Classical Dancer Kiranmayee Madupu Reflects on Navaratri’s Pull

Kiranmayee Madupu is a classical dancer and business owner.

She says she is not usually very interested in festivals.

Still, Navaratri often brings meaningful experiences into her life.

One year, she learned a dance dedicated to the Devi.

Another year, she visited a sacred place by the sea in Sri Lanka.

This year, she feels the festival is helping her look inward and let go of pride.

She also designs dance costumes and accessories through her business, Tarikita.

A customer’s idea of a powerful, fiery Radha made her think deeply.

Madupu says she keeps feeling drawn toward the Devi, even when she is not seeking it.