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Dual Margam 6
A Meeting of Manipuri & Odissi
Artistes
From masculine to feminine, the second chapter in the Odissi-Manipuri series centres two exceptional female dancers.
The evening sets these traditions side by side: one soft as circling light, the other precise as carved stone. Their dialogue reveals how contrasting vocabularies can illuminate each other, creating a space where grace deepens into meaning.
Manipuri, in its feminine form, is marked by circular motion, understated footwork, and an inward quietude that evokes devotion and tenderness. Odissi, by contrast, is shaped through defined stances and sculpted transitions, where each turn of the body becomes an offering of story and song.
This performance offers a chance to experience tradition, femininity, and movement in profound conversation.
The Dual Margam series curates two classical dance forms of India to highlight their similarities and differences. The solo performances honour traditional repertoire (the Margam), while the duet will juxtapose each unique form with another.
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Artistes
Meghna Das
Meghna Das began her Odissi training at the age of five under her mother and guru, Smt. Sahana Das, at Bhaskar Arts Academy, Singapore. Returning to India, she trained at Nrityagram and later completed her Rangapravesh in 2012. Meghna is graded with Doordarshan, empanelled with ICCR Karnataka, and holds a Visharad from Pracheen Kala Kendra. A senior ensemble member of Nrityantar under Guru Smt. Madhulita Mohapatra, she has performed at prestigious festivals such as Mahari, Dhauli, Mukteshwar, and Konark. Continuing her advanced training under Guru Bijayini Satpathy, Meghna is also an innovative choreographer, educator, and global advocate for Odissi through her original productions and collaborations across dance traditions.
Ivana Sarkar
Ivana Sarkar, born in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, began her journey in Manipuri dance under Smt. Jhinuk Chakraborty and continues her advanced training under Guru Smt. Kalavati Devi and Smt. Bimbavati Devi. As a performing artist with the renowned Manipuri Nartanalaya, founded by Lt. Guru Bipin Singh, Guru Kalavati Devi, and the Jhaveri Sisters, Ivana has performed across India and internationally in Bangladesh, Fiji, and Germany. An empanelled artist with EZCC and SPICMACAY, she is a recipient of the Nritya Koumudhi Award and the Junior National Fellowship, recognized for her grace, discipline, and deep dedication to the Manipuri tradition.
