Vinay Varma's play ‘Paaswala' a unique conversation on death
The play is set to be staged on July 20 at Lamakaan. Vinay, known for his fearless storytelling, confesses he was drawn to the sheer audacity of the subject. 'It's rare for anyone to even attempt such a theme,' he says, adding, 'The idea is morbid, unsettling to read, let alone perform. But what about those who live and work in crematoriums, who see mutilated bodies every day? How do they normalise death?'
At the heart of 'Paaswala' is what Vinay calls 'the chilling stillness' of its central character, the crematorium keeper. But is it truly numbness, or a mask? Does he ever soften? Or is he simply a hardened professional performing the final duty of human existence?
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