These two words – GSP and GPS- are basic to our culture. Indian culture, today or eons ago, is about ancestor worship, elements worship (vedic times), later, idolisation, bhakti, shakti and all progressions. In the art field, especially our abhyaas arts, that’s performing like dance, music, even acting a guru was paramount to learn not […]Read More
One of Pakistan’s most fearless cultural voices, who uses dance as a powerful medium for artistic expression, social justice, and women’s empowerment is Sheema Kermani. A renowned classical dancer, choreographer, actor, and human rights activist, she has spent decades challenging conservative norms while keeping the traditions of Bharatanatyam, Odissi, and theatre alive in Pakistan. As […]Read More
India’s foremost exponent of the authentic royal Ghoomar and Naach traditions of Rajasthan and the Executive Director of the Gangaur Ghoomar Dance Academy is Jyothi D. Tommaar. A disciple of Padma Shri H.H. Rajmata Goverdan Kumari of Santrampur, she has dedicated nearly four decades to preserving and promoting these rare folk dance traditions. She brought […]Read More
An entrepreneur, storyteller, and growth marketing strategist known for blending psychology with powerful narratives is Mr. Prathamesh Krisang, who’s recent videos on Natya Shastra on social media are getting viral. He is the founder of Magnetic Nation and has helped brands connect with audiences through innovative marketing. An award-winning filmmaker, he believes stories have the […]Read More
Internationally respected Kathak maestro and one of the foremost disciples of the legendary Padma Vibhushan Pandit Birju Maharaj, was Padmashri Guru Pandit Pratap Pawar (MBE), passed away recently at the age of 84. His demise marks the end of an extraordinary chapter in the history of Indian classical dance. The world of Indian classical dance […]Read More
Over the past few years, social media has gifted us countless videos of Indian tourists breaking into spontaneous Garba, Bhangra, Bollywood routines, and flash mobs at some of the world’s most iconic tourist destinations. From the streets of Europe to ancient temples, airport terminals, mountain viewpoints, historic squares, and cultural landmarks, groups of travellers have […]Read More
An eminent scholar, performer, and researcher in Indian classical dance, particularly Bharatanatyam is Dr Sandhya Purecha. She currently serves as the Chairperson of the Sangeet Natak Akademi, India’s apex institution for the performing arts under the Ministry of Culture. A recipient of numerous national and international honours, she has made significant contributions to dance education, […]Read More
Contemporary dancer and choreographer Narayan Sharma recently presented his powerful solo production Saṁhṛti in the capital. A deeply philosophical work, the 40-minute performance explores the mysteries of life, death, memory, and the soul’s eternal journey through movement, music, puppetry, and theatrical design. In this conversation, Sharma reflects on the inspiration behind the work, the creative […]Read More
SWEDEN is a country that gave me lots: the first-ever scholarship in 1984 to study theatre administration at the oldest city theatre in its capital Stockholm, created by Astrid Lindgren (in the last century and millennials might not have heard of her perhaps but she was to children’s literature for decades with her Pippi Longstocking […]Read More
A meditation facilitator and conscious friend who guides people through dance, movement, and active meditation practices is renowned Maitreya Prema. He believes that dance is a powerful pathway to inner freedom, healing, and silence. Since beginning his journey in 1997, he has explored movement as a tool for releasing stress, emotions, and inner blockages. Rather […]Read More