Guwahati, May 31 -- Written by Prantik Deka

In the vibrant theatrical landscape of Assam, renowned playwright Arun Sarma occupies a distinguished position. Among Sarma's most widely discussed dramatic works, Anupam Andhar, translated as Dark is Beautiful, stands out as a significant contemporary Assamese play. First published in 2013, it also remains one of the last major full-length scripts in his remarkable literary career. As a playwright, Arun Sarma has distinguished himself through this work, which invites considerable reflection.

Noted theatre director Manik Roy recently staged Anupam Andhar at the Surjya Club Auditorium, presented by the Guwahati Sishu Natya Vidyalaya (GSNV), a prominent theatrical institution. The production fea...