The software engineer-turned director was then invited to perform a full-length play produced by the theatre company as part of their Bookmarks wing. Self-admittedly fascinated by courtroom plays and Hindi films like Shahid and Jolly LLB, Dubey spent months poring over case files and chargesheets, taking inspiration from many, to get his courtroom scenes right. “For instance, there was a case in Indore where a man’s ear was bitten off in a squabble. I’ve used that in the play,” he explains.

In the play, the audience hears both sides to the story only to discover that Shukla is actually innocent. “It is inspired by stories I heard and data of sexual harassment cases and other non-cognisable offences where the conviction rate is low. I had also seen and heard cases in my hometown Jabalpur and done my share of Internet research. The problem is, as a society, we pass judgment much before the court,” he says.

Poll

Who will win the Punjab Elections?

BJP 32.79%

AAP 42.62%

INC 24.59%

Submit

View All In Poll

AT The Cuckoo Club, 5AA Pali Hill, Macronells Compund, Bandra West.
LOG ON TO bookmyshow.com
COST Rs 299

Catch up on all the latest Mumbai news, crime news, current affairs, and also a complete guide on Mumbai from food to things to do and events across the city here. Also download the new mid-day Android and iOS apps to get latest updates