www.citysaheli.com review (October 4, 2010).

Ever wondered what it’s like to grow up Indian in New Zealand? Pretty hilarious, apparently. D’Arranged Marriage, a one-man comedy show brought to you by “Those Indian Guys,” is a clever and wildly entertaining commentary on love, family, cultural clashes and stereotypes. Actor Rajeev Varma and comedian Tarun Mohanbhai premiered D’Arranged Marriage in Auckland, New Zealand in 2002, and since then it has gone on to receive international success, touring Australia, Malaysia, and the US, and is soon to be performed in the UK.

The story itself revolves around the character of 29-year-old Sanjay Gupta, the New-Zealand born son of Indian immigrants. His problems, at least according to his family, revolve around his unmarried status. (Sound familiar?) When his parents conspire to set him up with a girl, the plot thickens and complications ensue.

As the story develops, we encounter eight memorable characters – all skillfully played by Varma – each with a distinct personality and quirks. Varma switches from one character to another with uncanny ease, replacing his charming native Kiwi accent to a high-pitched woman’s or a genial uncle’s in a split second, contorting his face and miming actions to draw the audience in and make the story come alive.

With excellent comedic timing and audience participation, there is never a dull moment in the show. Several bollywood-style music and dance numbers are interspersed throughout, a vehicle for Varma’s impressive dance skills. His high-energy performance is guaranteed to draw applause and keep you laughing the entire time.