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Rishi Sharma

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Los Angeles, Indiawww.rishisharma.com/

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Rishi Sharma is a multifaceted Indian classical dance figure, contemporary performer, choreographer, actor, filmmaker, and educator, recognized for his innovative approach to movement and storytelling. He received rigorous training in Mayurbhanj Chhau, a centuries-old Indian martial dance form, for over twelve years, which forms the foundation of his…

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Trained in Mayurbhanj Chhau — Over twelve years of training in the traditional martial dance form.

Top 12 Finalist on So You Think You Can Dance India

Performed with the Brahmaputras on India's Got Talent

Assistant Choreographer in Bollywood — Worked on films like 'Shamshera', 'Prithviraj', 'The Archies', and 'Bunty Aur Babli 2'.

Faculty Member at Shriram Bhartiya Kala Kendra — Played a pivotal role in training underprivileged children.

Senior Company Artist at Sadhya

Began MFA at CalArts — Pursuing a dual MFA in Choreography and Film/Video at the California Institute of the Arts.

Premiered 'KATHA: The Charioteer's Code' — His dance thesis at CalArts.

Artistic Director of CentreStage Dance Company

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  • Top 12 FinalistSo You Think You Can Dance India

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