Navyashree K N

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Navyashree K N is an accomplished Bharatanatyam dancer from Bengaluru, India, with a career spanning over 25 years. She is trained in both the Kalakshetra and Vazhuvoor styles of Bharatanatyam. Navyashree began her dance journey under the tutelage of Ashok Kumar, the artistic director of Natyanjali School of Dance, Bengaluru, where she was an active member of the school's ensemble and performed extensively. She is also a disciple of Guru Sri P Praveen Kumar from Chithkala School of Dance, Bengaluru. Currently, she continues to refine her art by training under Charles Ma, director of Adishakti School of Bharatanatyam, Bengaluru, who specializes in teaching soloists. Navyashree has transitioned into a soloist career and has performed across India and internationally. She is a Doordarshan graded artist and a recipient of the Centre for Cultural Resources and Training (CCRT) scholarship. In 2025, she celebrated her silver jubilee in dance with a special recital titled 'Natya Ranjini Mala'. Dedicated to passing on her knowledge, Navyashree founded Siddhidatri Natya Shale in 2020 on Kanakapura Road, Bengaluru. She is also the Founder and Artistic Director of Bharathadyuthi Arts Center. Her contributions to the art form have been recognized with awards such as the Kalashree award and the Dr. Sunil Kothari Award for Emerging Artists. Awards & Honours: Centre for Cultural Resources and Training (CCRT) scholarship, Doordarshan graded artist, Kalashree award, Dr. Sunil Kothari Award for Emerging Artists.