The Big Fat City (Hindi/90 mins) Wri. Mahesh Dattani. Dir. Shilpi Marwaha. A thought-provoking drama that explores the complexities of urban life in Mumbai. The story revolves around Murli and his wife, who are struggling to pay off their loan after Murli loses his job. Desperate for financial help, they host a dinner for Murli’s former collegemate, hoping he can secure them another loan. The arrival of their neighbour, a TV actress with her own financial troubles and a drunken husband, complicates the situation. The play explores how financial stress strains relationships while revealing the harsh realities behind the glamourized version of city life. Prod. Sukhmanch Theatre. Tickets at Rs.500, Rs.350 & Rs.200 are available online on bookmyshow.com and at the Habitat Programmes desk.