Bharata Natyam dancer and choreographer
The internationally acclaimed Alarmel Ì Valli has been lauded for her classical rootedness, dynamism and continuous innovation. She has been decorated with several awards including the Padma Bhushan, Chevalier of Arts and Letters, Kalaimamani and Sangeet Natak Academy award. Here this legendary artist shares her thoughts exclusively with our readers.
What has been the turning point of your life?
Performing at the prestigious Theatre de la Ville festival in Paris, in the company of Titans like Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia and Pandit Birju Maharaj, I realized my true calling, not as an astrophysicist as I thought, but as a dancer.
Your definition of success...
To find your unique voice in your chosen vocation and to have the passion, courage of conviction and integrity to stay true to it.
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Smt. Revathi Ramachandran - Director Of Kalakshetra Foundation
Dancer, choreographer and teacher of Bharatanatyam, Smt. Revathi Ramachandran's repertoire has taken her to stages PAN India, Europe and America. She is the only exponent of 'Sudha Nrittam', an ancient temple dance revived by her Guru Mangudi Dorairaja Iyer. She has been the recipient of many awards and accolades including the prestigious Kalaimamani award.Apart from her cultural achievements, this master's degree holder in Economics, has also captained the Tamil Nadu Women's' Basketball team in early 80s. Here she shares her thoughts with our readers through this interview.
