Lavani: A folk form that demands more than just hoots and whistles Savitri Medhatul and her theatre-based company Kali Billi Productions (KBP) from Mumbai, brings her production, Lavanyavathi to ...

Sudharak Olwe captures the dilemma of lavani dancers through his lens in his new exhibition Photo journalist with leading publications, a Padmashri, and award winning photos and exhibitions ...

We do have patients who are uninsured or underinsured. We do not even ask the question,” Lavani said. But Dr Lavani does ask one question of prospective emergency department staff.

The town of Jamkhed in the Indian state of Maharashtra is known for its Lavani dancers. Performed to the beats of a traditional percussion instrument, Lavani's origin goes back centuries.

Experience the world of lavani with Lavanyavati — a bold, immersive journey through Maharashtra’s iconic folk tradition. Presented by Jagriti Theatre in collaboration with The Indian Music ...

Originating in 18th-century Maharashtra under the Peshwa regime, Lavani, derived from the root word, lavanya, is a form of folk dance that epitomises grace and has the shringar ras at its core ...

Then came the magic, as Flamenco and Kathak danced together. Aditi Bhagwat brought Lavani, the traditional Maharashtrian dance form, onstage; the Las Migas gave her company with their song, Antonio.

Recalling her early days as a Lavani dancer, she says, "Having a financially weak family background, getting paid even Rs 150 as my performance fee in those days felt like a great deal.