Archive · 9 Aug 2025
Pallavi Krishnan's Mohiniyattam Performance in Calcutta
Pallavi Krishnan put on a dance show called Mohiniyattam Sandhya in Calcutta.
She performed solo and group dances based on stories and prayers.
Her graceful movements told stories, like one about a woman who finds meaning in devotion.
The show included songs and dances, but some felt the group dances could have been better.
Overall, it was a performance blending traditional dance with storytelling, with a unique song included.
Pallavi Krishnan presented Mohiniyattam Sandhya at Gyan Manch in Calcutta.
The performance featured invocations, narratives, and dance pieces.
Krishnan's solo performances were praised for grace and expressiveness.
The Story of Pingala depicted a courtesan's journey to devotion.
Group work by the Lasya Akademi could have been improved.
- Who
- Pallavi Krishnan
- What
- A Mohiniyattam dance performance, Mohiniyattam Sandhya.
- When
- Recently
- Where
- Gyan Manch in Calcutta
- Why
- To showcase Mohiniyattam in a traditional format.
Positive aspects
Critical Aspects
Performance Quality
Positive aspects
The solo performances of Pallavi Krishnan were very good
Critical Aspects
Group choreography needs improvement.
- Performance Title
- Mohiniyattam Sandhya
- Venue
- Gyan Manch, Calcutta
- Dance Form
- Mohiniyattam
- Dancer/Choreographer
- Pallavi Krishnan
- Group
- Lasya Akademi