Sudden halt of ‘Lucifer Rising’ play sparks controversy

english.khabarhub.com · 2 days ago

The theatre production ‘Lucifer Rising’ in Kathmandu has been abruptly stopped amid allegations of government pressure, with organizers citing concerns that the play could negatively impact Prime Minister Balen Shah's image. The play, which reportedly portrays themes of inner conflict and human brutality, was halted despite positive audience responses. Theatre artists have expressed concern over the incident, stating it has created fear within the artistic community and resurfaced debates over artistic freedom and state interference.