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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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
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
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
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
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
