Draft:Datta Patil

Datta Patil (born May 12, 1971) is an acclaimed playwright from Nashik, India. Hailing from the village of Umrana in Nashik District, he has made significant contributions to Marathi theatre with his compelling narratives and innovative storytelling techniques.

Early Life and Career

Datta Patil was born on May 12, 1971, in the village of Umrana, Nashik District, Maharashtra, India. From a young age, he showed a keen interest in literature and dramatic arts.

Notable Work

One-act play : Celebration, Mania, Sayami, Sade Made Shambhar, Blackout, Citylights, Customer Care, Solashe Pannas.

Full length Plays : Kheliya, Baglya Baglya Kavadi De, Kinaryavarcha Kalpurush, Dating with Rain, Madhyampadalopi, Rimjim Rimzim, Krishnavivar, Strawberry, Gadhivarchya Pori, Handabhar Chandanya, Nebula, Dagad aani Mati, To Rajhans Ek, Kalgitura.

Movies

Datta Patil credited as the Screenplay and Dialogue Writer and Lyricist for the National Award-winning film "Vanshvel," directed by Rajiv Patil. Furthermore, their involvement in "Mahaguru" as the Script and Screenplay Writer.

Books :

Datta Patil is a renowned writer whose literary contributions have garnered acclaim and recognition. Among his published works is "DON EKANKIKA - Handabhar Chandanya," published by Padmagandha Prakashan, Pune. This particular drama holds significant merit, being included in the syllabus for B.A. Marathi first-year students at Savitribai Phule Pune University. Another notable piece is "Dagad aani Mati," a one-act play published by Shabdalay Publication, Shrirampur. This work has been incorporated into the B.A. Marathi Second Year curriculum at Mumbai University.

Additionally, Patil has edited "Handabhar Chandanya Aani Itar Lekh," curated by Satish Badve and published by Shabdalay Prakashan, Shrirampur. His literary prowess extends to poetry as well, with his collection titled "Buchachya Zadavarche Paksh" earning him the Gadima Sahitya Puraskar and the Kavivarya Narayan Surve Special Sahitya Puraskar. Furthermore, his collection of plays, "Madhyampadalopi aani Itar Ekankika," stands as a testament to his versatility and creative depth in the realm of literature.

Notable Achievements

Awards and honors:

The accolades and achievements of this prolific playwright are a testament to their exceptional talent and dedication to the craft of Marathi theater. In 2020, they were honored with the Best Marathi Playwright Award by the Maharashtra Foundation in the United States. His contributions to the theater were recognized with the prestigious Chaitra Chahul Rangkarmi Sanman in 2018.

Notably, their innovative approach to writing earned them the title of Best Experimental Writer at the state level by the Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Natya Parishad in Mumbai in 2016. Their illustrious career was also marked by the Padmashri Vikhe Patil Natyagaurav Award in 2018, a revered accolade in Maharashtra for playwrights.

One of their seminal works, the epic play "Handabhar Chandanya," was not only selected for the NSD International Theatre Festival (Bharangam 2017) but also received the prestigious Mohan Wagh Award, including the Best Writing Award, in 2017. Moreover, their charitable endeavors through the play, such as raising funds to solve the water problem in the tribal village of Torangan, exemplify their commitment to social causes. He gets the Best Writer Award from THE GOA HINDU ASSOCIATION in 2022 and multiple awards for their one-act play "MANIA" from various Natya Parishads across the state in 2002-2003. Their play "Sayami" received the Best Writer Award from the Theatre Academy, Pune, along with the Amrut Kumbh Trophy and Nagar Natyaparishad Award in 2004.

Further recognition came with the Zee Gaurav Award in 2005 for their writing in the play "City Lights." Their play "KALGITURA" earned them the Best Playwright award and was selected by the NCPA for DARPAN and produced by NCPA, Mumbai. In 2023, they were honored with the Zee Marathi Award for best playwright for their work on the Marathi play "To Rajhans Ek," which was also selected for NSD's Bharat Rang Mahotsav 2023. Through their remarkable contributions, this playwright continues to enrich the Marathi theater landscape with their creativity and vision.

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