Dance: Aavahan

Kuchipudi
Ayana Mukherjee & Moutushi Majumder
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Ayana Mukherjee, an upcoming dancer in the world of Kuchipudi, embarked on her journey in classical dance at the age of 16. She honed her skills, earning a pre-degree and bachelors honours from Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata. For the past decade, Ayana has dedicated herself to intensive training under the esteemed guidance of Padmashree Guru Jayarama Rao and Vanashree Rao, further enriching her mastery of Kuchipudi. For the last ten years she is getting extensive training under Guru Vanashree Rao and dancing on the lead roles of the company Rasa United headed by her guru.

Moutushi Majumder, a dancer by passion and public health researcher by profession had embarked on the journey of exploring Indian classical dance from her early age in life. She started her journey in Kuchipudi under the tutelage of venerable Gurus, Padamshri Guru Jayarama Rao and Sangeet Natak Akademy Awardee Guru Vanashree Rao and for over fifteen years in New Delhi.

An evocative evening of Kuchipudi, where we delve into the timeless themes of love and rejection, illuminating the resilient spirit of women. Through the classical elegance of Kuchipudi, we explore the rich tapestry of Sringara, in all its beauty and complexity. This transformative journey is marked by her search for inner strength, resilience, and self-worth. Through powerful and emotive choreography, the dancer conveys the woman's inner battle and her ultimate triumph over adversity.

It is a tribute to the emotional depth and fortitude of women. Through the grace and expressiveness of Kuchipudi, we invite you to experience this journey of love, rejection, and the indomitable spirit that defines the essence of womanhood.