Thirteen-year-old Sayee Manesh Gawas has brought national pride to Goa by securing the first prize in the Hindi Monoact category at the National Art Talent Search (NATS) 2026. Held recently in Pune, the highly competitive, all-India cultural event was organised by the Akhil Bharatiya Sanskrutik Sangh.
Representing Goa's renowned theatre institution, Abhivyakti Panaji, Sayee delivered a performance that stood out among participants from various states. She achieved this success under the rigorous training and mentorship of acclaimed theatre director Dr Saish Deshpande. Her acting skills, emotional depth, and brilliant dialogue delivery captivated both the audience and judges.
Following her grand national triumph, Sayee has achieved another major milestone. She has been officially selected to represent the region on the international stage at the upcoming 16th Cultural Olympiad of Performing Arts 2026, scheduled to take place in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
