Annie Zaidi

Mar 28, 2025 | frontline.thehindu.com | Annie Zaidi |Janhavi Acharekar |Divya Gandhi |Vaishna Roy

Annie Zaidi’s new novel, The Comeback, is a delightful journey into the heart of Indian theatre, with a focus on small-town India. Set in the fictional town of Baansa, near Lucknow, it traces the trajectory of an actor, John K, and his friendship with childhood friend Asghar. It is the story of a close friendship soured by John’s irresponsible comment in a magazine interview, following his rise in popularity.