Silenced Voices: Exploring the Intersection of Gender and Sexuality in Mahesh Dattani's Selected Works

Abstract

This research paper conducts a comparative analysis of Mahesh Dattani’s plays, Bravely Fought the Queen and On a Muggy Night in Mumbai that delves into the complexities of repressed identities, gender representation and sexuality. From a social analytic perspective, this study examines how Dattani’s works encounter traditional societal norms that reflect a broader tension between conservatism and individual self-expression. This research aims to provide a deeper understanding of the relationships between identity, culture and performance in contemporary Indian theater.