The year end is always a time for a recky. Earlier, those of us who had regular columns in the print media (I had in the Times of India for almost 20 years; the Hindu for five and continue contributing to India Today occasionally when the topic is pan Indian), used to write THE YEAR […]Read More
An eminent Kathak exponent, choreographer and guru, who is renowned for her innovative yet deeply rooted approach to the classical form is Shama Bhate. A disciple of legendary Kathak doyen Rohini Bhate, she has made a significant contribution to the evolution and pedagogy of Kathak over several decades. She is a recipient of several prestigious […]Read More
A dynamic force in the entertainment world, Shantanu Maheshwari seamlessly blending his extraordinary talent as a dancer and actor. Known for his graceful precision, effortless versatility, and expressive style, he brings a poetic fluidity to every performance on stage. At the same time, his natural acting ability, emotional depth, and magnetic screen presence allow him […]Read More
A Tribute to the Legendary Dancer Who Redefined Classical Art for the World The world of Indian classical dance bows its head in reverence today as it bids farewell to one of its most radiant luminaries. Padma Bhushan Kumari Kamala (Kumari Lakshminarayanan)—the iconic Bharatanatyam virtuoso whose brilliance lit up stage and screen for more than […]Read More
It’s a line repeated so often in studios and green rooms that it feels like a universal truth. But the sharper truth is this: art doesn’t pay because we have allowed it not to. Systems don’t remain broken on their own; they survive because we feed them with our choices, our yeses, our silences. Artists […]Read More
Sandhya Shantaram—born Vijaya Deshmukh—stands as one of the most enchanting presences in the golden age of Indian cinema. Discovered by the visionary filmmaker V. Shantaram, she blossomed into an actress-dancer whose subtle acting, haunting voice, and magnetic stage demeanour united in performances that continue to linger in hearts decades later. She recently passed away and […]Read More
The word echo implies a sound that’s repeated when sent back from a surface it touches… an amplification if in the mountains; a ripple effect if by the sea and a voice from the past into the future if under a tree! Seven such voices assembled in Mumbai under a magical Banyan tree for senior […]Read More
For the first time, India’s schoolchildren are getting a structured introduction to the country’s rich traditions of classical music, dance, and theatre through NCERT’s new Arts Education textbooks — Bansuri (Classes 3–5) and Kriti (Classes 6–8). The curriculum aligns with the National Education Policy 2020’s vision of rooting learning in the Indian ethos while keeping […]Read More
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
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