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This episode is a discussion on the key topics of Naatak Radio's presentation of "Sava Ser Gehun" by Munshi Premchand. Listen to the episode here.

This episode analyzes the themes of exploitation and systemic injustice in this story. How did a small debt lead to lifelong bonded labor? Explore the role of social and religious pressure on Shankar. And more importantly, what does "sava ser" really mean?

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Naatak Radio is back with an all new Season 4!

Our parent theater company, Naatak, is staging its 118th production: Munshi Premchand's TALES OF RESISTANCE. Apr 3 - 26, 2026 at the Starbright Theater in Campbell.

To celebrate this, we'll present a few of Premchand's classic stories in the next few episodes. In this episode, presenting, SAVA SER GEHUN. This story recounts the tragic downfall of Shankar, a virtuous and simple farmer who falls into a terminal trap of debt slavery. After borrowing a small amount of wheat to feed a visiting monk, he fails to formally repay a local priest, leading to an exponentially inflated debt years later. Despite Shankar's extreme sacrifices and frugality, the predatory interest rates turn a minor favor into an inescapable financial burden. The narrative illustrates how systemic exploitation and religious guilt force the protagonist into lifelong bonded labor. How does this cycle end? Listen to Munshi Premchand's sharp social commentary, especially at the end of the episode. DO NOT MISS THE ENDING!

If you like the episode do tune into the next episode where we discuss the finer details of this story.

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Naatak presents SULTANA DAKU

Sep 6-28 2025

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The moon is looking to upgrade its law enforcement and they reach out to the friendly Indian government who sends its most accomplished officer, Inspector Matadeen. Will Matadeen improve the lunar police efficiency?

Performed by Vineet Mishra

Background Music: Meditative Mind

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A light-hearted narrative written by Malti Joshi and performed by Priyanka Nimkar talks about a girl and her mother. The mother is in search of prospects for her daughter. The daughter is very choosy. But one day she meets someone special.
Listen to the full episode to know what happens after?

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Apni Apni Bimari by Harishankar Parsai masterfully explores the nuanced landscape of human suffering through the lens of satire. This story unveils the peculiar and often ironic hierarchies of problems people face in life—from those who lament their financial hardships over taxes while living comfortably, to those who struggle for basic needs, and the inescapable burden of small-scale troubles that seem monumental to those bearing them. Parsai's storytelling highlights the relativity of pain and how one’s perspective shapes their sense of struggle. Join us as we delve into this comedic yet poignant narrative that examines how people cling to their unique "illnesses" while yearning for greater struggles that symbolize status and privilege. The result is an insightful, relatable portrayal that sparks both laughter and reflection on the human condition.

Performed by Vikas Dhurka

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This beautiful narrative written by Fahim Azmi ji and performed by Priyanka Nimkar talks about a village separated due to certain events.
Listen to the full episode to know, will the distance create differences or will actually bring the people closer than ever.

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Presenting the much awaited soundtrack of Naatak's 110th production: Vrindavan!

These songs are recorded live during VRINDAVAN's staging in September 2024. VRINDAVAN is a grand musical, juxtaposing the colorful love of Radha and Krishna with the stark existence of Vrindavan widows, told through humor and wit, the bhajans of Meera Bai and the grace of classical Kathak. Inspired by a real life incident.

Play Credits:
Written and Directed by Sujit Saraf
Original lyrics by Sujit Saraf
Producer and Dance Choreographed by Soumya Agastya
Composer and music director, Nachiketa Yakkundi


Artists:
Vocals: Nachiketa Yakkundi, Amit Shenoy, Ritesh Nayak,
Anitha Dixit, Poonam Yakkundi, Richa Pareek
Organ: Anand Karve
Tabla: Ajay Sundar Raj
Flute: Arjun Bharadwaj
Guitar: Ritesh Nayak

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