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Kathak is often equated with mujra, a form of entertainment, because of its portrayal in Bollywood films, where it's frequently depicted as the dance of courtesans, and due to its history of being performed in Mughal courts, which led to a more sensuous style
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Kathak is often mistakenly equated with "mujra" due to Bollywood's portrayal of Kathak as a dance form associated with courtesans and the Mughal era, leading to a misconception of its origins and true nature.
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Kathak is often mistakenly equated with "mujra" due to Bollywood's portrayal of Kathak as a dance form associated with courtesans and the Mughal era, leading to a misconception of its origins and true nature.
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Kathak is often incorrectly equated with Mujra due to its portrayal in Bollywood films, where Kathak is frequently depicted as the dance of courtesans. While Mujra is a form of entertainment that incorporates elements of Kathak, particularly during Mughal times, it is not the same as classical Kathak....
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Kathak is often incorrectly equated with Mujra due to its portrayal in Bollywood films, where Kathak is frequently depicted as the dance of courtesans. While Mujra is a form of entertainment that incorporates elements of Kathak, particularly during Mughal times, it is not the same as classical Kathak. 

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English Mujra dance consolidates elements of classical Kathak dance with local music, including thumris and ghazals. It also incorporates poetry from the Mughal era. True mujra is elegant, sophisticated and artistic, presented with taste and elegance.
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