Ek Lamhaa Zindagi, A Love Story 1938-1979 Explores History and Devotion

Ek Lamhaa Zindagi, A Love Story 1938-1979

The play is a timeless love story following a man driven by his passion for his country and the woman who loved him for it. Together, they weathered historical events and separations while their love remained an unshaken beacon of hope and devotion. The production serves as an odyssey of history, love, passion, friendship, and shayari (poetry).

Juhi Babbar Soni described portraying her own grandmother in her grandparents' love story as the most overwhelming experience she has had on stage.

Writers and Creators

The play's development involves notable figures such as Nadira Zaheer Babbar, a renowned Indian theatre director and actress, and founder of Ekjute. Noor Zaheer is an accomplished writer, feminist, and theatre director. Juhi Babbar Soni has earned widespread recognition for her acclaimed plays including With Love, Aap Ki Saiyaara, and Ek Lamhaa Zindagi, A Love Story 1938-1979.

Direction

The production is co-directed by Makarand Deshpande and Juhi Babbar Soni. Deshpande is a celebrated Indian actor, playwright, director, and filmmaker. According to Juhi Babbar Soni, the 90-minute play was distilled from an enormous volume of research material, and she expressed deep gratitude to her parents, Raj Babbar and Nadira Babbar. Makarand Deshpande shared his excitement for being part of the project, noting its connection to Nadira ji’s play Meri Maa ke Haath.

Ekjute Theatre Group

The Ekjute Theatre Group was founded in 1981 by Raj Babbar and Nadira Zaheer Babbar. The group has presented works by several eminent playwrights and collaborated with legends in music, art, dance, and literature.