10th year · SHAROD Durga Puja
SHAROD Durga Puja presents a special attraction
Mirlive, for one evening only
One of Bengal’s best-loved storytellers and comedians, known to millions for Sunday Suspense, Goppo Mir er Thek and the comedy show Mirakkel, on stage with us for an evening of stories, humour and song.
- DateTue 20 October 2026Programme starts 6:30pm
- VenueSupermarine Rugby ClubSupermarine Road, Swindon SN3 4BZ · Map
- EntryFreeRegistration required, one place per person
- FoodDinner on SHARODA vegetarian meal is included with every place
SHAROD Durga Puja · 10th year of celebration
Ten years of Durga Puja in Swindon
This year SHAROD celebrates its tenth Durga Puja, and Mir’s evening is our special attraction to mark it. Come for the performance, stay for the Puja, and receive Durga Ma’s blessings with us.
The performer
Thirty years as the voice Bengal grew up with
Mir Afsar Ali is a broadcaster, actor and storyteller whose voice has connected with audiences since he began his radio career in Kolkata in 1994. In his career spanning 3 decades, Mir was a founder member of Radio Mirchi, Kolkata. Known for Hi Kolkata and his performances in Sunday Suspense, he went on to host the 1st ever stand up show on Bengali Television, Zee Bangla’s Mirakkel that ran for 10 seasons in 15 years. He is the co-founder of the popular food vlog Foodka on YouTube. He has also been an actor in more than 40 films & web series.
Currently, he directs and performs in Goppo Mir-er Thek, his audio story channel on YouTube featuring classic & contemporary authors in Bengali.
Sunday Suspense
The Radio Mirchi thriller hour he narrated for years.
Mirakkel
Zee Bangla’s stand-up comedy show, as host.
Goppo Mir er Thek
His audio-story series on YouTube.
Foodka
His Bengali food channel, running since 2017.
On stage with Sourendro–Soumyojit
Aigiri Nandini at World Music Day 2024
At Sourendro and Soumyojit’s World Music Day Concert at Netaji Indoor Stadium, Kolkata, Mir joined Carnatic vocalist Aruna Sairam for Aigiri Nandini, the hymn to Ma Durga. A fitting prelude to our Puja.
Watch the performance on YouTube →Awards
- e4m Golden Mikes 2025Best Podcast / Audio Series, Storytelling, for Goppo Mir er Thek
- TV9 Bangla Ghorer Bioscope Awards 2024Best YouTuber
- Kalakar AwardFor his work in Bengali entertainment
Watch the film
Mir is packing for Swindon
See the one-minute film we made to announce his visit, from his bags in Kolkata to our Durga Puja.
Watch on FacebookEveryone welcome
New to Mir, or to Durga Puja?
Who is Mir?
Think of a much-loved radio presenter, TV comedy host and audiobook narrator rolled into one. For thirty years he has been one of the most familiar voices in Bengal, and his storytelling channel has more than 1.5 million subscribers.
What is Durga Puja?
Bengal’s biggest festival, celebrating the goddess Durga’s victory over evil. UNESCO lists Durga Puja in Kolkata as intangible cultural heritage. Expect colour, music, food, and a warm welcome from the whole community.
Do I need to speak Bengali?
No. The performance is a mix of Bengali, Hindi and English, and humour and music travel well. The dinner and the festival atmosphere need no translation.
On the night
Dinner is on us
Vegetarian
A vegetarian meal is served to everyone who attends. Add any allergies in the order notes at checkout and we will do our best to cater for them.
Optional
Would you like to support SHAROD?
Your place and dinner are free. If you’d like to support us, a donation helps keep SHAROD Durga Puja open to everyone, year after year. Any amount helps, and it’s entirely up to you.
Make a donation UK taxpayer? On the donate page you can add Gift Aid, which lets SHAROD claim an extra 25p for every £1 you give.Good to know
Questions
Is it free?
Yes. Entry is free for everyone, adults and children, and dinner is included. You still need to register so we can hold your place, and you will get a QR ticket by email.
Do I need a card or bank details?
No. At checkout you only add your name and contact details. There is no payment step, and your place is confirmed straight away.
Do children need a place?
Yes. Everyone attending needs a place, so please register each child too.
Can I make a donation?
If you’d like to. Donations are optional and help keep SHAROD Durga Puja open to everyone. Use the donate page, where UK taxpayers can also add Gift Aid.
Where do I park?
Supermarine Rugby Club, Supermarine Road, Swindon SN3 4BZ. Free parking on site.
I’m not Bengali. Is this for me?
Absolutely. SHAROD Durga Puja welcomes everyone, whatever your background. Bring friends, neighbours and colleagues. It is a lovely way to see Durga Puja for the first time.
Can I bring a friend who hasn’t booked?
Seats are limited, so please book a place for each person coming.