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Malavika Kumar Walia is a distinguished Indian classical dancer, choreographer, teacher, and nattuvanar, primarily recognized for her profound contributions to Bharatanatyam. She is based in San Jose, USA, and holds a prominent position as a senior company dancer and choreographer with the acclaimed Abhinaya Dance Company of San Jose. This esteemed…
Journey Timeline
1992
Began performing with Abhinaya Dance Company
2000
Began performing nattuvangam for Abhinaya Dance Company
2004
Lauded by a critic in Chennai for her nattuvangam — 'the star of the show' for her 'precise, well-intoned nattuvangam'
2014
Received Lakshmi Viswanathan Award — For solo performance from Sri Krishna Gana Sabha
2020
Appointed Director of the Junior Dance Company
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- 2014 · Lakshmi Viswanathan Award — Sri Krishna Gana Sabha
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