Explanation

Bhavabhuti, Hastimalla, and Kshemeshvara were celebrated playwrights and dramatists of ancient and early medieval India.

– Bhavabhuti (8th century CE): A renowned Sanskrit dramatist and poet patronized by King Yashovarman of Kanauj. His famous plays include Malatimadhava, Mahaviracharita, and Uttararamacharita.
– Hastimalla (13th century CE): A noted Jain poet and dramatist in the Hoysala Empire who composed prominent Sanskrit plays including Vikrantakaurava and Subhadraharana.
– Kshemeshvara (10th-11th century CE): A distinguished dramatist patronized by Mahipala I of the Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty, author of classical plays such as Chandakaushika and Naishadhananda.

Hence, the correct option is Option B.