Living legends of an ancient tradition…..

Shri VP & Shanta Dhananjayan

This magnificint couple is the senior most disciples of the legendary Smt. Rukmini Devi and celebrated Kalakshetra alumnae. The Dhananjayans have journeyed through six decades with long experience forging a galaxy of dancers and musicians in their wake.

Bharata Kalanjali founded by them in 1968 is a trend setting institution that stands testament to their creative genius, contributing a new dimension to the tradition of Bharatanaatyam, inspiring a new generation of artists to be proud professionals of this performing art.