Mumbai is set to witness a grand celebration of India's cultural spirit with the launch of the Natya Ratan Festival, a multilingual national theatre festival taking place from December 25th to 28th, 2025. Organized by Karwaan Group, in collaboration with Curated Classics, the festival is envisioned as a heartfelt tribute to the late Shri Ratan Tata-a visionary who dedicated his life to national progress, social responsibility, and ethical leadership.
Curated with great care, Natya Ratan will showcase plays from across the country, reflecting India's vast linguistic and theatrical diversity. A formal curation process will ensure that selected performances meet the highest standards of artistic excellence. The event will culminate on December 28th, which also marks the birth anniversary of Ratan Tata, making the tribute all the more meaningful. Performances will be held at a prestigious venue in Mumbai. Today, on 19th May 2025, to mark the 121st death anniversary of Jamshedji Tata - a visionary whose legacy continues to inspire generations making it a fitting occasion to announce the launch of the Natya Ratan Festival.
Abhishek Narayan, founder of Karwaan Group, shares, "Ratan Tata Sir is my business ideal, and since I belong to the art and entertainment world, this is my way of honoring him - by bringing powerful, untold stories from across India to the forefront. From unknown folk artists in rural Rajasthan to modern urban performers, Natya Ratan aims to celebrate India’s true artistic gems."
Ravi Mishra and Bhavikk Shah, founders of Curated Classics, added, "This festival isn't just a tribute to a leader; it’s a celebration of storytelling, diversity, and unity."
Supported by Astitva and MumbaiTheatreGuide.com as social media partners, Natya Ratan also carries a strong message for today's youth-to contribute to the nation not just through service in uniform, but through everyday integrity, creativity, and work that uplifts society.
