Nawazuddin Siddiqui is returning to theatre after nearly 25 years, marking an emotional full-circle moment in his career. The actor, who began his artistic journey on stage before becoming one of Indian
cinema’s most acclaimed performers, is making his comeback with Naqaab.
The production becomes even more special as Nawazuddin will be sharing the stage with his daughter, Shora Siddiqui, who is taking her first steps into acting. For the first time, the father-daughter duo will perform together, making Naqaab not just a theatrical comeback but also a deeply personal milestone for the Siddiqui family.
Nawazuddin Siddiqui Returns To Theatre After 25 Years
Before becoming a celebrated name in films, Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s craft was shaped by theatre. The stage was where he trained, performed and developed the artistic discipline that later became the backbone of his screen performances.
After nearly two-and-a-half decades away from live theatre, his return with Naqaab marks a homecoming of sorts. For an actor whose journey began under stage lights long before cinema discovered him, the play holds immense emotional value.
Nawazuddin Siddiqui Shares Stage With Daughter Shora Siddiqui
What makes Naqaab even more significant is Shora Siddiqui’s acting debut. Nawazuddin’s daughter is stepping into the world of performance through theatre, the same space that once laid the foundation for her father’s career.
The production will see Nawazuddin and Shora share the stage for the first time. Their collaboration adds a personal layer to the project, turning it into a celebration of family, legacy and artistic inheritance.
What Is Naqaab About?
Naqaab is expected to offer a mix of suspense, humour and unexpected twists. While the play marks Nawazuddin’s long-awaited return to live performance, it also introduces Shora Siddiqui to audiences as a new performer.
For Nawazuddin, the project brings together the past and the present. It reconnects him with theatre, the place where his journey began, while also allowing him to witness his daughter begin her own creative path.
With Naqaab, Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s return to the stage becomes more than just another performance. It stands as a tribute to theatre, a nod to his beginnings and a poignant father-daughter moment rooted in the magic of live storytelling.
