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The idea of the ‘folk’ in Indian theatre has often been understood as a residual category, associated with rural, oral, and tradition-bound practices that stand in contrast to the modern, urban, and literate. However, the theatrical vision of Habib Tanvir radically redefines this understanding by positioning the folk not as static or primitive, but as dynamic, contemporary, and politically potent. Through his work with the Naya Theatre company and his deep engagement with Chhattisgarhi performers, Tanvir articulates a conception of the folk that is fluid, dialogic, and resistant to rigid hierarchies of culture. For Tanvir, the ‘folk’ is not merely a repository of inherited forms, but a living practice shaped by the everyday experiences of ordinary people. He rejects the dichotomy between folk and modern, arguing instead that folk traditions possess an inherent adaptability that allows them to engage with present realities. His productions demonstrate that folk performance is not frozen in time; rather, it evolves through interaction with changing social, political, and cultural contexts. This understanding challenges the dominant narrative that sees folk ______ ________ ___ _________ ____.
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