Jikni: A Bold Marathi Play

Jikni is a special play made by children from two villages in Maharashtra with the help of three artists.

It's a musical play that tells stories about their daily lives, like farming, friendships, and the monsoon.

The children sing and play instruments in their own way, without changing how they normally speak.

This makes the play feel very real and honest.

The play also talks about the hard times the villagers face.

It was made at a place called Tarapa, which is like a fun space for children to learn and create art.

The play is different because it doesn't try to make rural life seem perfect or romantic.

It just shows life as it is.

People who watched the play liked how real and authentic it felt.