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Dr. Vasanth Kiran is a distinguished Indian classical dancer, choreographer, Nattuvanar, and academic, renowned for his expertise in both Kuchipudi and Bharatanatyam. Born in Andhra Pradesh, India, his early inclination towards dance led him to begin his training at a young age in Hubli, Karnataka. He received extensive training in Kuchipudi from stalwarts…
Journey Timeline
Initiated into dance — Began dance training at a very young age in Hubli, Karnataka.
Training under eminent gurus — Trained in Kuchipudi under Dr. Vempati Chinna Satyam, Vempatti Ravi Shankar, Guru Manju Barggavee, and Guru Dr. Vedantam Ramalinga Sastry, and in Bharatanatyam under Mandakini Udupi.
2016
Head of Department, Alliance University — Served as Head of Department, Department of Performing Arts, Alliance University, Bengaluru.
2020
Received Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar — Awarded by the Central Sangeet Natak Akademi, Government of India.
Founded Bharata Kala Grama Gurukulam — Established a residential Gurukulam in Bangarpet, Kolar, Karnataka.
Performed at national events — Performed at the consecration of the Ayodhya Ram Temple and the opening of Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
2024
Presented 'Vithala' at NCPA — Premiered his show 'Vithala' at the National Center of Performing Arts (NCPA) in Mumbai in June 2024.
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Awards & Honors
- 2020 · Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar — Central Sangeet Natak Akademi, Government of India
- Aryabhatta International Award
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- From Anantapur to global dance stage
The New Indian Express
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