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Directorial Projects

Kumar Sumitt: Two decades of artistic excellence in theatre direction and performance

Kumar Sumitt, a specialist in acting, has devoted over two decades to performance on stage and screen. While acting remains his primary passion and area of expertise, he has also directed a wide range of theatre productions across India and internationally, reflecting his multifaceted artistic vision and strong leadership.

His directorial work spans multiple languages and styles, including Hindi, Maithili, Telugu, Punjabi, English, Kazakh, Russian, and Mime. These diverse projects not only showcase his creative versatility but also promote cross-cultural dialogue and artistic collaboration.

International Productions

Sita Ram (2024)

Kumar Sumitt directed Ramayana, titled 'Sita Ram', in Kazakh and Russian at the Kazakh National Academy of Choreography, Astana, Kazakhstan. This ambitious international production served as a vibrant example of cultural exchange.

Karma (2025)

In March 2025, he visited the T.Z. Kazakh National Academy of Arts, Almaty, where he trained theatre students and directed 'Karma'—a powerful dramatic interpretation of the conversation between Krishna and Arjuna from the Indian epic Mahabharata, entirely performed in Kazakh.

Beyond the stage, Kumar Sumitt remains committed to mentoring the next generation of artists. His training and guidance extend to school students, university drama departments, and professional theatre groups across India and abroad. His mentorship is known for nurturing emerging talent and fostering transformative growth through the power of acting.

Through his global directorial ventures and deep commitment to acting, Kumar Sumitt continues to shape the future of theatre—positioning it as a powerful medium for storytelling, education, and cultural unity.

Notable Direction Projects

Sita Ram

Julius Caesar

Ramleela

As You Like It

Dakshinayanam

Bal Ramayanam

King Lear

Bhuvan Vijayam

Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam

The Merchant of Venice

The Dark City

Dakghar

Next Generation

Mandir

Duvidha

Doraemon's Hub

Knotted Roots

Past Directorial Projects

Patol Babu, Film Star

2025 | Hindi

Karma

2025 | Kazakh

As You Like It

2025 | English

The Blue Umbrella

2025 | Punjabi & Hindi

Upcoming Directorial Projects

English Play

International Project | 2025

Hindi Play

National Project | 2026

Play

National Project | 2026

Directorial Languages

Bhojpuri

English

Hindi

Hindi & English

Hindi & Mime

Hindi Dance Drama

Kazakh

Maithili

Mime

Mime Festival

Multilingual

Punjabi & Hindi

Russian & Kazakh

Silent

Telugu

Institutional Recognition

Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), Pune

Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India

Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre

Embassy of India, ICCR Astana, Kazakhstan