{"id":45347,"date":"2025-10-07T16:50:21","date_gmt":"2025-10-07T11:20:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/livemumbai.in\/index.php\/2025\/10\/07\/agp-world-mahesh-manjrekar-reunite-for-play-lovable-rascal\/"},"modified":"2025-10-07T16:50:21","modified_gmt":"2025-10-07T11:20:21","slug":"agp-world-mahesh-manjrekar-reunite-for-play-lovable-rascal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/livemumbai.in\/index.php\/2025\/10\/07\/agp-world-mahesh-manjrekar-reunite-for-play-lovable-rascal\/","title":{"rendered":"AGP World-Mahesh Manjrekar Reunite for Play \u2018Lovable Rascal\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><strong>New Delhi [India], October 7: <\/strong>Over two decades after their memorable collaboration on the widely appreciated and successful play \u2018Double Deal\u2019, ace producer Ashvin Gidwani of AGP World and celebrated filmmaker-actor Mahesh Manjrekar are reuniting for a new theatrical production titled \u2018Lovable Rascal\u2019. The play is all set to be staged this 12th October 2025 at St. Andrews Auditorium in Bandra, Mumbai.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Lovable Rascal\u2019\u00a0is adapted from Manjrekar\u2019s acclaimed Marathi play \u2018Filter Coffee\u2019, which has earned praise for blending the complexities of life seamlessly with relatable characters and everyday humour. AGP World\u2019s English adaptation of the play, a layered tale of love, loss, and hidden truths waiting to be uncovered, goes thus \u2013 Amruta, a widow and artist, leads a quiet life with her house-help and a paying guest until a mysterious presence disrupts her calm. What starts as a subtle intrusion soon sparks an unexpected connection, reigniting her art and long-buried emotions. But beneath the surface, loyalties blur and intentions shift.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking about the collaboration, Gidwani expresses, \u201cMahesh is one of the finest storytellers in Indian cinema and theatre. I have seen him at work over the years and his understanding of the medium is fantastic. After \u2018Double Deal\u2019, we had often spoken about working together again, and \u2018Lovable Rascal\u2019 felt like the perfect project. It\u2019s witty, heartwarming, and grounded in situations everyone can relate to. At AGP World, we\u2019re committed to delivering meaningful yet entertaining theatre, and this play captures that essence.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Manjrekar, whose repertoire spans across Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, and Telugu cinema, speaks warmly about his long-standing association with Ashvin Gidwani. \u201cWorking with Ashvin again after \u2018Double Deal\u2019 feels like reconnecting with an old rhythm,\u201d he shares. \u201cOur creative synergy has evolved from just collaborating to truly co-creating, where ideas flow freely and every character, every scene, is crafted with mutual trust,\u201d he shares.<\/p>\n<p>Having experienced many reinventions through his journey as an actor, writer, and director, Manjrekar sees \u2018Lovable Rascal\u2019 as yet another turning point. For him, this production is not just an adaptation but a reimagining of how he approaches theatre. \u201cWith \u2018Lovable Rascal\u2019, I wanted to retain the heart of \u2018Filter Coffee\u2019 while making it accessible and engaging for an English-speaking audience. \u2018Lovable Rascal\u2019 marks a reinvention in how I approach theatre itself, translating a deeply rooted Marathi sensibility into a language and style that connects globally, without losing its emotional core. It\u2019s a challenge, but also an opportunity to grow, to experiment, and to bridge cultures through the universal language of storytelling.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The cast of the play includes popular VJ Anusha Dandekar, celebrated for her work as an MTV VJ, television host, and performer across film and music, adding charm, energy, and modern sensibility to the stage; and Sumedh Mudgalkar, of \u2018RadhaKrishn\u2019 fame, a trained dancer who began his journey on dance reality shows before rising to prominence as an actor, bringing versatility and a layered emotional range to his role. They are joined by Jayesh Thakkar, Kuhu Singh, and Karan Bendre, combining seasoned performers with fresh talent in a dynamic ensemble.<\/p>\n<p>For AGP World, \u2018Lovable Rascal\u2019 continues the company\u2019s tradition of staging impactful productions. Under Ashvin Gidwani\u2019s leadership, the company has delivered some of the country\u2019s most successful and widely toured plays, including \u2018Barff\u2019, \u2018Devdas \u2013 The Musical\u2019, \u2018The Scent of a Man\u2019, and \u2018Blame It on Bollywood\u2019. This new collaboration, in discussion for over five years, is now finally making its way to the stage. Designed to engage both Indian and global audiences, \u2018Lovable Rascal\u2019 embodies AGP World\u2019s ethos of blending strong production values with meaningful storytelling, while continually raising the bar for Indian theatre on the world stage.<\/p>\n<p>Come experience the mystery! Catch AGP World\u2019s \u2018Lovable Rascal\u2019 as it premieres on\u00a012th October 2025, 7 pm, at St. Andrew\u2019s Auditorium, Bandra, Mumbai. Tickets available on BookMyShow.<\/p>\n<p>If you have any objection to this press release content, kindly contact pr.error.rectification@gmail.com to notify us. 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