Kanti Madia

Kanti Madia (or Kanti Madiya) was an Indian actor, director, playwright, and producer from Gujarat, India. He established the Natyasampada theatre company, and directed more than thirty plays. He is particularly known for directing the Gujarati film Kashino Dikro, his only film.

Early life and education Kanti Madia was born on 7 March 1932 into a Jain family in the former princely state Lathi. In 1948, he entered in Bhavan's College in Mumbai, where he won prizes for acting and directing.

Career In 1952, he started his career in theatre. His first one-act play, Raakhna Ramakada, became instant hit. In 1959, he established Bohemians theatre company.

Legacy In 2017, writer Sanjay Chhel published a book on Madia, entitled Mutthi Unchera Madia.