Why Indian Theatre Will Never Die | Hemant Kher's Bold Argument Against AI  By MTG editorial Why does Hemant Kher believe that theatre can never be replaced by AI? How did he almost quit acting before Scam changed his career? And what makes a story truly meaningful? In this exclusive India Theatre Guide interview, actor Hemant Kher shares his journey from NSD to theatre, television, films, and OTT. He talks about his latest play Majja Tantra, the importance of perspective, creativity, acting, psychology, and why live performance remains powerful in today's digital world. If you love theatre, acting, storytelling, creativity, philosophy, and meaningful conversations, this interview is for you. 🎭 Watch the full interview now and discover the ideas, experiences, and theatre philosophy that make Hemant Kher one of the most thoughtful voices in contemporary Indian theatre. 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