Get ready for a laughter riot! Carry On Spying, a comedy play written and directed by Bharat Dabholkar and presented by Paritosh Painter, premieres this October in Mumbai:
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Friday, 10th October 2025 at 8:00 pm – St. Andrews Auditorium, Bandra
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Saturday, 11th October 2025 at 7:30 pm – Balgandharva Auditorium, Bandra
Brought to audiences by two of India’s finest comedy creators, the play promises to be the most entertaining English theatrical production of the season.
A Spy Comedy – Indian Style
While the world has seen India win on the battlefield and dominate on the cricket pitch, now it’s time to watch Indians outwit the world with humour. Packed with witty one-liners, eccentric characters, and laugh-out-loud situations, Carry On Spying is a fast-paced farce that blends international intrigue with good old Indian chaos.
The Star Cast
The play features a powerhouse ensemble, including:
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Ananth Mahadevan
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Tannaz Irani
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Suresh Menon
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Vikas Patil
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Charmy Kelaiya
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Mohan Azad
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Dr. Deepa Bhajekar
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Bharat Dabholkar (in a special acting role)
The Plot
Set in a fictional Asian country “behind the Iron Curtain,” the story unfolds at the Indian Embassy, temporarily left in the hands of Pyare Mohan Dixit, the Ambassador’s clueless and overconfident son.
His day spirals out of control when a Gujarati tourist family – the Patels – stumbles into a top-secret missile-testing zone and is mistaken for international spies.
What follows is a madcap adventure involving:
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A flamboyant oil tycoon
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A Bond-villain-style police chief
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A power-hungry assistant
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A cook-turned-magician hiding in a cupboard for six years
With mistaken identities, surprise romances, bullets, and escape plans gone hilariously wrong, Carry On Spying delivers a laugh-a-minute rollercoaster of chaos.
The Creative Duo Behind the Show
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Written & Directed by: Bharat Dabholkar
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Presented by: Paritosh Painter (Ideas The Entertainment Company)
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Produced by: Sejal Painter
Known for their sharp wit and crowd-pleasing productions, Painter and Dabholkar reunite to create a theatrical experience that blends classic English farce with a contemporary Indian twist.
About the Play
Carry On Spying – Don’t Take Panga with Indians! is a comedy of errors where diplomacy meets desi chaos. Featuring sharp writing, clever physical comedy, lively dance sequences, and unforgettable characters, the play celebrates India’s unique sense of humour while keeping audiences laughing from start to finish.
