Pratik Gandhi Returns To Stage With Two Plays At Prithvi Theatre, Mumbai

Pratik Gandhi, known for his breakthrough performance in the web series ‘Scam 1992’, returned to his theatrical roots this weekend with two plays performed at the iconic Prithvi Theatre in Mumbai.

The actor shared his joy on Instagram, posting an image of himself on stage during what appears to be a performance. “A weekend spent on stage. 2 plays, 3 shows, full house and fuller heart. Gratitude 🙏🏼,” Gandhi wrote in his caption, clearly emotional about the experience.

Theatrical Homecoming

The critically acclaimed actor performed in two different languages – “Mohan Ka Masala” in Hindi and “Hunchand Rakant Bakshi” in Gujarati. The performances were staged in collaboration with IU Production and producer Manoj Shah, both of whom Gandhi tagged in his post.

What makes this theatrical return particularly noteworthy is that despite his rising film career, Gandhi continues to honor his roots in theater. The image shows him fully engaged in performance, highlighting his versatility as an actor who moves comfortably between stage and screen.

Balancing Stage And Screen

Before becoming a household name with his portrayal of stockbroker Harshad Mehta in ‘Scam 1992’, Pratik Gandhi was already an established name in Gujarati theater. According to his Wikipedia profile, he has performed in numerous plays and has over 1,800 stage shows to his credit, showcasing his deep commitment to the theatrical arts.

The actor has maintained this connection even as his film career flourishes. Recently, Gandhi has been busy promoting his upcoming film ‘Phule’, where he portrays social reformer Jyotiba Phule alongside actress Patralekhaa. The film’s trailer was recently released, with the movie set to hit theaters on April 25, 2025.

Just days before his theatrical performances, Gandhi shared the release of the song “Dhun Lagi” from the film, indicating his ability to balance promotional duties for his screen projects while still making time for his passion for theater.

Multi-faceted Talent

Gandhi’s recent social media activity also reveals his involvement in various other projects. He recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of ‘Madgaon Express’, a comedy film directed by Kunal Kemmu in which he starred alongside Divyenndu and Avinash Tiwary.

Additionally, he appeared on the show “Curtain Call with Aahana Kumra” alongside his wife Bhamini Oza Gandhi, where the couple discussed their artistic journey and partnership. The episode, filmed at The Club Mumbai, was released on YouTube on April 4th.

The actor has also been promoting “Ideabaaz Dangal,” a platform for entrepreneurs to pitch their business ideas, showing his support for innovation and startups.

Return To Roots

Gandhi’s return to Prithvi Theatre is particularly significant given the venue’s importance in Indian theater. Founded by Prithviraj Kapoor, Prithvi Theatre has long been a cultural landmark that has nurtured countless theatrical talents.

For an actor of Gandhi’s caliber to perform at this venue, especially while juggling a busy film career, speaks to his dedication to the art form that gave him his start. The full house mentioned in his post indicates that audiences are equally enthusiastic about seeing him perform live.

As Pratik Gandhi continues to make waves in Indian cinema with upcoming projects like ‘Phule’, his weekend at Prithvi Theatre serves as a reminder of the versatile talent that first brought him recognition. For this actor, it seems, no amount of screen success will ever disconnect him from the immediacy and intimacy of live performance.

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