Hyderabad / New Delhi, Dec 1 (Representative) A breathtaking convergence of six Indian classical dance forms has enthralled audiences at the “Natya Thoranam” event, organized by Amrita Cultural Trust. Held at Shilpakala Vedika here on Saturday evening, the event witnessed an extraordinary turnout, with the venue filled. Dancers from Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Mohiniyattam, Kathak, Odissi, and Andhra Natyam showcased their expertise, with 6 to 10 performers representing each style. The highlight of the evening was a jugalbandi by all 88 dancers, which captivated the audience. Renowned dance gurus including Kalakrishna (Andhra Natyam), Anita Guha (Bharatanatyam), Chavali Bala Tripurasundari (Kuchipudi), Neena Prasad (Mohiniyattam), Shama Bhate (Kathak), Bichitrananda Swain (Odissi), and Perini Kumar (Perini Natyam-Andhra Natyam) guided the performers to deliver flawless presentations.
Amrita Cultural Trust, founded by Pagadala Rajesh and Bhargavi, along with a management committee comprising Sita Anand Vaidyam, Revathi Puppala, and Surendranath, organized the event. Chief guest, Telangana Endowments Department Principal Secretary Shailaja Ramaiyer, lauded the trust for promoting Indian culture and encouraging diverse dance forms. They expressed optimism about the bright future awaiting the participating dancers. Special guests included retired IFS officer T.V. Narasimha Rao, Padma Shri Padmaja Reddy, Koti Surya Prabha, Shilpa Reddy, TV9’s Rajanikanth, Padma Shri Uma Maheswari, Madala Ravi, and Ashrita Vemuganti, among others, who praised the event’s grandeur and cultural significance.