Nepal, Jan. 11 -- In his directorial debut, James Dhakal's 'Bhatti Tales' is a quiet yet stirring exploration of home, relationships, and the unspoken distances that exist within intimacy. Set in a modest bhatti (inn or pub) run by Dilpana while her husband, Madhav, spends his days at work, the play unfolds through everyday routines that gradually reveal layers of grief, longing, and emotional survival.

Rooted in realism, 'Bhatti Tales' captures the subtle complexities of ordinary lives with remarkable sensitivity.

Encapsulating the vibrancy of Dilpana (Bedana Rai) and Madhav's (Sudam Ck) home, the play opens by showing the regularity of their everyday lives. In the absence of Madhav, who leaves for work each day, Dilpana runs 'Dilpana ...