Chakradhar Festival 2024 : A total 7 Padma Shri awardees will grace stage of Chakradhar Samaroh 2024
02-Sep-2024
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The 10 days event is scheduled from September 7th to 16th in Raigarh.
Raipur : The Chakradhar Festiva’s stage is renowned in the world of arts. After an extended pause due to COVID-19, the Chakradhar Samaroh is poised to make a grand return with its original magnificence and splendour. The 10 days mega event will be organised from September 7th to 16th in Raigarh.
Renowned artists will arrive in Raigarh to showcase their talents for the 10 days mega event. This year's event will be special as seven artists honoured with the Padma Shri will grace the Chakradhar Samaroh.
Padma Shri Hema Malini
Indian cinema’s veteran actress Hema Malini is also renowned for her Bharatanatyam dance performances. She is renowned for her significant contributions to promote Indian art and culture. Her proficiency and expertise are exceptional in Bharatanatyam, an ancient classical dance style. The features of her dance are evident in her excellent technique, expression, and stage presence. She has not only presented her art through films but has also popularized classical dance both within India and abroad. Her performances, which beautifully depict Indian mythologies and religious tales, captivate audiences with various dance postures and emotions. Her dedication to dance and art has secured her a significant place in both the cinematic and classical dance worlds. She was honoured with the Padma Shri in the year 2000.
Padma Shri Pandit Ramlal Bareth-
Pandit Ramlal Bareth dedicated his life for developing and establishing the Raigarh Kathak style as a recognized Gharana (school) of Kathak. His tireless efforts made the Raigarh Kathak style renowned as the Raigarh Gharana, which is recognized worldwide as the fourth Kathak gharana. Pandit Ramlal was awarded with the National Academy of Music, Dance, and Drama Award by the President of India, Shankar Dayal Sharma, in 1996. He received the Padma Shri in 2024.
Padma Shri Kumari Devyani- Also known by her stage name Kumari Devyani, Anik Shemoti is an Indian dancer specializing in Bharatanatyam. She has performed at festivals and music halls across India as well as in the UK, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Greece, Portugal, Scandinavian countries, Estonia, and South Korea. Devyani is listed as an artist by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR). She was honoured with the Padma Shri in 2009.
Padma Shri Bharti Bandhu- Bharti Bandhu is an Indian musician and singer known for her popular Kabir bhajans. Born in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, he has given thousands of performances across the country and abroad. He is an icon in the field of Sufi singing and has been recognized for his significant contributions to music with state honours and the Raja Chakradhar Award. He was awarded the Padma Shri in 2013.
Padma Shri Anuj Sharma- Anuj Sharma is a distinguished personality in Chhattisgarhi cinema and arts, known for his talent in direction, acting, and singing. He was awarded the Padma Shri by the Government of India in 2014 for his services to the arts.
Padma Shri Surendra Dubey- Surendra Dubey is famous nationwide and internationally for his humorous poetry. Professional he is an Ayurvedic doctor. He has promoted the regional dialect and culture of the state on various national and international platforms. He was honoured with the Padma Shri by the Government of India in 2010.
Padma Shri Ranjana Gauhar- Ranjana Gauhar is a renowned Odissi dancer, choreographer, and film producer. She has been awarded the Padma Shri and by the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award. She has also authored a book on Odissi dance titled 'Odissi The Dance Divine'. Mrs Ranjana Gauhar was honoured with the Padma Shri by the President of India in 2003 and the National Academy of Music, Dance, and Drama Award in 2007.
