--- title: "Bharatanatyam Awards and Recognition at Nrithyakuteera" description: "Explore the recognized Bharatanatyam work of Deepa Bhat. We focus on traditional Kalakshetra style training and student development at Nrithyakuteera in Bengaluru." canonical: https://mytribe.in/nrithyadeepa/arangetram-rangapravesha-gejjepuje-training/awards-and-recognition last_updated: 2025-09-13 --- # Awards and Recognition for Bharatanatyam Excellence Tribe Verified · Recipient of Kalayogi Award 2022-23 By [Nrithyakuteera](https://mytribe.in/nrithyadeepa) · Training available at studios in Chamrajpet and JP Nagar · ₹18K per student (estimate) Part of [Arangetram / Rangapravesha & Gejjepuje Training](https://mytribe.in/nrithyadeepa/arangetram-rangapravesha-gejjepuje-training). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/nrithyadeepa/arangetram-rangapravesha-gejjepuje-training/gallery) Recognition in the arts is a reflection of our collective dedication. These moments remind me that the hard work at Nrithyakuteera is felt and appreciated by our community. ## Photos and videos - ![Receiving the 'Kalayogi Award' was a special moment, shared with esteemed artists and gurus. Such recognition encourages us to continue our work with even more dedication.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/730828cc-d90e-4e2f-a4fc-952f690ef063) - ![Holding the 'Kalayogi Award 2022-23'. I am grateful to the Kalayogi Pratishtana for this honor and I dedicate it to my gurus, parents, and my entire Nrithyakuteera family.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/593cdb05-ad82-4c24-beca-d063e3bc522d) - ![A look at the official announcement for the Kalayogi award. It's an honor to be recognized among such talented and respected artists in the field of dance and music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7bf250c4-ab52-4686-9a72-08fdf3f05bd5) - ![A group photograph with all the honored artists at the Kalayogi award ceremony. It was a wonderful evening celebrating art and the people who dedicate their lives to it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e432a8de-a182-4d7f-b6f0-c3dba0594995) ## About Awards and Recognition Receiving the Kalayogi Award in 2022-23 was special, but what moved me most was being honoured on stage by my very first Guru, Usha Datar. These moments remind me that while awards are nice, the real joy is the legacy passed down from teacher to student, which is what we strive for every single day in our studio. Awards in the arts feel less like personal trophies and more like a collective pat on the back for the entire Nrithyakuteera family. When I accepted the Kalayogi Award, it wasn't just my name on the certificate; it represented 23 years of early morning rehearsals, the rhythmic intensity of our Nattuvangam practice, and the dedication my students show every time they step onto the dance floor. In our field, recognition serves as a marker of the standard we maintain. Whether it is preparing a student for their Rangapravesha or guiding them through advanced theory, consistency is everything. Being honoured by the Kalayogi Pratishtana and Laasya Vardhana Trust in Bengaluru felt like a confirmation that staying true to the traditional Kalakshetra style, without compromising on the discipline required, is the right path. I am deeply grateful to Dr. S. Nanjunda Rao and all the senior gurus who continue to encourage us. These events also allow us to connect with other artists in the city, sharing stories and learning from peers. At the end of the day, I keep these awards on our studio shelf to remind my students that hard work is seen and valued, even if the real reward is simply the grace of the dance itself. ## About Nrithyakuteera I’m Deepa, and for over two decades, I have lived and breathed Bharatanatyam alongside my Nrithyakuteera family. My focus is always on the traditional Guru-Shishya parampara, blending rigorous training with the warmth of a second home for my students. 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