Fafund (फफूंद)
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National School of Drama, New Delhi
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फफूंद (Fafund) is a theatrical adaptation of a story by Salaam Bin Razzak, a noted Hindi writer. The play explores the gradual decay of human relationships, emotional isolation, memory, and the psychological effects of neglect. The metaphor of "fungus" represents the silent accumulation of fear, resentment, and social deterioration that grows unnoticed until it consumes individuals and relationships. Adapted as a direction scenework, the production focuses on transforming literary fiction into a compelling stage performance through actor training, visual storytelling, and dramatic interpretation.
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Neelam Maansingh Choudhary is one of India's foremost theatre directors, celebrated for blending traditional Indian performance forms with contemporary theatrical practices. Her work emphasizes actor-centred performance, visual storytelling, and innovative staging.
Owes M. D. Khan is a theatre practitioner and direction student at the National School of Drama. As part of the Final Year Direction programme, he designed and directed फफूंद (Fafund), adapting Salaam Bin Razzak's story into a theatrical production. His work demonstrates training in script adaptation, actor direction, stage composition, and visual storytelling, reflecting the practical approach to theatre direction fostered by the National School of Drama.
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National School of Drama. (2023, October 6). फफूंद (Fafund) [Direction scenework performance]. Based on the story by Salaam Bin Razzak; designed and directed by Owes M. D. Khan; guided by Neelam Maansingh Choudhary; assistant guidance by Vansh Bhardwaj. National School of Drama, New Delhi.
