There's a moment in the second act when our protagonist Zangoora suffers an acute loss of access to his family history. He not only struggles with self-esteem and identity issues, but wonders why he was left by his parents, what his family looked like and what his real name is. He looks vulnerable, the moment passes, you feel Zangoora’s helplessness, and soon you realise it is a journey of self-discovery for our honest protagonist.
A rare, beguiling musical show 'Zangoora' is a high-energy production packed with enjoyable songs and dances that has the viewers grooving in their seats.
Right from the opening scene - wherein a giant elephant turns up on the stage, a huge group of performers dance to peppy Bollywood numbers, the hero arrives on eagle and heroine opts for a proscenium for a grand entry - till the last act, every bit of this song-crammed show is grand and slick.
Even though the show goes on for two and a half hours, you don’t feel drained or disinterested. This is because the usage of interesting stage props and enormous LED screens - that can change the backdrop from an underwater shot to a majestic palace that is characterized with giant arches and octagonal domes – make the show both picture perfect and enchanting, with non-stop thrill.
The plot - which has a young prince being raised by a group of wandering gypsies while the villain annihilates his parents and usurps the throne - could have been stronger on substance, but with earnest, goofy and amazing performances, the show is both engaging and delightful.
The show revolves around the life of the lovable gypsy that Zangoora (Vishay Singh) portrays effortlessly. In early 20s, Zangoora is energetic, enthusiastic and fun. He doesn’t mind chasing girls which is understandable when he hits on Princess Sonali . His unblemished dancing skills add to his repertoire and he comes out victorious on this score with some delightful performances. Lachi (Anukampa Harsh) invests the character with both sultriness and true affection. She doesn’t face any difficulty in slipping into the skin of her part. Actress Chavi plays Princess Sonali with the right touch of believability.
The show benefits as much from its strong casting as its songs. It's hard to find fault with the tracks used – sprightly, perky and even a bit flirtatious.
Watch 'Zangoora' to revive your faith in musical theater.
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