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R. Muthukannammal: The Last Torchbearer of Sadir Tradition

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Posted on May 14, 2026May 14, 2026
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R. Muthukannammal stands as one of the most important cultural figures in India’s traditional performing arts. A seventh-generation Sadir dancer from Tamil Nadu, she is widely regarded as the last living exponent of the original…

Padma Shri K. Kalyanasundaram Pillai: Guardian of India’s Ancient Bharatanatyam Tradition

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Posted on May 2, 2026May 2, 2026
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India’s cultural heritage is deeply rooted in traditions that have survived centuries of change, invasion, and modernization. Among the torchbearers of this heritage is K. Kalyanasundaram Pillai, a legendary Bharatanatyam guru who has devoted his…