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Chockalingam Pillai (1893–1968) was a highly renowned figure in Indian classical dance, specifically Bharatanatyam, and a pivotal doyen of the Pandanallur style. He was the son-in-law of the revered Guru Meenakshisundaram Pillai, who is often hailed as the 'Father of Bharatanatyam' and is credited with establishing the Pandanallur style. Chockalingam Pillai…
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1893
Born
1943
Became Honorary Principal of Indian Institute of Fine Arts, Madras
1954
Became doyen Guru of Pandanallur style — After the passing of his father-in-law, Meenakshisundaram Pillai
1960
Received Sangeet Natak Akademi Award
1968
Died
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- 1960 · Sangeet Natak Akademi Award — Sangeet Natak Akademi
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