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Isha Jog

KathakBharatanatyamOdissi Chicago, United States
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Isha Jog

KathakChicago, United States

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Isha Jog Keuper is an accomplished Indian classical Kathak dancer, choreographer, speaker, and strategist based in Chicago, Illinois, USA. She is a second-generation Kathak dancer, carrying forward the family tradition established by her mother, Gauri Jog, who founded the Indian Dance School in Schaumburg, Illinois. Isha began learning Indian classical dance at the age of five and has since become a principal dancer, performing and choreographing Kathak internationally, including a three-city tour in India. In 2016, Isha Jog achieved a Guinness World Record for the "Most Kathak knee spins in one minute," completing 77 spins in 60 seconds. Beyond her performances, she is recognized for her contributions to promoting Kathak, such as creating and releasing the first-ever Indian Classical Kathak dance GIPHY stickers on Instagram in 2020. Her work bridges business, art, and service, and she has received national recognition for her advocacy in youth empowerment and social impact, including the Prudential Spirit of Community Award and a mayoral proclamation of “Isha Jog Day.” Awards & Honours: Guinness World Record for Most Kathak knee spins in one minute (2016), Prudential Spirit of Community Award, Isha Jog Day.

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