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My Journey in Dance: Tributes, Milestones & Reflections

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Beyond the studio and the stage, my life in Bharatanatyam is woven with memories, tributes to my gurus, and the deep friendships that keep the art form alive.

A photograph from my youth, taken for the Asiad in 1982. I have always loved this picture for its simplicity and the innocence it captures.

At a dinner celebrating Guru Durga Charan Ranbir's prestigious Padmashri Award. It is important to come together as a community to celebrate the achievements of our gurus.

Congratulating Guruji Durga Charan Ranbir. His contributions to the world of Odissi dance are immense.

A photo with Guru Durga Charan Ranbir and his wife. These interactions with masters from other dance forms are always enriching.

Paying my respects to the legendary Guru Kelucharan Mahapatra on his 21st Sadgati Diwas in Kolkata. His influence on Indian classical dance is immeasurable.

A moment of reverence before the portrait of Guru Kelucharan Mahapatra. We stand on the shoulders of such giants.

Offering my pranams. Tributes like these are our way of expressing gratitude and keeping the memory and teachings of our great gurus alive.

Placing flowers at the portrait of Kelu babu. His legacy continues to inspire generations of dancers across all styles.

With the talented young artists who received the Classical Mentorship Grant at the Serendipity Arts Festival 2024, where I served as a jury member.

On the jury panel at the Serendipity Arts Festival. It is heartening to see new manifestations of the guru-shishya parampara being supported.

About Miscellaneous

The images here are personal snapshots of my life beyond the rigorous rehearsals. They capture the quiet moments of paying respects to the gurus who built the path I walk on, and the collaborative joy of being part of the wider Indian dance community. When you look at these photos, you are seeing the lineage and the conversations that fuel my teaching and performances.

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Geeta Chandran

In-person training at Natya Vriksha Dance Company, Gulmohar Park, New DelhiStarts from ₹4,500 per month

I am Geeta Chandran. For me, dance is a conversation that spans decades—from the early years of my own training to the work I do now as a mentor. I believe that being a dancer means being a lifelong student, always ready to pay tribute to the masters who came before us.