Jashn-e-Qalam’s HAMAARI KAHAANI 

Fitrati Chor, adapted from the work of the legendary Rajasthani folklorist and writer Vijaydan Detha, explores the absurd and often tragic consequences of living truthfully in a world ruled by lies. Known for revitalising Rajasthani literature by transforming oral traditions into rich written narratives, Detha infuses the tale with earthy humour, moral complexity, and a deep understanding of human contradiction.
At its centre is a man born with an uncontrollable impulse to steal — a fittarat, a nature he cannot resist. Yet he is neither cunning nor malicious; rather, he is guileless, earnest, and painfully honest about his condition. In a society propped up by cheaters, hypocrites, and false saints, his truthfulness becomes intolerable. As he is punished not for theft but for candour, the story exposes the irony of a world that demands honesty and then destroys those who practice it.

Performed with nuance and intensity by Vicky Ahuja — whose extensive work across theatre, film, and television brings gravitas to the role — Fitrati Chor is a darkly comic and deeply human parable about morality, nature, and the dangerous weight of being truthful.

In Basayude ki Mariyam, celebrated Urdu writer and poet Asad Mohammad Khan — known for his lyrical prose and profound empathy — crafts a story that reaches beyond traditional boundaries of religion, belief, and identity. Through gentle storytelling and quietly powerful imagery, the piece reveals a vision of “God’s Nation,” a realm unburdened by the divisions humans so meticulously construct. Here, love is the only scripture, and compassion the only law.
Khan, honoured with prestigious recognitions including the Ahmed Nadeem Qasmi Noor-o-Nazm and Majlis-e-Farogh Urdu Adab Awards, brings the depth of a lifetime’s literary mastery to this narrative. It is a story that invites reflection — on how communities are built, how lines are drawn, and how love can dissolve both.

The performance is carried by KC Shankar, a seasoned actor of stage and screen whose body of work spans critically acclaimed series, films, and theatre productions. With emotional clarity and understated strength, he brings Khan’s delicate prose to life, creating a theatrical experience that is both intimate and universal.

Basayude ki Mariyam ultimately becomes a quiet but profound affirmation of humanity — a reminder that beyond every boundary stands the simple, radical grace of love.