“In step with tradition…ahead of their times…” is how art critics in India have acknowledged the Dhananjayan’s contribution to the contemporary Bharatanaatyam. They have made several extensions to the existing fundamental frame work and created new patterns of body movements, enhancing the visual aesthetic beauty while eschewing monotony in the traditional structure. It is an acknowledged fact that the Dhananjayans have been bold enough to pave ways for others by bringing fresh approaches in their presentations. They have also updated the choreographic structure of the traditional ‘Maargam’ and developed terminology to include more meaningful titles for pieces.

The Dhananjayans are not just brilliant artists but exemplary individuals who are true ambassadors of Indian Culture. An ideal couple with rare humility, that has been instrumental in nation building, stands by the ideals of “what they can do for a nation and never asked what the nation can do for them.”