Odissi Dancer's Spiritual Journey in Bhubaneswar

Odissi dancer Avirup Sengupta describes performing in Odisha as an emotionally enriching experience. He feels a profound connection to Bhubaneswar, considering it the cultural heartland where the dance form's soul resides.

Sengupta recently took the stage in Bhubaneswar with his troupe, presenting captivating performances of Durga Stuti and Vande Mataram. These pieces were choreographed by Riddhi Bondopadhyay. The evening was further highlighted when Sengupta was honored by Padma Shri Pratibha Prahlad, an occasion he described with immense gratitude.

Young dancers Anita, Puja, Debika, Sanchi, and Sayantani also mesmerized the audience, contributing to a memorable celebration of Odissi. Sengupta views Odissi as more than a dance form; he calls it a spiritual anchor and a way of life.