Lucky Prajna Pratisthita Mohanty, an award-winning Odissi dance exponent and esteemed instructor at Kala Vikash Kendra in Cuttack, Odisha, is recognized for his global performances at prestigious festivals and his advanced academic and professional accolades in the arts.
Lucky Prajna Pratisthita Mohanty, an esteemed Odissi dance exponent, was born in 1986 in Cuttack, Odisha. He received rigorous training under the legendary Guru Kumkum Mohanty at Kala Vikash Kendra. Mohanty holds a Master of Performing Arts in Odissi (Gold Medalist) from Sambalpur University and a Master's in Human Consciousness and Yogic Science from Utkal University. Recognized with a Senior Scholarship from the Ministry of Culture, he has been awarded an 'A' grade by Prasar Bharati and the prestigious Singar Mani award from Sur Singar Samsad. His performances have graced renowned festivals such as Konark, Mukteswar, and Khajuraho, and he has showcased his talent internationally in the USA, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Switzerland. Currently, he imparts his expertise and passion for Odissi dance as an instructor at Kala Vikash Kendra, Odisha’s oldest and most esteemed cultural institution, dedicated to preserving and promoting classical arts.
