Lucknow’s theatre scene is set to witness something deeply stirring this February. Azad Ruh: The Life and Legacy of Amrita Pritam, a Hindi stage production celebrating one of India’s most fearless literary voices, will be performed in the city on February 28.
Amrita Pritam was more than a poet — she was a revolution. Writing across Punjabi and Hindi, she gave voice to women’s desire, grief, love, and resistance at a time when such honesty was considered radical. From the pain of the Partition of India to the quiet defiance of choosing love on her own terms, Pritam’s life and writing reshaped modern Indian literature.
Azad Ruh brings this journey alive on stage through poetry, monologues, and expressive performance. The play traces her evolution as a writer, her groundbreaking works like Pinjar, and her deeply personal relationships — including her lifelong bond with artist Imroz. Rather than a linear biography, the production offers an emotional portrait of a woman who lived and wrote freely, unapologetically.
The title Azad Ruh — meaning free spirit — captures the essence of Amrita Pritam perfectly. The performance invites audiences to experience her words not just as literature, but as living emotion — raw, intimate, and timeless.
For literature lovers, theatre enthusiasts, and anyone curious about powerful women who changed history, this play promises an unforgettable evening.
Event Date: February 28
Tickets: Available on BookMyShow
Venue: Sant Gadge Ji Maharaj Auditorium