Rajeswari Sainath | |
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| Born | Hyderabad, India |
| Occupation(s) | Bharatanatyam dancer, choreographer |
| Children | Vyshnavie Sainath |
| Awards | Kalaimamani (2018) |
Rajeswari Sainath is an Indian Bharatanatyam dancer and choreographer based in Hyderabad, India. She is known for her performances and choreography, often collaborating with her daughter, Vyshnavie Sainath. [1] Sainath has been recognized for her contributions to Indian classical dance, receiving the Kalaimamani award from the Tamil Nadu government in 2018. [2] [3]
Rajeswari Sainath was born in Hyderabad, India. [1] She began her Bharatanatyam training under Guru Indra Rajan and later continued her studies with other notable teachers. [4] [5] She developed an interest in rhythmic compositions and has worked with percussionists, including the late mridangam maestro Karaikudi Mani. [6] [7] Her training emphasized the mathematical precision of rhythms in Bharatanatyam, which influenced her choreography. [8]
Sainath performs traditional Bharatanatyam recitals, adhering to the margam format, which includes a sequence of items such as pushpanjali, varnam, and tillana. [9] She has also choreographed and performed Bharatanatyam ballets, including Sri Lalitha Vaibhavam, [10] Rajsimha (based on Lord Narasimha), [11] and productions tracing the river Godavari. [12] [13] One of her ballets focused on environmental themes, highlighting the importance of rivers. [14] These works often incorporate complex rhythmic patterns, such as the khanda jati triputa tala, showcasing her focus on rhythm in dance. [6] [15]
Her performances combine traditional techniques with thematic narratives. [16] For example, her ballet Ode to the River was presented as a tribute to the river Godavari, combining dance with storytelling. [13] Sainath has performed at various cultural festivals and venues, including events organized by the Sri Krishna Gana Sabha.[ citation needed ]
Sainath frequently collaborates with her daughter, Vyshnavie Sainath, who is also a Bharatanatyam dancer. [1] [9] Their joint performances maintain the traditional structure of Bharatanatyam recitals. [9] In addition to performing, Sainath teaches Bharatanatyam, emphasizing both technique and expression in her training approach. [5] [17]
In 2018, Sainath was honored with the Kalaimamani award by the Tamil Nadu government for her contributions to Bharatanatyam. [2] [3] She has also been acknowledged for her performances at national and international dance festivals. [18]
Rajeswari Sainath resides in Hyderabad with her family. Her daughter, Vyshnavie Sainath, is a Bharatanatyam dancer and often performs alongside her. [1] [9]