for all linguistic theater lovers.
The next shows of 'My Name Is Jaan' will be held here and here…
- October 27, 2024 – Balgandharva Rangamandir, Mumbai
- August 24, 2024 – Stadttheater, Gmunden, Austria
- December 6, 2024: GD Birla Auditorium, Kolkata
- January 17-18, 2025 – Shri Ram Centre, Delhi
- January 24, 2025 – Hyderabad
- February 8, 2025: Kala Mandir, Kolkata
- February 23, 2025: GD Birla Auditorium, Kolkata
- April 13, 2025 The Rose, Brampton, Canada
