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Pandit Rajendra Gangani is a celebrated Indian Kathak dancer, renowned for his innovative style and technical brilliance, and a leading exponent of the Jaipur Gharana. Born into a lineage of distinguished Kathak dancers, he began his training at the tender age of four under the tutelage of his father, the legendary Pt. Kundanlal Gangani. He further honed…
Journey Timeline
Early age of four
Began Kathak training — Under the tutelage of his father, Pt. Kundanlal Gangani.
1983
Graduated from Kathak Kendra, Delhi
1984
Became Senior Guru at Kathak Kendra, Delhi
2003
Received Sangeet Natak Akademi Award — Presented by The President of India A. P. J. Abdul Kalam.
2018
Joined Nalanda Nrityakala Mahavidyalaya — As Visiting Faculty and Head of Department (Kathak).
2024
Choreographed Guinness World Record performance at Khajuraho — 1,484 dancers performed, earning him the Best Choreographer's Award.
2025
Selected for Nishagandhi Puraskaram
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Awards & Honors
- 2003 · Sangeet Natak Akademi Award — Sangeet Natak Akademi
- Sangeet Raj
- Shastriya Nritya Shiromani
- Best Dancer Award in China
- Nritya Chudamani
- 2025 · Nishagandhi Puraskaram — Department of Tourism, Kerala
- 2024 · Best Choreographer's Award
Media Coverage
- Mesmerising Movements
The Hindu
- 'Often, contemporary is temporary'
The Hindu
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