A Tamil play that offers with the on a regular basis challenges of a center class household

JC Creations’ Tamil play Meendum Thani Kudithanam.
| Picture Credit score: SRINATH M

The play Thanikudithanam was a runaway success within the Seventies. Impressed by the unique, JC Creations’ Meendum Thanikudithanam, which was offered by Sri Krishna Gana Sabha not too long ago as part of their theatre pageant, handled the theme of a newlywed couple’s want to maneuver away from the joint household. This play, directed by V P S Shriraman, gained an award for the most effective comedy play at this yr’s Kodai Nadaga Vizha organised by Kartik Superb Arts

The play started with the standard scene in a center class family — the aged father Sundaresan discusses the day’s menu with prepare dinner Seenu whereas daughter Kamu and son-in-law Ganesha are busy with their morning routine. It was a pleasant introductory scene for viewers to get familiarised with every character and their distinct personalities .

A scene from the Tamil play Meendum Thani Kudithanam.
| Picture Credit score:
SRINATH M

The main target quickly shifts to the household’s efforts to discover a bride for the younger Hari. They start trying via matrimonial websites, slender down potential candidates and the choice to reach at a alternative is handled intimately within the play. The camaraderie among the many relations, their conversations laced with humour and satire, and the participating efficiency of every actor stored alive the momentum.

The woman Kamali’s household consists of Madhuraveni, her domineering mom, and Krishnapriyan, the meek father. Their discussions with the groom’s household prepares us for the end result of this alliance.

The post-wedding pleasure is disrupted by Madhuraveni’s interference, forcing the younger couple to go for thanikudithanam. In the meantime, Hari lays down some situations that create dilemma. How it’s lastly resolved marks a twist within the story.

The easy dialogue and relatable conditions sustained viewers curiosity. Nonetheless, the ultimate and vital scene of the play may have been dealt with higher. The actors weren’t convincing sufficient to convey the essence of the scene.

Somewhat extra consideration to units and characterisation would improve the play’s enchantment.