Soorya Kuwait Chapter, in association with Kuwait National Exchange Co. managed by UAE Exchange Global, delightfully staged the “Soorya India Festival 2018” on the evening of Thursday, April 12, 2018, at the Indian Community School Auditorium, Khaitan, Kuwait.
Pranavam Sasi, All India Radio Artiste and the Kerala Folklore Academy Award Winner, inaugurated the festival, which aims to promote international integration through culture by lighting the lamp along with Vijay Karayil, President, Renjith Pillai, Marketing Head, Kuwait National Exchange Co., and B.S. Pillai, General Secretary. The Chief Guest appreciated Soorya Kuwait Chapter for is excellent efforts in promoting the rich and diverse Indian culture. General Secretary welcomed the Audience.
The program, a Bharatanatyam by two women characters, a combination of mother and daughter, Kalaimamani Rama Vaidyanathan and her daughter Natyaratna Dakshina Vaidyanathan Baghel.
A unique blend tradition and Innovation, Rama Vaidyanathan once again proved individualistic statement and style, strongly expressive of her joy and exuberance. Her lucid introductions matched each one of aesthetically pleasing items. Watching Rama Vaidyanathan dance, you get the feeling that she is truly passionate about what she is doing, as she immerses herself in the movement and the mood.
Accomplished dancer and a gifted dance choreographer, Dakshina Vaidyanathan Baghel, who comes from a family of eminent Bharatanatyam dancers, captivated the audience with her brilliant movements. With her beautiful presence and an innate grace, Dakshina was very strong in rhythm and this aspect came through attractively in her recitals.
Later, the artistes were honored with gifts for their outstanding performances. Renjith Pillai and Vijay Karayil presented the gifts.
Soorya has been disseminating Indian art and culture through music and dance with its 19 chapters all over the world. Soorya is committed to propagate the rich Indian art and culture with the active support of Chief Patron Dr. B.R. Shetty, Managing Director, and NMC group of Companies.