A cultural night in the city pays ode to Guru Ashimbandhu Bhattacharjee’s 60-year-long journey

Published On : 2024-11-29T19:14:13+0530 [ IST ] | Author : Mayur_Tembhare
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The Purnamidam festival held on November 15 and 16 at Rabindra Sadanwas a celebration of Kathak maestroGuru Ashimbandhu Bhattacharjee’s 60-year artistic journey. Supported by Avik Chaki a devoted disciple of the guru the two-day event showcased the brilliance of

The first evening began with Luna Poddar’s Ashtanayika where she explored the emotional depth of the eight archetypal heroines in Indian literature setting a poignant tone for the festival. This was followed by Padmashree Madhvi Mudgal’s mesmerizing Odissi recital a flawless display of fluid movements and lyrical beauty. The evening concluded with

Day two was devoted to Kathak beginning with Avik Chaki’s soulful rendition of the BhajanDhannya Bhagy Seva Ka Avsar Paya accompanied by his intricate performance in Chowtal rhythm. His heartfelt tribute to his guru resonated deeply with the audience. Ranjani Bhattacharjee followed with a captivating Tal Dhamar (14 beats) performance, displaying traditional Kathak elements with perfect footwork and a poignant portrayal

The performances were further enhanced by a stellar ensemble of musicians including tabla virtuoso Subir Thakur, pakhawaj artist Mithun Chakraborty, sarod player Sunando Mukherjee vocalist Joydeep Sinha and flautist Rupak Mukherje

Purnamidam was more than just a festival—it was a tribute to Guru Ashimbandhu Bhattacharjee's legacy a celebration of Kathak's timeless beauty and a testament to its power to connect generations.

Source : Reporters From Sunrise Chronicles

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