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Bengali Mother Tongue (Native)
Hindi Proficient
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RABINDRA BHARATI UNIVERSITY 1997
Master of Fine Arts (MFA - MVA)
Kolkata,, Pal para, Batanagar
Nangi Station road Near 1no. Gate
Batanagar Pal para, Kolkata, India - 700140
Landmark: Beside Dr. Pk Dhar Dispensary. Sebak House Kajri Dance Institution
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4.8 out of 5 31 reviews
Sarita
Dance
"Highly unprofessional. First she re-scheduled the demo session 15 mins before the scheduled time & then for the 2nd time she did not show up. "
Anusha Khare
Dance
"Soma mam is very much experienced, sincere in her work. Very focused and attentive master.. Had a very good learning with her. "
Shweta Singh
Dance
"Shoma ma’am is very good teacher , i have learnt so many things from her in such small period, still So much more to learn. Having teacher like her is a blessing. "
Madhulika
Dance
"Soma mam is a very good teacher , i have been learning from her since a month. i find very comfortable with her. kind of attention she gives during class is very appreciating. she is super nice and tecahes really well. I enjoy her class very much. I am extremely thank full that i got a wonderful kathak teacher for myself. "
Answered on 22 Jul Learn Dance/Choreography/Kathakali Dance Classes
Yes, there are major differences between Kathak and Kathakali, as they are two distinct classical dance forms from different regions of India:
Kathak:
Origin: North India
Style: Elegant, rhythmic footwork, spins, expressive storytelling through hand gestures (mudras) and facial expressions.
Music: Hindustani classical music
Costume: Light and graceful; ghungroos (ankle bells) are a key feature
Theme: Mythological and romantic narratives, devotional in nature
Kathakali:
Origin: Kerala (South India)
Style: Highly stylized dance-drama with dramatic expressions and elaborate acting
Music: Carnatic music
Costume: Heavy, colorful, and theatrical with painted faces and large headgear
Theme: Epic stories from Ramayana and Mahabharata
In short, Kathak focuses more on storytelling through rhythm and grace, while Kathakali is a theatrical spectacle combining dance, drama, and music.
Answered on 22 Jul Learn Dance/Choreography/Kathakali Dance Classes
Kathakali and Kuchipudi are both classical Indian dance forms, but they differ significantly in origin, style, and presentation:
Origin: Kathakali comes from Kerala (South India), while Kuchipudi originates from Andhra Pradesh.
Style: Kathakali is a dance-drama with elaborate facial expressions, hand gestures (mudras), and heavy makeup, performed mostly by male artists. Kuchipudi is a graceful dance form that combines speech, mime, and dance, and is performed by both men and women.
Music: Kathakali uses Carnatic music but is sung in Malayalam or Sanskrit verses, whereas Kuchipudi performances are based on Telugu and Sanskrit texts.
Makeup & Costume: Kathakali performers wear dramatic face paint and heavy costumes to represent mythological characters. Kuchipudi dancers wear lighter costumes and use more subtle makeup.
Answered on 22 Jul Learn Dance/Choreography/Kathakali Dance Classes
Kathakali originated in the 17th century in the southern Indian state of Kerala. It is a classical dance-drama known for its elaborate costumes, dramatic makeup, and expressive gestures. Kathakali is deeply rooted in Hindu mythology, especially the epics Mahabharata and Ramayana. It is not considered a folk dance but rather one of the eight officially recognized classical dance forms of India. While it incorporates folk elements in presentation, it is highly stylized and structured, placing it firmly in the classical tradition.
Answered on 22 Jul Learn Dance/Choreography/Kathakali Dance Classes
Yes, there are major differences between Kathak and Kathakali, as they are two distinct classical dance forms from different regions of India:
Kathak:
Origin: North India
Style: Elegant, rhythmic footwork, spins, expressive storytelling through hand gestures (mudras) and facial expressions.
Music: Hindustani classical music
Costume: Light and graceful; ghungroos (ankle bells) are a key feature
Theme: Mythological and romantic narratives, devotional in nature
Kathakali:
Origin: Kerala (South India)
Style: Highly stylized dance-drama with dramatic expressions and elaborate acting
Music: Carnatic music
Costume: Heavy, colorful, and theatrical with painted faces and large headgear
Theme: Epic stories from Ramayana and Mahabharata
In short, Kathak focuses more on storytelling through rhythm and grace, while Kathakali is a theatrical spectacle combining dance, drama, and music.
Answered on 22 Jul Learn Dance/Choreography/Kathakali Dance Classes
Kathakali and Kuchipudi are both classical Indian dance forms, but they differ significantly in origin, style, and presentation:
Origin: Kathakali comes from Kerala (South India), while Kuchipudi originates from Andhra Pradesh.
Style: Kathakali is a dance-drama with elaborate facial expressions, hand gestures (mudras), and heavy makeup, performed mostly by male artists. Kuchipudi is a graceful dance form that combines speech, mime, and dance, and is performed by both men and women.
Music: Kathakali uses Carnatic music but is sung in Malayalam or Sanskrit verses, whereas Kuchipudi performances are based on Telugu and Sanskrit texts.
Makeup & Costume: Kathakali performers wear dramatic face paint and heavy costumes to represent mythological characters. Kuchipudi dancers wear lighter costumes and use more subtle makeup.
Answered on 22 Jul Learn Dance/Choreography/Kathakali Dance Classes
Kathakali originated in the 17th century in the southern Indian state of Kerala. It is a classical dance-drama known for its elaborate costumes, dramatic makeup, and expressive gestures. Kathakali is deeply rooted in Hindu mythology, especially the epics Mahabharata and Ramayana. It is not considered a folk dance but rather one of the eight officially recognized classical dance forms of India. While it incorporates folk elements in presentation, it is highly stylized and structured, placing it firmly in the classical tradition.
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