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Sisir Kumar Bhaduri

Indian playwright

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Sisir Kumar Bhaduri was a pioneering figure in Indian theatre, introducing the first elements of realism in the 1920s. He is noted for his refined acting style and memorable performances as the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb and the philosopher-politician Chanakya at his Srirangam Theatre. Bhaduri's work significantly influenced the development of modern Indian theatre, moving it towards more naturalistic portrayals.1

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