Sandip Soparrkar holds a doctorate in world mythology folklore from Pacific University USA, an honorary doctorate in performing arts from the National American University, He is a World Book Record holder, a well-known Ballroom dancer and a Bollywood choreographer who has been honored with three National Excellence awards, one National Achievement Award and Dada Saheb Phalke award by the Government of India. He can be contacted on sandipsoparrkar06@gmail.com
With her commanding stage presence and deeply evocative artistry, Sanjukta Sinha has emerged as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary Kathak. A dancer, choreographer, and creative visionary, she continues to push the boundaries of the classical form while staying rooted in its spiritual essence. In this candid conversation, she reflects on her training, […]Read More
The Indian film and dance fraternity lost a gem on October 15, 2025, when veteran actress, dancer, and teacher Madhumati, born Hutoxi Reporter, passed away at the age of 87 in Mumbai. With her passing, an entire era of rhythm, grace, and cinematic dance artistry bid farewell. A beloved figure who mesmerised audiences on screen […]Read More
If you’re an avid Instagram Reels viewer, chances are you’ve seen the latest viral video of two choreographers performing an impromptu Bharatanatyam to the iconic Bollywood track Mere Dholna. The performance has mesmerised viewers across the Internet. The clip, shared by Pankaj Pandey on Instagram, features him and fellow choreographer Prakhyati Srivastava both dance teachers […]Read More
A dedicated Bharatanatyam dancer who trained under Guru Gargi Balakrishnan and the late Guru P.R.C. Nair, for the past 15 years, she has worked as a makeup and costume artist on some of India’s top dance reality shows. In 2020, Sindhu Nair founded the ‘Ghungroo Festival’ in memory of her late brother and husband — […]Read More
Today I feel overwhelmed to write about this extraordinary girl, Jhinuk Alvares, an internationally acclaimed Indian dancer whose journey spans from classical Odissi and Kathak to competitive Latin ballroom on the global stage. Trained across India, Russia, Europe, and the USA, she has represented India in over 40 international competitions, earning a world ranking and […]Read More
An acclaimed Odissi artist, Guru, performer, teacher, and choreographer Ranjana Gauhar is known for her deep devotion to the classical art form. A recipient of the Padma Shri and Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, she has played a pivotal role in popularizing Odissi globally. She trained under the legendary Guru Mayadhar Raut and later founded the […]Read More
Alladi Sarada, later Sarada Hoffman (1929–2025), affectionately known as Sarada Teacher or Chinna Sarada, was more than a Bharatanatyam exponent—she was a visionary pedagogue who shaped the way classical dance is taught and performed across the globe. As a senior faculty member at Kalakshetra Foundation, she played a pivotal role in standardising what is now […]Read More
One of the worlds most well known contemporary artists Jose Agudo was on a India tour, his career shaped up after many exciting projects like his dance at the London Olympics Opening Ceremony, performing at the Davis Cup Opening in Madrid, ‘A Thousand Shepherds’ for Cape Dance Company in South Africa, ‘Glansvit’ for Norrdans in […]Read More
A unique voice in the world of Indian classical dance, Asa Willoughby is trained in both Kathak and Bharatanatyam. Born and raised in England to a multicultural family, he began dancing as a teenager and has since studied under renowned gurus in the UK, India, and the US. As a turbaned Sikh male dancer, Asa […]Read More
The human body in motion has long fascinated artists, photographers, and audiences alike. Dance, an art form that expresses emotions through movement, and nude photography, which captures the raw essence of the human form, share a deep, intrinsic connection. When combined, they create images that are both powerful and poetic—celebrating strength, vulnerability, and the sheer […]Read More
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