Marana Mrudanga

Marana Mrudanga: Experience the Intense Kannada Drama Live in Mysuru

Step into a world of powerful storytelling with “Marana Mrudanga,” a critically acclaimed Kannada play written and directed by the renowned Rajendra Karanth. Performed by Abhiyenthararu Mysuru—a unique theatre group comprised of engineers—this play is a highlight of the Abhiyenthararu National Festival.

Marana Mrudanga is a profound existential exploration that delves into the enigmatic interplay between human will and inevitable fate. The plot follows a powerful Chief Minister who, after a decade of perceived invincibility, must confront his own mortality following a sudden diagnosis. Using a fantastical, parable-like structure, the play serves as a striking study of human greed, madness, and eventual redemption.