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Dr. Manjiri Shreeram Deo is a distinguished Kathak maestro, dancer, teacher, and author, recognized for her significant contributions to Indian classical dance for over 50 years. Born in Kolhapur, she began her extensive Kathak training under Pt. Badrinath Kulkarni. After her marriage to Shreeram Deo in 1968, she moved to Thane, where she further honed her…
Journey Timeline
Born in Kolhapur
1960
Performed with Guru Pt. Badrinath Kulkarni — Throughout Maharashtra (1960-1965)
1968
Married Shreeram Deo and moved to Thane
1986
Began teaching at Shree Ganesh Nritya Kala Mandir — Approximate year, based on 'since 40 years' as of 2026
1989
Performed in Government of Maharashtra Art Festivals — From Second Music Festival in 1989 till 5th Music Festival
Authored 'Nritya Saurabh' — Received special award for Best Literature from Govt. of Maharashtra
Authored 'Kathak Kaumudi' — Used as a reference book for post-graduation students of Kathak
Authored 'Olakh Kattakchi' — Introductory guide to Kathak
Authored 'Introduction to Kathak- The Indian Classical Dance'
Authored 'An Insight into Kathak'
2016
Performed at Vysakhi Nrithyotsav
2023
Received National Senior Fellowship of CCRT — For ongoing research on Samarth Ramdas
2023
Conferred with SANGEET RATNA — By Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalay Mandal
2025
Performed at NCPA — Guruvandana Kathak by Dr. Manjiri Deo's Shree Ganesh Nritya Kala Mandir curated by Mukundraj Deo
2025
Documentary film released — Conceptualized by her son Pt. Mukundraj Deo
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Awards & Honors
- Special Award for Best Literature — Government of Maharashtra
- Silver Medal (Marathi Drama 'Beimaan') — Maharashtra State Drama Festival
- 2023 · National Senior Fellowship — CCRT
- 2023 · SANGEET RATNA — Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalay Mandal
Media Coverage
- Dr. Manjiri Shreeram Deo - Kathak dancer
Meetkalakar
- “LIVING LEGEND” Guruvarya Dr. (Mrs.) Manjiri Shreeram Deo (Kathak) - Thane – India Interviewed By Shyna Gupta
SCL Rhythms Research Center (Facebook)
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