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Hema Malini's Graceful Durga Ballet Honors Navratri
13 Oct
Summary
- Hema Malini performed her popular Durga ballet on Navratri's first day.
- The performance occurred on October 11, 2026, during Navratri celebrations.
- Malini views dance as devotion, meditation, tradition, and carrying forward legacy.
Veteran actress and dancer Hema Malini honored Navratri by performing her popular ballet, Durga, on its first day, October 11, 2026. The 77-year-old star captivated attendees at the Agarwal Samaj's "Agra Dandiya Navratri celebrations" in Telangana. This performance also coincided with Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti.
Malini expressed her joy, calling it a "lovely, special feeling" to perform her signature ballet on such an auspicious occasion. She noted the presence of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, who praised her work. Her dedication to dance as a form of devotion, meditation, and tradition was evident.
Reflecting on her career, Malini recalled her father's suggestion to venture into ballets, starting with "Meera" and later "Ramayana." She believes ballets are more accessible than pure classical forms. For Malini, dance transcends performance, representing a profound connection to tradition and a fulfilling pursuit.
Her last film appearance was in "Shimla Mirchi" in 2020. Malini also performs with her daughters, Esha and Aahana Deol, in a show called "Parampara," emphasizing the importance of nurturing artistic legacies.
