"Mohini"—an iconic feminine form of the Hindu god Vishnu in Indian mythology—is where Mohiniyattam, a classical dance form that originated in Kera, derives its name. According to the Natya ...
Neena Prasad’s performance was comprehensive, giving a wholesome feel of the dance style. Unhurried music, graceful dips, unobtrusive rhythm and stylised abhinaya are Mohiniyattam’s hallmark.
The audience was overwhelmed with the bhajans of playback singer Usha Utthup in the Ganga pandalPratibha Prahlad entertained ...
As per the tradition of Kalamandalam, only female teachers were appointed for various dance forms like Bharatanatyam, Mohiniyattam, and Kuchuppudi. Meanwhile, for forms like Kathakali and ...
Leading Kathak exponent Pandit Rajendra Gangani has been selected for this year’s prestigious Nishagandhi Puraskaram, instituted by the Department of Tourism, for outstanding contributions to Indian ...