A dynamic performer, choreographer, and teacher closely associated with the renowned institution Nrityanjali is Dr Anonna Guha, who is trained in Kathak, she brings together grace, depth, and expression in her performances while also excelling in theatre and stagecraft. Beyond the stage, she contributes actively to Nrityanjali’s social projects, particularly in empowering underprivileged children through […]Read More
…Hindustan hamara! Iqbal ‘s immortal words (penned in 1904!) still resonate with many; KBC did a special focus with three Armed Forces talents, one each from the Army, Navy and Air Force. They were all articulate and said all the right things because they knew for once their words will be heard by millions. Millions […]Read More
I met this young dynamic ballroom dancer, choreographer, and dance educator Vard Margaryan in the august company of the world’s oldest Ballroom Dancer Ms. Tao Porchon Lynch, in 2018, at a party thrown by Ms, Lynch in New York. Vard’s charisma and charm caught my attention and since then I have known this brilliant dancer […]Read More
A passionate Bharatanatyam soloist known for her deep-rooted training and soulful performances. After a successful corporate career, she returned to dance with renewed purpose and academic rigour. Sujatha Ramanathan work blends tradition with thoughtful innovation, often drawing from texts like the Ramayana and Natya Shastra. She is trained in multiple movement forms including Mohiniattam, Kalaripayattu, […]Read More
A renowned Indian playwright, theatre director, and dramatist, Padma Shri Ratan Thiyam passed away recently, he was known for his innovative contributions to contemporary Indian theatre. Born in Manipur in 1948, he was a leading figure in the “theatre of roots” movement, which blends traditional Indian performance styles with modern themes. Thiyam was the founder […]Read More
Kruti Gandhi Sharda wins Tango championship for India A dancer shaped by tradition and transformed by emotion, Kruti Gandhi Sharda moves between worlds—Garba, Bharatanatyam, salsa, and now, Argentine Tango. Her journey is one of cultural fusion and fearless exploration. Earning third place for India at the prestigious Indonesia Tango Championship Preliminaries, she continues to grow […]Read More
Born in the sacred city of Kashi, the duo has artistry rooted in a rich lineage of classical music and dance, twin torchbearers of the Banaras Gharana of Kathak are duo Saurav and Gaurav Mishra. Trained under their uncle and Guru, Pandit Ravi Shankar Mishra, they embody both devotion and discipline. Their performances blend rhythmic […]Read More
In metro India, where is leisure time – of a nice walkthrough park – acres of well-kept greenery and elegant buildings? In the heart of Delhi, there’s the Lodhi Garden then there’s the Sundar Nursery. Bangalore has Cubbon Park and Lalbagh; Bombay has Hanging Gardens and Borivali National Park; Chennai, the beach and Kolkata, the […]Read More
Recently, I was invited to South Korea to be a part of the iconic Duo Dance Festival (DDF), a premier international duet dance festival, held annually. It’s organized by the Duo Dance Festival Steering Committee, often in collaboration with the Korea Dance Arts Center and local theaters in Daehak‑ro, Seoul. It features both emerging and […]Read More
An eminent Bharatanatyam exponent, choreographer, teacher, and curator whose contributions to Indian classical dance span decades is the charming Kalashri Dr. Lata Surendra. Known for her deep scholarship and spiritual approach to dance, she brings rare depth and intensity to every performance. Her productions often transcend the stage, becoming profound experiences that blend tradition with […]Read More
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