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Mangala Bhatt (1963 – June 16, 2025) was a distinguished Indian Kathak dance exponent, recognized for her contributions to the Jaipur Gharana and her ability to integrate nuances of the Lucknow style. Born in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, she received her initial education there before securing a national scholarship to train at the prestigious Kathak Kendra…
Journey Timeline
1963
Born in Kolhapur, Maharashtra
1990
Co-founded Aakruti Kathak Kendra in Hyderabad — With her husband Raghav Raj Bhatt.
2019
Received Sangeet Natak Akademi Award — Conferred with her husband Raghav Raj Bhatt.
2025
Passed away in Hyderabad — On June 16, at the age of 62, due to a brain hemorrhage.
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Awards & Honors
- 2019 · Sangeet Natak Akademi Award — Sangeet Natak Akademi
- Telangana State Award — Government of Telangana
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- Remembering Mangala Bhatt
The New Indian Express
- Kathak Exponent Mangala Bhatt Passes Away
Deccan Chronicle
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