--- title: "Sufi & Devotional Kathak Performances by Pooja Pant" description: "Experience soulful Sufi and Devotional Kathak performances by Pooja Pant. From spiritual Ganesh Vandana to meditative Sufi poetry, elevate your event with live music." canonical: https://mytribe.in/pooja_pant_kathak/kathak-performances/sufi-devotional-kathak last_updated: 2026-02-09 --- # Sufi & Devotional Kathak Performances Tribe Verified · Performed for SBI and HP events. By [Pooja Pant](https://mytribe.in/pooja_pant_kathak) · Performs at events across India · ₹45K Per Performance (10-15 Mins) (estimate) Part of [Kathak Performances](https://mytribe.in/pooja_pant_kathak/kathak-performances). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/pooja_pant_kathak/kathak-performances/gallery) Deeply moving Kathak performances blending Bhakti traditions and soulful Sufi poetry to create a meditative atmosphere for your special gathering. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A Ganesh Vandana choreographed for a Hindustan Petroleum event. We often begin our performances by invoking Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/95029ed3-dc8b-4e21-9975-ffe5a9b3b9e2) - [Video: Rehearsing a Sufi Kalam, 'Damadam Mast Kalandar'. The whirling movements of Kathak lend themselves beautifully to the ecstatic and meditative nature of Sufi music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c2b2ae5b-8903-4bc9-8708-80e87bc43c78) - [Video: It was a beautiful experience choreographing and performing the Sufi Kalam 'Chhaap Tilak' in Kathak style. The lyrics speak of losing one's identity in the love of the divine.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e9ac3c85-dfc1-4ca0-bbe5-b23d34320a22) - ![Exploring a poem by Rabia Basri, an early female Sufi poet. This was for a special performance called 'woman ki baat', where I used abhinaya to interpret her profound words.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0621ec4e-7893-4881-a9d4-26d85720027d) - ![Another moment of expression while interpreting the Sufi poetry of Rabia Basri. The hands, or 'mudras', are a key part of our storytelling language.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1d3db8e4-4f59-4b62-9404-36bd2f5f4009) - ![A moment of prayer and surrender, from my performance on Rabia Basri's poetry. The goal is to embody the emotion of the poem.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ef9eb6e7-22eb-432d-95ab-a20460238474) - ![The setting for my performance on Sufi poetry, with candles creating an intimate and spiritual ambiance. The painting in the background adds to the mood.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fc7717df-762a-4cce-8aa0-e4bb34c2e422) - ![Using subtle facial expressions and hand gestures to convey the meaning of the Sufi poem. Abhinaya is a language of its own.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1a2a19c6-45f0-49c0-844f-1ddb1165a880) - ![A moment of quiet contemplation during my performance for 'woman ki baat'. The simple act of lighting a lamp can be a powerful theatrical gesture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5fa2556f-97c9-4ae7-b2e3-1de476a075aa) - [Video: A glimpse of a Sufi Kathak performance in Udaipur. The grand stage and beautiful lighting design helped create a mesmerizing atmosphere for the audience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5447bb5b-8469-4aaa-aa7c-a41a106a4ae4) - [Video: Performing the Sufi Kalam 'Damadam Mast Kalandar' with my troupe. The synchronized spins and ecstatic energy make this a powerful and uplifting piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/673ed2d0-22a9-4d0c-8a8d-0bf7003e7d25) - [Video: An aerial view of a rehearsal for a Sufi Kathak piece. The circular patterns we create on the floor are symbolic of the whirling dervishes and the cyclical nature of life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b7f21610-1d2e-40cd-8edd-bcc266247c6c) - [Video: Rehearsing a Shiva Dhrupad with my company. This piece is a powerful invocation to Lord Shiva, blending strong, masculine movements with graceful expressions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f5f0f309-5a51-456f-aac5-97d6b2973498) - [Video: It has been an exciting journey choreographing Kathak to Sufi music. This exploration has opened a new, rich world of artistic possibilities for me and my team.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cd7afa5a-66ac-408d-b53c-a3abd06495c0) - [Video: My company rehearsing a Shiv Dhrupad written by the legendary Baiju Bawra. It is an honor to bring such timeless compositions to life through dance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/af566606-9af0-4ae3-91b7-2c6e5554bdaf) ## About Sufi & Devotional Kathak Sufi Kathak is about the connection between the performer, the musicians, and the space. When you book a performance for a spiritual gathering, I work with you to understand the mood you want to set—whether it is a serene Ganesh Vandana or an ecstatic Sufi Kalam. We discuss the venue's acoustics and the vibe of your event well in advance so the performance feels like a natural part of the occasion, not just an added act. Kathak is a living, breathing art. My journey into Sufi and devotional Kathak started with a deep curiosity about how movement could translate the stillness of prayer and the ecstasy of Sufi poetry. Whether I am interpreting the profound verses of Rabia Basri or performing a traditional Shiva Dhrupad, the goal is always the same: to create a space of quiet contemplation. Each performance is tailored to the specific energy of your event. For a corporate invocation, a crisp, precise Ganesh Vandana often sets the right tone, grounding the room. For more intimate spiritual gatherings or cultural evenings, I prefer deep dives into Sufi Kalams where we use the sawal-jawab between my footwork and the live musicians to build a narrative. The music makes the experience. I rarely perform these pieces without a live ensemble because the improvisation between the tabla, sitar, and my ghungroos creates a spontaneous, living dialogue that a pre-recorded track simply cannot match. If you are planning an event in Mumbai or looking to fly us out for a destination performance, we handle the production needs—from mic setups for the instruments to the floor requirements—so you can focus on the audience experience. If you have a specific theme or a piece of poetry close to your heart, let us talk about it. My team and I are always looking for new ways to translate text into dance, and we would love to build a performance that resonates with your vision. ## About Pooja Pant I am Pooja Pant. Kathak has been my lifelong riyaaz, a way to connect with the divine through rhythm and movement. I bring my team of dedicated musicians to help you create a truly spiritual ambiance for your guests. 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