Manik Borbayan
Sattriya Performer
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Manik Borbayan is a distinguished and eminent guru of Sattriya dance, an Indian classical dance form originating from Assam. He is recognized as one of the seniormost experts in Sattriya today. Borbayan joined the Bhogpur Sattra in Titabor, Jorhat district, Assam, at the tender age of three, commencing his formal training within the Sattra from the age of…
Journey Timeline
3 years old
Joined Bhogpur Sattra — Joined Bhogpur Sattra, Titabor, Jorhat district, Assam.
4 years old
Began formal training — Started training within the Sattra, learning devotional compositions and Matiakhara.
2010
Received Sangeet Natak Akademi Award — Awarded for his contribution to Sattriya dance.
2014
Interviewed by The Hindu — Mentioned as being in his 70s, still teaching and performing.
2015
Performed at Nritya Parva festival — Presented on 'Sattriya Ojapali tradition of Assam and its musical analysis'.
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Awards & Honors
- 2010 · Sangeet Natak Akademi Award — Sangeet Natak Akademi
Media Coverage
- Manik Borbayan named for Akademi award
The Assam Tribune
- A legacy and lessons
The Hindu
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