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    The Journey of Ghazal from Persia to the Indian Subcontinent
    Divya Balvally
    • Jan 22
    • 3 min

    The Journey of Ghazal from Persia to the Indian Subcontinent

    Read how ghazals travelled from Persia to the Indian subcontinent and how the Indian culture influenced its structure.
    16 views
    Pratha Samvad: Exploring the journey of Ms. Rashmi Uppal, a renowned Kathak Dancer from Jaipur
    Khushi Makasare
    • Sep 2, 2021
    • 4 min

    Pratha Samvad: Exploring the journey of Ms. Rashmi Uppal, a renowned Kathak Dancer from Jaipur

    Rashmi Uppal is a renowned name among Kathak performers and instructors especially in the Jaipur city. Read about her journey here.
    28 views
    A Brief Overview of the 8 Classical Dance Forms in India
    Aayushi Wadale
    • Aug 26, 2021
    • 5 min

    A Brief Overview of the 8 Classical Dance Forms in India

    Read about the eight classical dances of India- Kathak, Bharatnatyam, Kuchipudi, Kathakali, Odissi, Sattriya, Manipuri, and Mohiniyattam.
    86 views
    Pratha Samvad: Exploring the World of Bharud with Professor Anil Mager
    Aayushi Wadale
    • May 15, 2021
    • 4 min

    Pratha Samvad: Exploring the World of Bharud with Professor Anil Mager

    Bharud, the folk art of Maharashtra, is quite popular for its humorous narration of the life of the common folk. It is an ancient poetic...
    108 views
    Bharud: The Art of the Saints of Maharashtra
    Aayushi Wadale
    • Apr 10, 2021
    • 4 min

    Bharud: The Art of the Saints of Maharashtra

    Bharud is an ancient form of poetry that was used by saints for social enlightenment. Saint Eknath is known to have composed...
    160 views
    Ghoomar: The Dance of Rajasthan
    Shailaja Sarangi
    • Jan 26, 2021
    • 3 min

    Ghoomar: The Dance of Rajasthan

    Ghoomar literally translates to going around in circles and twirling about. It is taken from the word, 'ghoomna' which means turning...
    108 views
    Lavani: A Marathi Folk Art or a Way To Objectify Women?
    Aayushi Wadale
    • Jan 23, 2021
    • 4 min

    Lavani: A Marathi Folk Art or a Way To Objectify Women?

    Society often objectifies Lavani performers. They are expected to stay unmarried throughout their life and the sole reason for their life...
    260 views
    9 Most Popular Life Quotes from Qawwali
    Akshita Rana
    • Dec 15, 2020
    • 1 min

    9 Most Popular Life Quotes from Qawwali

    Qawwali, as a music form, has broken all linguistic barriers to touch the hearts of millions. Read top 9 life quotes from qawwali...
    82 views
    Exploring Sufi Mysticism through Qawwali
    Riya Hirani
    • Oct 27, 2020
    • 4 min

    Exploring Sufi Mysticism through Qawwali

    One of the most popular Indian forms of music is Qawwali that has gone beyond all linguistic barriers and is now a globally acclaimed art.
    91 views

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