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Pankaj Kapur is saying that much theatre in India relies heavily on spoken words, while the visual side depends on what can be created on stage. He contrasts strong verbal content with the limitations or flexibility of stage visuals.
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Originally said in English.
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About Pankaj Kapur
Indian actor
Pankaj Kapur is an Indian actor in Hindi theatre, television and film. He has won a Filmfare Award and three National Film Awards, and his work has made him a familiar name across stage and screen. He is especially known for film roles such as Inspector P.K. in Raakh (1989), Dr. Dipankar Roy in Ek Doctor Ki Maut (1991), and Abba ji in Maqbool (2004), Vishal Bhardwaj’s adaptation of Macbeth. He also appeared as Grandpa in the television series Thode Door Thode Paas.
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