“Bahadurpurko dantyakatha is a delightful supernatural comedy that centres on Bhupati Bahadur Sen, the impoverished last descendant of the once-glorious royal family of Bahadurpur. Overwhelmed by crippling debt, Bhupati decides to sell his dilapidated 400-year-old ancestral palace and relocate to Kathmandu to begin a new life. However, the palace conceals a centuries-old secret: the restless ghost of one of his ancestors, bound to the premises by an ancient curse.
As prospective buyers arrive, the mischievous spirit unleashes a series of hilariously absurd and mildly frightening antics to thwart the sale. Amid the ensuing chaos, an unexpected romance blossoms, long-hidden family secrets come to light, and the boundaries between past and present blur. Blending sharp humour, gentle supernatural elements, tender romance, and subtle social commentary, the play builds to a heartwarming and satisfying resolution that celebrates forgiveness, renewal, and the enduring power of human connection.
Widely regarded as one of the finest works in modern Indian theatre, Ballavpurer Roopkatha continues to charm audiences with its perfect balance of laughter, mild thrills, and emotional depth.
