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byShreema UpadhyayaAvailable for projects across IndiaStarts from₹25,000 Per 12-hour ShiftView full gallery

A curated collection of moments from my artistic journey, capturing the energy of film sets, the discipline of the stage, and the stories in between.

My foundation in Bharatanatyam taught me to access and portray core emotions, or 'rasas'. This shot is from an intense exploration of 'Bhaya', the rasa of fear, showing how I use my entire body and being to find the truth in a character's most vulnerable moments.

Being a small part of Mani Ratnam’s epic, 'Ponniyin Selvan 2', was an unforgettable experience. This is a still from the film, where the scale of the production and the detailed period costumes and character work were just incredible to be a part of.

Dance is my first language. This is a moment of complete immersion during a Bharatanatyam performance, capturing the dynamic energy and expressive storytelling that is at the core of my training and my identity as an artist.

A still from the bilingual film 'Dange/Por' where I played Bhama, a character who transitions from a doctor to a dancer. This role challenged me to portray two very different worlds and mindsets within a single narrative.

Hello, I'm Shreema. This video is a little introduction to my journey as a dancer, actor, and artist. I talk about how I started, the challenges I've faced, and what this path means to me.

I love collaborating on visual stories that evoke a specific mood. This shot from a monsoon series in Bengaluru captures a feeling of quiet contemplation and has a cinematic quality that I really enjoy bringing to life in front of the camera.

This is a montage from the music video 'Phir Kabhi'. It was such a fun project, and it gave me the chance to explore the chemistry and narrative of a romantic lead, telling a story of love and memory through quiet, shared moments.

A throwback to a chilly night in Alula, Saudi Arabia, while on tour with the Akram Khan Company. Working with international artists and performing under the stars was a surreal and deeply inspiring experience that pushed my boundaries as a performer.

About Featured

Acting for me isn't about simply reciting lines; it's about pulling from my Bharatanatyam training to find the right emotion, or rasa, for the character. Whether I am prepping for a 12-hour film shoot or a stage performance, I rely on that muscle memory to stay grounded, expressive, and ready for every single take.

Two decades of classical Bharatanatyam training. — Approved by the tribe
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Shreema Upadhyaya

Available for projects across IndiaStarts from ₹25,000 Per 12-hour Shift

Hi, I’m Shreema. I spend my time balancing the disciplined world of classical dance with the unpredictable, high-energy environment of a film set. Whether I am acting for the camera or performing live, I bring a mix of traditional training and honest, human emotion to every project I take on.

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The stage at NCPA Mumbai is sacred ground. Here, I am performing a piece that is very close to my heart. The energy of a live audience and a prestigious stage like this makes every movement feel alive.

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Shreyasi GopinathAvailable for performances across Delhi NCR and India
A moment of perfect synchronicity and balance in a duet with my friend and fellow dancer, Apeksha Kamath. This pose captures the blend of strength and grace that defines our collaborative Bharatanatyam performances.8

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Ramya SureshPerforms at venues across India
This is a moment of pure abandon from my performance "SARVASYA". For me, dance is a flight of the spirit, and this capture of an Eknath Abhanga at the Nirantaram Festival perfectly embodies that feeling of divinity on stage.10
Taking Bharatanatyam beyond the traditional stage into the open air. This moment of abandon, performing an Abhanga from Marathi poetry in London, shows how art can connect with us anywhere, transforming a public square into a sacred space.
Embodying the "Mothe Bhoot" or the great ghost from my production 'VitthāMāi' was a thrilling choreographic challenge. I drew inspiration from folk traditions like Bhoota Kola and Theyyam to bring this powerful, otherworldly character to life.

Bharatanatyam Performances and Narrative Dance

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Divya RaviPerforms across UK, India & Berlin
Everything that is Dance is Shiva. A powerful posture from a photoshoot, embodying the divine energy of dance, captured on Mahashivaratri.11
A moment from my performance of 'Maam Pahi' on stage. As a performer, I bring my passion and experience into every class, sharing the depth and dynamism of Bharatanatyam with my students.
Highlighting the beauty of Mudras, the hand gestures that form the language of Bharatanatyam. The soft studio lighting accentuates the grace and precision of the form.

Bringing Bharatanatyam Stories to Life on Stage

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Sushmitha SureshClasses in Malleshwaram, Bengaluru & Kodambakkam, Chennai; Online training available
A moment of synchronized grace from my production 'Ikshana', a large-scale ensemble piece that uses Bharatanatyam to explore the narrative of climate change. This is an example of how I approach full-show production, from concept to stage.7
The core of my production 'Pehchaan' is an exploration of identity. This solo performance moment captures the intensity of using abhinaya, or expressive storytelling, to ask complex questions about who we are as artists and individuals.
Art as inquiry. This is a shot from my photo-narrative 'The Creation of a Goddess', which examines the process of idol making in Kumartuli and its parallels with the construction of female identity. It reflects my approach to using dance and performance for philosophical exploration.

Featured Bharatanatyam Choreography & Conceptual Dance Works

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Tanya SaxenaTakes projects across Delhi NCR and pan-India
A powerful moment from my production 'SUTÃ', where we use dramatic lighting to explore the deep bond between a father and daughter. This is storytelling through dance.10
The energy of 'ATAH', a duet I perform with Adithya PV. We use smoke and light to create a dynamic atmosphere on stage, telling a story of connection.
An expressive moment from a solo performance of 'ATAH'. This is where I connect directly with the audience, sharing the story through intricate expressions and gestures.
A scene from 'ĀBHA', our retelling of the Ramayana. This trio performance with Shruti Gopal and Adithya PV is a blend of individual expression and synchronized group choreography.

Authentic Bharatanatyam Performances and Theatrical Productions

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Parshwanath UpadhyePerformances at Punyah Theatre in Kalkere; Travels across India for shows

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