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Guru Vijay Shanker is a distinguished figure in Indian classical dance, recognized as a professional Kuchipudi and Kathakali exponent, dance teacher, choreographer, actor, and arts critic, with a career spanning over four decades. Born to Savithri Nair, an accomplished actress, singer, and dancer, he developed an early passion for performing arts. He…
Journey Timeline
1980s
Began writing for publications — Started with Free Press Journal
1986
Kuchipudi debut
1988
Sought guidance from Padmashri Raja and Radha Reddy — Featured in their documentary film
1997
Lead actor in Malayalam telefilm "Remanen"
2022
Received WOW Iconic award — Awarded on August 7
2024
Received Shri Bal Gangadhar Tilak Samman — Awarded on August 23
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Awards & Honors
- Maharashtra Samaj Bhushan Puraskar
- Vishnu Kaineetam award — People's Arts Centre (Mumbai)
- Appreciation award — Kerala In Mumbai magazine
- 2022 · WOW Iconic award — WOW Digital Media
- 2024 · Shri Bal Gangadhar Tilak Samman — World Against Corruption People Council
- Nalanda Nartana Puraskar
Media Coverage
- Guru Vijay Shankar awarded WOW Iconic award
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- Guru Vijay Shankar awarded with Bal Gangadhar Tilak Award
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