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Poonam Gandhi, affectionately known as Poonam Tai, is a distinguished Indian classical Kathak dancer and a senior teacher at Maneesha Nrityalaya in Pune, India. Her Kathak journey commenced in 1976 under the tutelage of Guru Pandita Maneesha Sathe, making her one of the initial students of Maneesha Nrityalaya. She holds a Nritya Visharad in Kathak from…
Journey Timeline
1976
Began Kathak training — Started learning Kathak under Guru Pta. Maneesha Sathe at Maneesha Nrityalaya.
Late 1970s
Began performing on stage — Started performing actively with Guru Maneesha Tai.
1986
Began teaching — Started teaching Kathak, accumulating nearly 40 years of experience by 2026.
1987
Participated in USA tour — Joined Maneesha Nrityalaya's inaugural USA tour.
Late 1980s
Performed for Pandit Gopi Krishnaji — Performed in the presence of her Dada Guru, Pandit Gopi Krishnaji, in Pune.
Late 1990s
Continued active performing — Maintained an active performing career until the late 1990s.
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