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Artist’s Reflection
A hundred years from now, I hope people see an artist who believed deeply in love, passion, and devotion. Through Bharatanatyam, I have tried to speak of unity, of the principles of life that help us become better and more contented human beings. I would want them to recognise Bharatanatyam not merely as entertainment or spectacle, but as a profound and versatile art form. Beneath the beauty of movement lie deeper layers of meaning. Through my dance, I hope people glimpse those inner worlds and discover what dance can truly mean.
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About the Author
Rama Vaidyanathan
Rama Vaidyanathan, Sangeet Natak Akademi awardee and director of Ganesha Natyalaya, is among the most respected Bharatanatyam artists shaping the contemporary language of classical dance.