MAHESH DATTANI Flashcards
What are Mahesh Dattani’s primary professions?
Mahesh Dattani is a playwright, director, and screenwriter.
What themes does Mahesh Dattani’s work often address?
Mahesh Dattani’s work often addresses themes such as gender, sexuality, identity, tradition, and societal norms.
What notable achievement did Mahesh Dattani accomplish in Indian literature?
Mahesh Dattani received the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1998 for his contributions to Indian literature.
What is significant about Mahesh Dattani’s portrayal of homosexuality in Indian theatre?
Mahesh Dattani was the first Indian English playwright to tackle the subject of homosexuality.
Name some of Mahesh Dattani’s notable plays.
Some of Mahesh Dattani’s notable plays include “Final Solutions,” “Dance Like a Man,” “Tara,” and “On a Muggy Night in Mumbai.”
What are some of the films directed by Mahesh Dattani?
Some of the films directed by Mahesh Dattani include “Mango Souffle” and “Morning Raaga.”
What was Mahesh Dattani’s career path before fully committing to theatre?
Before fully committing to theatre, Mahesh Dattani pursued a career in advertising
How did Mahesh Dattani’s upbringing influence his exploration of societal issues?
Mahesh Dattani’s upbringing in a conservative Gujarati-speaking family influenced his exploration of societal issues.
