![]() The play starts with Sakharam bringing home Laxmi, a timid soul, abandoned by her husband for not having kids. An almost slave like existence under a tyrant master, who demands satisfaction of his hunger and other bodily needs and liberally uses his mouth for slander and hands for beating. ![]() Dishonored from society and unable to provide for themselves, Sakharam with his offer of a house to stay, two square meals, two set of clothes might at first seem like a savior. Like a predator preying on the weakest among the herd, he finds women abandoned by their husbands. An opportunistic male, a self proclaimed womanizer who loves to drink and doesn’t give a damn about social values. Sakharam, the play's namesake, is the pivotal character. The play has three central characters, Sakharam Binder, Laxmi and Champa. ![]() ![]() I got to watch a recent production of the play in video version and thought of jotting down my thoughts on the play. It was first brought on stage in 1972 by Kamlakar Sarang, amidst much controversy. Recently I got to watch 'Sakharam Binder', a controversial Marathi play by Vijay Tendulkar. ![]()
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