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Kottakkal Sasidharan Nair, often known as Kottakkal Sasidharan, is an internationally renowned Indian classical dancer, choreographer, and teacher, born on May 24, 1951. His foundational training in Indian classical dance began at the age of nine, when he was initiated into Kathakali. He underwent eight years of rigorous training in Kathakali at P.S.V.…
Journey Timeline
1951
Born — Born on May 24.
c. 1960
Began Kathakali training — Initiated into Kathakali at age nine at P.S.V. Natyasangham, Kottakkal.
1973
Joined Darpana Academy — Became a teacher, resident artist, and faculty member at Darpana Academy of Performing Arts.
2006
US Tour and Performance — Toured the United States and performed 'Abhignana Sakuntala' in Fargo, North Dakota.
2018
Autobiography Released — His autobiography 'Pakarnnattam' was released on October 23.
2019
Received Kerala Kalamandalam Award — Awarded for 'Best art literature' for his autobiography (declared in October 2020).
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Awards & Honors
- Award from Smt. Indira Gandhi
- Award from the Maharajah of Bhutan
- 2019 · Best Art Literature Award — Kerala Kalamandalam
Media Coverage
- Kathakali Artists - Kottakkal Sasidharan Nair
Cyber Kerala
- An Entirely Different Take on Kathakali
The New Indian Express
- Kottakkal Sasidharan's autobiography Pakarnnattam review
India Art Review
- Kerala Kalamandalam awards declared
The Hindu
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