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Sunil Sunkara is a distinguished Kathak exponent, scholar, and researcher known for his contributions to Indian classical dance. He holds a Nritya Nipun from Bhatkhande Sangit Vidyapith, Lucknow, and an MA in Kathak from Kavikulaguru Kalidas Sanskrit University, Ramtek, where he was awarded the Acharya Parvatikumar Gold Medal. He is currently pursuing his…
Journey Timeline
2006
Began Kathak training — Under Natalia Hildner and Kiran Chouhan in the USA.
2009
Advanced training under Guru Renu Sharma — At Kalashram, Mumbai, under Pt. Birju Maharaj.
2014
Conferred 'Brahma Nritya Mani' award — By Rachna Sansad, Mumbai.
2015
Performed at Rastriya Kathak Sansthan — In Lucknow.
2016
International coordinator for Guinness record-creating Kathak performance — At the World Culture Festival, New Delhi.
2020
Became Dance Academic Head — At WFAC - World Forum for Art and Culture.
Received Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar — By Sangeet Natak Akademi.
Awarded Acharya Parvatikumar Gold Medal — For MA in Kathak from Kavikulaguru Kalidas Sanskrit University.
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Awards & Honors
- Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar — Sangeet Natak Akademi
- Acharya Parvatikumar Gold Medal — Kavikulaguru Kalidas Sanskrit University
- 2014 · Brahma Nritya Mani — Rachna Sansad, Mumbai
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- Sunil Sunkara, Mumbai - Profile
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