Dancer and actress Rukmini Vijayakumar talks about what dance means to her, growth of classical forms in recent times and international recognition ‘Dance is a part of being human' From tribal rituals ...

Rukmini is credited with reviving and redefining Bharatanatyam, which was originally called sadir. Sadir, a form of devadasi dancing, was considered a vulgar art. Rukmini reformed it by eliminating ...

Building a career in the world of performing arts is not for the faint-hearted. Beyond the competitive game of talent, and the lack of stability, gender also plays a part. After all, until a few ...

Dancer and actor Rukmini Vijayakumar expresses her excitement about the festive season as she talks about the symbolism behind the colour orange My brother, cousins and I would also plant ragi seeds ...

Bengaluru: A taxi driver has been arrested in Bengaluru for stealing valuables worth ₹23 lakh from the car trunk of renowned dancer and actress Rukmini Vijayakumar. The stolen items included a Rolex ...

Bharatanatyam, which developed in Hindu temples in South India, is one of the world’s oldest classical dances — and possibly one of the most complex. Local audiences will have a chance to experience ...