There may be some flaws -- in script, directorial compositions and design -- in the production; however, performances of the artistes made up for those imperfections and then some. Through a perfect blend of gestures and voice modulation, actors incorporated the required emotions. With bold and energetic performances each and every actor of Aikik Theatre from Naranganj, demonstrated how an everyday individual could be motivated to become a 'hero' in dire straits.

Combat scenes have not been featured in Indian theatre maestro Utpal Dutta's only play on the Liberation War of Bangladesh titled Thikana. Featuring the psyche of the laymen in a concentration camp, heroism among the Bengalis during the war has been highlighted. However, the rank order of the army has not been properly maintained in the play.

Using sound effect, smoke and light effect director Asit Kumar created an apt ambiance. Effective performances by the artistes are enough to create a sequence; flashback scenes used in the play came across as rather unnecessary. Moreover, too many changes concerning elements on the stage appeared as a hurdle for the artistes to perform spontaneously. Kamaluddin Kabir is the set designer and Pankaj Ninand and Atikul Islam Munna are the light designers of the play.

Sharmin Bazol Rakhi in the role of an elderly woman, Rashida Khatun, who owns a tea stall near railway station helping the freedom fighters, delivered a remarkable performance.

Shoeb Monir was equally impressive in the role of Jamini Sen, a jatra actor who takes responsibility of murdering of a Pakistani Lieutenant.

Yousuf Atiq Manik as Colonel Waliullah, Ahmedur Rahman Tanu as Captain Golam Mohammad, SM Ripon as Shahabuddin Chowdhury performed boldly on the stage.

The show was held as part of the ongoing National Theatre Festival arranged by Bangladesh Group Theatre Federation in association with Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.