Kathak Legacy Honored in Captivating Santati Performance

On November 12, 2025, the Guru Kundanlal Gangani Foundation presented Santati, an evening devoted to honoring a timeless Kathak legacy, at Triveni Kala Sangam. The performance unfolded like a tala cycle, with a sequence of concentrated solos framed by a cohesive ensemble item that was deeply rooted in the idiom of the Jaipur gharana.

Sanjeet Gangani's solo, accompanied by a skilled ensemble, was an act of stewardship, with disciplined riyaaz shaping measured chakkars, precise tatkar, and a considered abhinaya that conveyed lineage and gravitas. The Niritya Dhara ensemble, comprising Bhavani Devda, Preeti Sheware, and Kalyani Chaurasiya, exemplified matched bols, focused phrasing, and collective poise that paid tribute to the enduring Kathak aesthetic.

The evening also featured a solo performance by Archisa Vishwakarma, who married exacting tatkar and skilled layakari with refined abhinaya. Deepak Aurora's vigorous solo, accompanied by a talented ensemble, presented a compelling dialogue between tala's architecture and expressive sweep, bringing the evening to a captivating close.