(Pic: Much-respected music personality, Tansen NepaulAn exciting musical with a difference, called Sapno Ka Safar (or Journey of Dreams, takes place at Sibaya from the 26th of June to the 5th of July.
“Most youngsters aspire to become Bollywood actors but we have two youngsters that aspire to become popular playback singers,” explains much-respected music personality, Tansen Nepaul. “They participate in a local radio competition and win an all expenses paid trip to Mumbai for an audition and a studio recording. Unknown to them, the entire competition is a farce and is the efforts of a major con syndicate in India. The syndicate targets South Africans and finds ways to siphon money from wanna-be Bollywood artist.
”The girls go through interesting events and finally realise that they were better off in South Africa. They try to get back into the Tansen Nepaul Show band, the group that they let down, who are now set to perform at Sibaya. They beg forgiveness and want to be part of the band again. The Showband takes over from there and the performance ends with a spectacular dance and music segment. “
The musical is directed by Tansen Nepaul, scripted by Pranesh Maharaj and features well-known vocalist Umita Kalyan, Pravesh Sunker, Orith Maharaj and Suresh Nathoo. This will be their debut acting performance and is sure to draw interest from their many fans.
Also appearing in the show, Pranesh Maharaj is a top class actor in his own right and has performed in numerous plays across South Africa. He is currently involved in writing for Lotus FM radio drama. His contribution to the fine arts has a long and illustrious history.
With a significant fan base that’s growing steadily, Umita Kalyan has become immensely popular recently and has done numerous radio and TV productions. A versatile artist at ease with stage acts, Pravesh Sunker is a much sought-after vocalist and entertainer. Orith Maharaj is well known for his great vocal ability and, more recently, his amazing resemblance to the great Amithabh Bhachan which is put to good use in this production.
Actors Assia Mohamed, Anesh Dusrath, Rahul Brijnath and Ilasha Ramaloo complete the 30 member cast which includes dancers and the Tansen Nepaul Showband. The musical is great family entertainment with songs, dancers, comedy and ends with an explosive live music extravaganza.
A talented actress playing a pivotal role in Sapno Ka Safar, Ilasha Ramaloo made a name for herself with the Bad Girls Do Go to Heaven drama. A popular actress and vocalist, Assia Mohammed has taken part in many productions as well as roles in Essop Khan’s stage shows. She writes her own music and has a captivating stage personality.
Dancer and actor Rahul Brijnath is ultimate Bollywood hero material and has performed in many shows with the Nateshwar Dance Academy and can be seen regularly doing promotions for the Sun Coast casino. Stand up comedian Anesh Maharaj has been part of Tansen Nepaul Showband acts and has been in numerous stage plays.
Dancing sisters Darshana and Harshana are a relatively new find in the entertainment world but are already making inroads to a huge fan base. Choreographer Melani Kistens and her dance academy will feature with a team of 12 dancers. Technical Direction is by Varsha Sharma, a qualified Kathak dancer who puts her years of production skills to use in Sapno Ka Safar.
The Tansen Nepaul Showband is South Africa’s most sought-after light music group catering for all genres of Indian music. The group has the finest selection of musicians and adds the finishing touch to the event.
Sapno Ka Safar runs in the iZulu Theatre at Sibaya Casino and Entertainment King from June 26 to July 5. Tickets R100 book through Computicket outlets and the Sibaya box office.
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