Summary: In rural India, traditional rural plays based on romantic tales are popular, with playwrights active among performers and audiences not mainstream. Stories like Raja Bharthari and Rani Pingala are celebrated in Manch plays, espousing mystical philosophy. Villagers prefer sad endings in romantic tales, depicting inevitability with fulfillment rather than annihilation. These stories, deeply rooted in religion and social values, have endured centuries, molding the cultural fabric of rural India. The drama troupe leader holds immense respect and guides performances, as seen in West Uttar Pradesh's Naqal and Bhagat forms. The performance blends legend and contemporary social critiques, reflecting societal issues in a satirical and realistic manner. Overall, rural drama thrives in simplicity, relying on speech and song to engage unsophisticated audiences, offering both entertainment and moral guidance.