India, March 27 -- On World Theatre Day today, Anupam Kher says the stage still unsettles him, in the best way. "Nervousness is still there. I don't eat on the day of a show, I'm petrified," admits the 71-year-old, adding that the fear is what keeps him "alive" as an actor. Calling theatre a necessity, he says, "It takes away the dust that can accumulate. the fear of no retake. Theatre is pure magic." The direct connection with the audience remains unmatched. "There is nothing in between. You feel palpitation. that means you are alive." Now returning to stage with Jaane Pehchaane Anjaane, he emphasises relatability. "I like to do plays where the audience identifies with the story. they should take away something from it." With an international tour across the US and Canada planned, Kher believes theatre's appeal is timeless. "Cultures may differ, but emotions remain the same. it's an experience that never gets old."...