Annie Zaidi's novel, 'The Comeback,' explores an actor's journey from self-absorption to considering others, using theatre as a central theme. The story follows John K, a struggling actor who finds mainstream success. His casual remarks about a college friend, Asghar Abbasi, lead to Asghar losing his job and marriage strain. Asghar then starts a new theatre company in his hometown, while John remains restless and insecure, seeking reconciliation.