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A great effort by Nigel Akkara to put a smile on some kid’s faces

Kolkata: With the special initiative of Nigel Akkara a fashion show event was organized. Aside from that silver screen, Nigel remains present on the stage. Nigel was previously involved in work with addicts. Then Nigel began to write new shows for autistic kids and adults.

The fashion show event was held on September 14 at Fairfield by Marriott Hotel, Rajarhat with the autistic and intellectually disabled children and young adults by Sew In Style. In association with Kolahal Theatre Workshop for the upcoming play ‘Chupchap Charlie’

Actress Devleena Kumar, actor Om Sahani, actress Soumili Biswas and others were present as special guests on the occasion.

Being a director for autistic individuals is different from directing a show for normal people. However, he laughed when said to Nigel that, he replied, “It’s difficult when you believe that it’s difficult. We fear losing. Be brave and take on the work. However, lots of care needs to be exercised when conducting work with the. They are in an imaginary world. The first step is to meet them and make them friends. Avoid conversations Many people aren’t willing to talk or move at first. The process took time and effort to get acquainted with them, and later to understand their talents.”