Indian classical dance

Indian classical dance :- India may be globally famous for Bollywood dances today, but there was a time it was called Prachisudha, the nectar of the east, particularly for its varied and evolved dance forms and gharanas of music. Historically, Indian classical dance dates back to Vedic times, and it is believed that all forms of classical dance stem from Natya Vedam – the creation of Lord Brahma. However, due to regional influences, each form has a different name and is rooted in the culture of the region from which it originates. For instance, Bharatnatyam originated from Tamil Nadu, Odissi from Odisha, Kathak from Northern India, Manipuri from Manipur, Kuchipudi from Andhra Pradesh, and Kathakali as well as Mohiniyattam from Kerala.

Indian classical dance style And It’s State

India has many dances, coming from every state in the country, although there are only six forms of the classical dances recognized by India on a national level. They are Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Kathakali, Manipuri, Kuchipudi, and Odissi. The folk dances of India are much more than mere body movements, from very ancient times the classical dance forms of India is considered as a discipline and a way to devote yourself to God through art.

Classical Dance	State
Bharatnatyam	Tamilnadu (South India)
Kathak	Uttar Pradesh(Northern India)
Odissi	Odisha
Manipuri	Manipur(North East India)
Kuchipudi	Andhra Pradesh
1)Kathakali 2)Mohiniyattam	Kerala.(South India)
Sattriya Dance	Assam (North East India)

Bharatnatyam

Katthak:-

Kathakali:-

kuchipudi:-

Manipuri:-

Mohiniyattam :-

odisa:-

Sattriya:-

These dance forms have survived for centuries, and although they are not mainstream in contemporary India, they have many patrons and a niche audience. over the years, generation of new performers have also given these ancient dance forms a new lease of life by changing their tonality, texture, and narrative, but always staying true to their grammar.
The number of recognized classical dances range from eight to more, depending on the source and scholar. The Sangeet Natak Academy recognizes eight- Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Odissi, Kathakali, Sattriya, Manipuri, and Mohiniyattam. "Any classical dance form itself possesses innate grace and beauty. However, the challenge lies in making people see that beauty and present these forms to them in a way that they would understand.