Some artists perform. Safdar Hashmi provoked. A playwright, poet and worker, he did not just tell stories – he fought with him. As the founder of Jana Nataya Manch (Janam), he designed naked corruption, inequality and exploitation during Indira Gandhi’s era, bold, politically charged demonstrations, as a weapon, as a weapon.
His art was disregarded. And on 1 January 1989, he paid the final value for it and performed the medium for the courage to speak the truth for the power.
In this dramatic episode of Qisse kahaniyaanSafdar Hashmi’s spirit returns – his voice, his struggle, his unwavering fire – was inspired to life through a powerful performance.
As Safdar has narrated his story with Alif’s story, we find out the journey of a person who never returned.
Was Safdar Hashmi only a playwright, or the voice of a revolution?
His words ignited the mind, his stage was on the streets, and his legacy is still echoed.
Tune to listen to her story.
Anchor and Script: Athar rather
Safdar Hashmi’s voice: Siddharth Saratha
sound design: Athar rather
Executive Creator: Ritu Kapoor, Shelli Walia
