Discover the world of Sandip Soparrkar, internationally acclaimed Indian ballroom dancer, choreographer, and TEDx speaker, through his columns on Life and More. He shares his unique perspective on dance, creativity, performing arts, and the business of art, blending practical advice with personal experiences.
Explore his articles to learn about innovative choreography, cultural trends, artistic inspiration, and stories from the global dance and entertainment industry. Whether you’re an aspiring dancer, artist, or simply a lover of culture, Sandip’s writings offer guidance, insight, and inspiration.
One of the emerging faces of India’s digital dance movement, Noel Alexander has built a distinctive identity as a dancer and choreographer who seamlessly blends technical precision with emotional storytelling. Inspired by popular dance reality shows, Noel’s journey into the world of dance began with curiosity that soon transformed into a lifelong passion and commitment. […]Read More
At Pravaha, a festival dedicated to showcasing and premiering new productions, Shringara Bhakti 2.0 emerged as a deeply reflective and aesthetically layered dance feature. Show at NCPA Mumbai was conceptualised and curated by Dr. Usha RK, an arts consultant with over four decades of experience, the production explored the interdependence of śṛṅgāra (love) and bhakti […]Read More
An internationally renowned dancer, choreographer, and scholar whose life and work bridge Europe and India through classical dance is Ileana Citaristi. Trained in Odissi under the legendary Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra and deeply influenced by Kathakali, she is one of the foremost non-Indian exponents of Indian classical dance. Based in Odisha for decades, she has played […]Read More
India’s hosting of the 20th Session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage marked a defining moment in the country’s cultural diplomacy. Held at the historic Red Fort under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the session highlighted India’s deep civilisational commitment to living traditions. As the nodal agency, […]Read More
Dance has always been a discipline before it became entertainment, rooted in patience, repetition, discomfort, humility, and time, long before reels, likes, and follower counts became currencies of worth; yet today, much of the dance education ecosystem is quietly drifting away from that truth, reshaped by social media culture and validation-seeking behavior because they are […]Read More
From the verandas of the National Art Gallery of The Bahamas to international Odissi stages, Carlito Catalano’s journey is one of devotion, resilience, and cultural bridge-building. A short chat with artist: Tell us about your dancing journey, your teachers and training. My first encounter with Indian classical dance happened by chance. As a shy, introverted, […]Read More
Legendary performer, guru, and cultural icon, Jayantimala Mishra, fondly known as Urvashi, is one of the most celebrated exponents of Kathak and a torchbearer of the Banaras Gharana. Born into the illustrious family of Acharya Pandit Sukhdev Maharaj, she represents the tenth generation of this legendary lineage. Trained under stalwarts such as Sitara Devi Ji, […]Read More
On person whose work stands as a quiet yet powerful commitment to preserving and revitalising India’s artistic heritage is Anurag Chauhan. Through Breathing Arts, he has created meaningful spaces where classical and folk traditions meet young minds with freshness and relevance. His approach goes beyond performance, fostering deep cultural engagement rooted in experience and authenticity. […]Read More
One artist whose journey as a Kathak artist is marked by discipline, excellence, and early recognition of her talent is Alakhnanda. She received a prestigious scholarship from Kathak Kendra at the age of ten and was awarded the same again at eighteen, reflecting sustained artistic brilliance. At eighteen, she was also honoured with the National […]Read More
One of the young and dynamic breed of dancers who is a distinguished Bharatanatyam dancer, choreographer, and guru with over three decades of dedication to the classical arts is Pavitra Bhat. Trained from a young age, he has performed extensively and is known for his deep storytelling, strong abhinaya, and thoughtful thematic productions. As the […]Read More
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