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Sudha Chandran is a celebrated Indian Bharatanatyam and Kathak dancer, and an accomplished actress, renowned for her inspiring journey of resilience. Born on September 21, 1965, in Mumbai, India, she developed a passion for Bharatanatyam at a young age, beginning her training at Kala Sadan, Mumbai, at the age of five. By the age of 17, she had already…
Journey Timeline
1965
Born — Born in Mumbai, India
1970
Began dance training — Started Bharatanatyam at Kala Sadan, Mumbai (approximate, based on age 5)
1981
Road accident and amputation — Lost her right leg due to an accident in May
1983
Returned to dancing — Resumed performing with a prosthetic 'Jaipur Foot'
1984
Comeback performance — Performed at the South India Welfare Society in Mumbai on January 28
1984
Film debut in 'Mayuri' — Starred in the Telugu film based on her life
1986
National Film Award – Special Jury Award — Received for her role in 'Mayuri'
1994
Married Ravi Dang
2005
Founded Natya Mayuri Sudha Chandran Dance Academy — Established her dance institution in Mumbai
2005
Indian Television Academy Award — Received for Best Actress in a negative role for 'Tumhari Disha'
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Awards & Honors
- Nritya Mayuri — Dance Academy
- Nav Jyoti — Telugu Academy
- 1986 · National Film Award – Special Jury Award
- 2005 · Indian Television Academy Award for Best Actress in a negative role
- Honorary Doctorate — Invertis University, Bareilly
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