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Aloke Roy (1939-2004), a pioneer in the post-independence India to use mime as a medium for theatre campaigns. He founded the Jagran theatre for the slum dwellers in Delhi.
(Portrait by Samkutty Pattomkary)

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Unknown said…
It is very difficult to define the time i have spent with him. It is very difficult to define his personility but i cherish all those moments spent with him. For me he was a great painter, great actor and a great director. I think in his life time he played his every role very well.

On his death anniverissary tomorrow i.e. on 9/08/2008, i pray to god for the peace of his soul up their in the heaven.

We all miss you Mr. Alok Roy.

Bhumika.
7:45 AM, August 08, 2008
Sreekala Sivasankaran said…
Thanks dear spider, for your reminiscences. I cherish the times we all had together, beyond words...
8:28 AM, October 30, 2008
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