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Vidhya Subramanian
[edit]Vidhya Subramanian is an Indian Bharatanatyam dancer, choreographer, and teacher recognized for her expertise in the Vazhuvoor style. With a career spanning over four decades, she has gained international recognition for her performances and contributions to the field of Bharatanatyam.
Early Life and Training
[edit]Vidhya Subramanian was born in Chennai, India, and began her training in Bharatanatyam at a young age. She trained under S. K. Rajarathnam and Abhinaya exponent Padmabhushan Kalanidhi Narayanan..[1]. Her father, K.S. Subramanian, an industrialist and mridangist, played a role in fostering her early exposure to dance and culture. She performed her Arangetram on June 8, 1984[1], and subsequently performed in Chennai’s sabhas, across India, and internationally in many countries.
After moving to the United States, she founded the Lasya Dance Company in California[2] in 1991. In 2017, she established Kala Vedika[2], a non-profit organization focused on arts outreach and collaboration.
Career
[edit]Vidhya Subramanian has performed extensively worldwide and is known for her Abhinaya and stage presence[3].
As a choreographer, she has created productions that explore cultural and social themes, including female empowerment and patriarchal structures[4]. In addition to solo performances, she has worked as a mentor and artistic director, contributing to the development of students and ensemble works.
Theatre and Film
[edit]Vidhya Subramanian has participated in stage and film projects. Her acting credits include:
- The role of Noor in Noor - The Empress of Mughals, directed by Faisal Alkazi[5]
- A short film directed by Seshank Kelvala in the Bay Area[6]
- The role of Vaanavan Madevi in Mani Ratnam’s historical film Ponniyin Selvan.[2]
Accolades
[edit]Vidhya Subramanian has received several awards for her contributions to Bharatanatyam, including:
- Nrithya Choodamani – Krishna Gana Sabha, Chennai[7]
- Nadanamamani – Karthik Fine Arts, Chennai[5]
- Yuva Kala Bharati – Bharat Kalachar, Chennai[5]
Reception
[edit]Vidhya Subramanian’s work has been reviewed in various publications such as The Hindu.[8], Narthaki [9], The New York Times[3]
Legacy and Arts Outreach
[edit]In 2023, Subramanian founded Sparsha Arts Foundation[10] in Chennai to promote interdisciplinary connections between various art forms. She continues to mentor students worldwide and has created an endowment in honor of her father to support emerging Bharatanatyam artists.
References
[edit]In 2023, she founded Sparsha Arts Foundation[10] in Chennai to highlight and foster the intersections between various art forms. She continues to teach and mentor students worldwide. Additionally, Subramanian has created an endowment in honor of her father, which supports and recognizes emerging Bharatanatyam artists.
- ^ a b "ACTA Profile".
- ^ a b c "India Currents Profile - Vidhya Subramanian Joins Ponniyin Selvan Cast As Chola Empress". November 3, 2022.
- ^ a b Seibert, Brian (April 30, 2014). "New York Times Review - Celebrating Higher Powers With Performers Here on Earth". The New York Times.
- ^ "The Artistic Journey - The Female Energy". February 26, 2016.
- ^ a b c Sampath, Janani (February 1, 2015). "The New Indian Express - From Playing Noor Jehan to Sita".
- ^ Chakraborty, Sucheta (March 19, 2015). "Intersecting spaces - Vidhya Subramanian talks to Sucheta Chakraborty about the relationship between dance and theatre, devotion and love". The Hindu.
- ^ Ramani, VV (June 8, 2023). "'Performance is an emotional journey,' says Vidhya Subramanian". The Hindu.
- ^ Srikanth, Rupa (January 31, 2022). "Vidhya Subramanian's refreshing portrayals". The Hindu.
- ^ Desai, Dr. S.D. (December 16, 2019). "Draupadi in Still I Rise is a woman dishonoured across time".
- ^ a b Anand, Anjana (March 28, 2025). "Beyond beauty & Grace - Interview with Anjana Anand".