Madras By Night

‘Madras by Night’, one of the earliest stage plays of ‘Cho’, is now available on DVDs and VCDs It describes some ludicrous situations that happen in one night in Madras (as the metro was then called) involving different characters that culminate in a murder. The mystery is unraveled in the climax.

True to his mettle and manners, ‘Cho’ essays the role of a police constable with élan. His fluent dialogue delivery in typical ‘Madras’ lingo evokes non-stop laughter.

The highpoint of this comedy is a street-play (‘therukkoothu’) on an episode from the Ramayana wherein ‘Cho’ plays Kaikeyi. In his gait, coyness and costume he looks a woman from top to toe. He is ably supported by Ambi, Neelu, Sukumari and other artistes of his troupe.