Indian classical dance

  • Akshata Murty Celebrates Indian Heritage at 10 Downing Street: Bridging Cultures Through Tradition

    Akshata Murty Celebrates Indian Heritage at 10 Downing Street: Bridging Cultures Through Tradition

    Nov 24, 2025 09:36 pm CST

    Akshata Murty, wife of former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, shares how she maintained her Indian cultural identity while living at 10 Downing Street, from lighting diyas to cooking traditional rasam. She highlights the importance of the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan in London as a cultural bridge for the Indian diaspora, where she and her daughter now study Kuchipudi dance, demonstrating how cultural heritage thrives even in prominent political settings.

  • Kathakali Performance Brings Mahabharata Epic to Life in South Korea

    Kathakali Performance Brings Mahabharata Epic to Life in South Korea's Cultural Exchange Festival

    Oct 23, 2025 08:09 pm CST

    India's classical Kathakali dance form made its debut in Miryang, South Korea, showcasing the Mahabharata epic during the 11th annual Sarang Festival. This cultural exchange event featured elaborate performances at multiple venues including Yoga Culture Town and Busan Citizens Hall, strengthening diplomatic ties between the two nations through artistic expression.

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    Experience India's Premier Classical Dance Festival at Delhi's Historic Purana Qila

    Oct 02, 2025 06:29 pm CST

    Delhi's historic Purana Qila hosts the inaugural Indraprastha Nritya Mahotsav from October 3-5, featuring acclaimed classical dancers including Padma and Sangeet Natak Akademi awardees. This three-day celebration showcases India's rich dance heritage, from Odissi and Kathak to Kuchipudi and Mohiniyattam, appealing to both connoisseurs and newcomers alike.