Though he has taken his final bow far too soon, his artistry and spirit will continue to live on through the stories he told and the lives he touched.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, and the entire theatre and film community.
Rest in peace.
META 2026 was nothing short of spectacular!
Our heartfelt thanks to the artists, performers, creators, partners, and audiences who came together to make the 21st edition of META a breathtaking celebration of theatre.
“Clearly there is a strategic reorientation in India’s culture sector — and what deserves careful attention is the positioning of culture not only as identity and heritage, but as an economic system.
Wrapping up the 21st edition of META 2026 with a stunning night to remember!
A glimpse into the Awards Night, filled with powerful performances and well-deserved recognition, making the evening truly extraordinary.
From stellar performances and exceptional storytelling to brilliance in stagecraft and every single aspect of production, the Winner of the Best Production at META 2026 captivated the jury and the audience alike.
The winners of the META Award for the Best Original Script are O.T. Shajahan for Dhomi Kitha Kitha Dhomi & Pranay Pandey for Mithyasur!
The art of writing and the craft of storytelling always go hand in hand.
Over the past 21 years, META has created a platform for original scripts. Today, over 50% of submissions received by us are new plays or devised theatre, from across languages and from so many of the smaller towns and districts of India.
The META Award for the Best Director goes to Saurav Palodhi for Je Janlagulor Akash Chilo!
The bold vision, innovative storytelling, and impeccable direction of all 10 Directors at META 2026 have redefined the art of theatre.