India, Feb. 1 -- This weekend, the city's theatre lovers are in for a rare treat-two strikingly different yet equally compelling plays by two of India's most celebrated playwrights, Shanta Gokhale and Mahesh Elkunchwar will be staged. Though close friends, their approaches to storytelling couldn't be more distinct.

Elkunchwar's works delve into the psychological and emotional conflicts of individuals. His plays, often marked by intense character studies and explorations of existential dilemmas, offer a deeply introspective experience. On the other hand, Gokhale, the masterful translator, writer and critic, examines social issues, gender, and the intricacies of human emotion. Her writing reflects a sharp sensitivity to the sociocultural f...