Guru Smt. Vyjayanthi Kashi is an empanelled as an outstanding artist with the Indian Council for Cultural Relations and a ‘Top’ grade artist of Doordharshan (television). Her works have been featured in several Regional, National and International festivals in around 30 countries.
She has been honored with several awards including the Precedential Award from Kendra Sangeet Natak Academy Puraskar, Karnataka State Rajyothsav Award, Nritrya Choodamani from Sree Krishna Gana Sabha, Chennai, Kala Shree from Karnataka State Sangeeth Natak Academy, Mahari Award Bhuvaneshwar, Debaprasad Award from Bhuvaneshwar, Zee Astitva Mumbhai, Alva’s Nudisiri Puraskar, Vocational Excellence Awards from Rotary International, Araya Bhatta and more for her contribution to Kuchipudi. She has served as the Chairperson of Karnataka Sangeet Nritya Academy.
Smt. Aparna Satheesan, Co-Founder of Nirvikalpa, is trained in Bharatanatyam, Mohiniyattam, Kuchipudi, Kathakali, Ottam Thullal, Kerala Nadanam, and Folk dance, Aparna's versatility is a testament to her deep commitment. Over 500 performances have marked her journey, gracing prestigious events like the Heartland Film Festival, Karur Natyanjali Festival, and collaborations with @arrahman
In 2017, Aparna became the state ambassador in Kuchipudi for IndianRaga and received the dance fellowship at IndiaRaga. Beyond the stage, she's been a VJ for @asianet and Soorya TV and lent her voice to Malayalam movies.
In 2015, she founded SAMYOGA FOUNDATION India, dedicated to making a positive impact through dance. "Transforming Life through Dance" events, inaugurated by Princess Aswathi Thirunal Gowri Lakshmi Bayi, contribute to societal welfare.
Introduction - • Nirvikalpa Talks ~ Epi...
Dancing journey and who or what inspired Vyjayanthi Akka to pursue Kuchipudi,
and Bharatanatyam too? - • Nirvikalpa Talks ~ Epi...
What are your thoughts on the changing perspectives
of young generation students/shishyas? - • Nirvikalpa Talks ~ Epi...
What changes in the perspective/reception for Kuchipudi dance form have you seen? - • Nirvikalpa Talks ~ Epi...
What challenges have you faced as an artist
and how have you overcome them? - • Nirvikalpa Talks ~ Epi...
How do you balance your time between being a Kuchipudi dancer and
a television artist? - • Nirvikalpa Talks ~ Epi...
What challenges do you see for young dancers trying to
sustain interest in traditional forms like Kuchipudi? - • Nirvikalpa Talks ~ Epi...
How difficult is it for emerging dancers to find financial support
and sponsorships for their training and performances?
How can we make a change to overcome or support young artists? - • Nirvikalpa Talks ~ Epi...
How has the rise of digital media and social platforms impacted the
traditional learning and performance spaces for Kuchipudi dancers? - • Nirvikalpa Talks ~ Epi...
What advice would you give to young aspiring dancers
and artists who look up to you? - • Nirvikalpa Talks ~ Epi...
RAPIDFIRE ROUND - • Nirvikalpa Talks ~ Epi...