Odissi · Festival
Hyderabad Odissi Utsav 2026
22 November 2026
Sunday
Ethnic Hall, ShilpaRamam · Hyderabad
About the event
Hyderabad Odissi Utsav 2026 celebrates the grace, heritage and artistic richness of Odissi classical dance. The festival welcomes Smt. Aloka Kanungo as its distinguished guest artist. A senior disciple of Padma Vibhushan awardee Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra, she has dedicated over six decades to Odissi through performance, choreography, teaching and research. Her contributions include the revival of the nearly extinct Bandha Nritya tradition, making her participation a significant highlight of the festival.
Highlights
- Features distinguished Odissi exponent Smt. Aloka Kanungo as Guest Artist.
- Celebrates the legacy and heritage of Odissi classical dance.
- Highlights the Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra tradition.
- Recognises contributions to dance research, choreography and education.
- Showcases the revival of the traditional art form Bandha Nritya.
- Scheduled for 22 November 2026 at Shilparamam, Hyderabad.
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