Queer 'SAM;AAJ' directed by Mehta opens in Hyderabad May 16
SAM;AAJ, a queer theater production directed by Jainil Mehta, is set to be staged in Hyderabad on May 16, 2026.
The one-hour show blends traditional and modern dance with music and bilingual poetry by Amrita Saluja and Devarshi Shah, telling the heartfelt story of two men navigating the ups and downs of their relationship.
'SAM;AAJ' to tour 5 cities
The title, mixing the Hindi words for "balance" (Sam) and "today" (Aaj), captures the play's core message about embracing uncertainty together.
After Hyderabad, SAM;AAJ will head to Pune, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, and Gurugram.
Drawing inspiration from Mehta's reflections on relationships and a theater work like "Sita and I," this production has already connected with audiences across India in 12 performances, and its upcoming tour is one to watch in the country's growing queer theater scene.