Multidisciplinary Artistic Direction for Dance Productions

My collaborator Shan Bhatnagar and I discussing the concept behind 'Call of the Flute'. We explain how we merge the northern tradition of Pichwai painting with the southern Indian dance form of Kuchipudi.

An invitation to the Mumbai premiere of 'Call of the Flute'. The hand gestures, or mudras, are a fundamental part of how we tell stories in Indian classical dance.

A visual summary of 'Call of the Flute', showing how we connect the Vaishnavite art of Pichwai from the north with Kuchipudi dance from the south, with the flute as the divine thread.

Performing 'Call of the Flute' in Jaipur, with a stunning Pichwai painting by Shan Bhatnagar as the backdrop. The visual art provides a rich canvas for the dance to unfold upon.

Snippets from our show at G5A, showcasing the different elements: my Kuchipudi performance, Shan Bhatnagar explaining the art, and our final bow with flautist Hrishikesh Majumdar.

My collaborators and I share our thoughts on the unique experience of performing 'Call of the Flute' in an intimate baithak setting, where the audience and artists become one.

A review of 'Call of the Flute', describing it as a confluence of arts that decodes stories of Krishna. It highlights how each art form complemented the others to create something powerful.

Pichwai artist Shan Bhatnagar sharing his deep knowledge of Nathdwara and Srinathji with the audience. His storytelling provides the context and narrative foundation for the performance.

An interactive moment with the audience in Jaipur. I believe in making art accessible and enjoy breaking the fourth wall to share the stories and ideas behind the movements.