Jay-Ho! and DHOOM Entertainment present Anupam Kher and Swaroop Sampat in Jaane Pehchaane Anjane, the acclaimed Hindi musical written and directed by Gajendra Ahire, with music by Anu Malik, coming to the Collins Center for the Performing Arts in Andover, Massachusetts on October 11, 2026.
Acclaimed actor Anupam Kher will bring his celebrated Hindi musical play Jaane Pehchaane Anjane to Boston on October 11, 2026, alongside renowned actress Swaroop Sampat. Presented by Jay-Ho! and DHOOM Entertainment at the Collins Center for the Performing Arts in Andover, Massachusetts, the production is written and directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Gajendra Ahire and features music by celebrated composer Anu Malik.
Produced by Anupam Kher Studio, Jaane Pehchaane Anjane marks Anupam Kher’s much-anticipated return to large-scale musical theatre. Blending powerful storytelling, memorable music, humor, emotion, and social relevance, the production offers audiences a deeply relatable and immersive theatrical experience.
For more than four decades, Anupam Kher has entertained, inspired, and challenged audiences through theatre, cinema, television, literature, and public speaking. With over 500 film credits and a career spanning multiple generations, he remains one of India’s most respected and versatile performers. Jaane Pehchaane Anjane reflects his enduring passion for theatre—the medium where his artistic journey first began.
At the heart of the production is acclaimed writer and director Gajendra Ahire, one of India’s most respected storytellers. A National Award-winning filmmaker, playwright, screenwriter, lyricist, and director, Ahire has created an extraordinary body of work spanning theatre, television, and cinema. Known for acclaimed works such as Not Only Mrs. Raut, Anumati, Postcard, The Silence, Pimpal, and The Signature, Ahire is celebrated for crafting emotionally rich stories that explore the complexities of human relationships with remarkable authenticity.
Adding another exciting dimension to the production is celebrated composer Anu Malik, whose music brings a vibrant and contemporary musical landscape to the stage. Featuring lyrics by acclaimed lyricist Kausar Munir, the production creates a seamless blend of storytelling and song. The musical score features performances by some of India’s most beloved voices, including Shaan, Sukhwinder Singh, Anandi Joshi, and Anupam Kher himself.
The production stars Anupam Kher and Swaroop Sampat in lead roles and features a talented ensemble cast including Meghna Malik, Maya Sharma, Vikas Rawat, Shraddha Mandale, and Herman De Souza.
Joining the stellar cast is an accomplished creative team that helps bring Gajendra Ahire’s vision to life. Chirag Aggarwal’s choreography adds movement, rhythm, and visual energy to the narrative, while costumes designed by Lehan Devadhia Tibrewal and thoughtfully crafted sets by Nitin Nerurkar create an immersive theatrical world that complements the emotional journey of the characters. Overall production management is led by Artarena Creations, whose expertise helps seamlessly bring together the many creative and technical elements that make the production a complete theatrical experience.
Set within the familiar world of a contemporary middle-class neighborhood, Jaane Pehchaane Anjane explores the lives of individuals navigating loneliness, companionship, relationships, aging, separation, and self-discovery. Through the intertwined journeys of a widow, a widower, a young paying guest, and a woman coping with mid-life separation, the play explores how people seek meaning, understanding, and connection in an increasingly fast-paced world.
The production is both deeply personal and universally relatable. Through sharp dialogue, realism, music, humor, and emotional vulnerability, it reflects the challenges and aspirations that define modern life. It is a story about people we know, people we live beside, and perhaps even ourselves.
Speaking about the North American tour, Anupam Kher reflected on his long-standing relationship with audiences across the United States and Canada:
“Over the years, I have had the privilege of bringing my plays Saalgiraah, Kuch Bhi Ho Sakta Hai, and Mera Woh Matlab Nahi Tha to audiences in North America. Every time, they have embraced us with tremendous love, warmth, and respect. That connection is something I cherish deeply.”
Reflecting on the unique magic of live theatre, Kher added:
“Cinema allows us to see each other from a distance, but theatre gives us something far more magical. We share the same space, the same breath, the same heartbeat. That is what I am most excited about — meeting audiences, feeling their presence, and experiencing this journey together.”
For Kher, this production represents a meaningful return to the stage, where every performance is unique and every audience becomes part of the storytelling experience.
Bringing Jaane Pehchaane Anjane to Boston
The Boston presentation of Jaane Pehchaane Anjane is the result of a collaboration between Jay-Ho! and DHOOM Entertainment, two organizations committed to bringing high-quality cultural and entertainment experiences to audiences across New England.
Eshani Shah, Founder of DHOOM Entertainment, shared her excitement about the production and partnership:
“I am thrilled that DHOOM Entertainment and Jay-Ho! are bringing Jaane Pehchaane Anjane to Boston. Anupam Kher ji and Swaroop Sampat ji are both very special to me, and this production is one that I truly believe audiences will connect with on many levels. After presenting theatre and cultural productions for decades, it is exciting to collaborate with a partner that shares the same commitment to quality, professionalism, and audience experience. Together, we look forward to creating a memorable evening for the community.”
Jay Kumar, Founder of Jay-Ho!, expressed equal enthusiasm for the production and the partnership:
“Anupam Kher ji is one of those rare artists who can make you laugh, think, reflect, and feel inspired—all within the same performance. His contribution to Indian theatre and cinema is extraordinary, and bringing him to Boston in a production of this caliber is truly exciting.”
“Like millions of Indians, I grew up watching Swaroop Sampat ji in Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi. To now welcome both Anupam Kher ji and Swaroop ji to Boston feels incredibly special. When you add Gajendra Ahire’s storytelling and Anu Malik’s music to the mix, you have all the ingredients for a memorable theatrical experience.”
“We are equally excited to partner with Eshani ji and DHOOM Entertainment. Eshani ji brings decades of theatre experience and deep relationships within the community, while Jay-Ho! brings years of experience in live entertainment, artist engagement, media outreach, event promotion, ticketing, and professional event execution. DHOOM Entertainment’s personal touch and theatrical legacy, combined with Jay-Ho!’s systems-driven approach and audience-focused execution, make for a natural partnership. Together, we look forward to presenting a truly special evening for audiences across New England.”
Few productions bring together so many distinguished creative voices under one roof. With Anupam Kher leading an outstanding cast, Gajendra Ahire’s acclaimed storytelling, Anu Malik’s music, and the collective talents of a remarkable creative team, Jaane Pehchaane Anjane promises an evening of laughter, emotion, reflection, and unforgettable theatre.
As Anupam Kher’s North American tour travels across the United States and Canada, the Boston presentation of Jaane Pehchaane Anjane is expected to be one of the most anticipated Hindi theatre events of 2026.
The Boston engagement is presented by Jay-Ho! and DHOOM Entertainment. The North American tour is being promoted nationally by Rajendra Singh of Star Promotions, a respected presenter whose efforts have helped bring numerous acclaimed theatrical and cultural productions to audiences across the United States and Canada.
Event Details
Jaane Pehchaane Anjane
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Collins Center for the Performing Arts
100 Shawsheen Road
Andover, MA 01810
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
