Wed Apr 02 11:37:52 UTC 2025: ## Veteran Actor Saurabh Shukla Brings Gripping New Play to Bengaluru
**Bengaluru, April 2, 2025** – Acclaimed actor and director Saurabh Shukla, known for his captivating performances in films like *Bandit Queen* and *Satya*, is bringing his new play, *Barff*, to Bengaluru. The 110-minute thriller, written and directed by Shukla himself, will premiere at the Prestige Centre for Performing Arts on April 6th.
*Barff*, set in the wintry landscape of Kashmir, intricately weaves together the lives of three individuals, exploring unsettling questions and unexpected twists. The play features Shukla alongside Sunil Palwal and Aanchal Chauhan.
In an interview, Shukla emphasized his process of approaching a role, highlighting the importance of understanding the character’s motivations and drawing on personal experiences to inform the performance. He discussed his approach to comedy, noting that true humor comes from self-awareness and the ability to laugh even in difficult situations, often serving as a coping mechanism. He cited Charlie Chaplin and Peter Sellers as influences, contrasting the public perception of their comedic personas with the complexities of their personal lives.
Shukla also delved into the creative process behind *Barff*, revealing it took six to seven years to develop, evolving from a film script into a stage production. He described the play as a layered thriller with an “uncharted journey” that ultimately transforms both the characters and the audience. He expressed his hope to eventually adapt *Barff* into a film.
Tickets for the Bengaluru performance are available on BookMyShow.
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