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Nalini Asthana is a highly acclaimed Indian classical Kathak dancer, scholar, and educator, renowned for her profound contributions to the Varanasi Gharana of Kathak. Often performing as part of the celebrated sister duo Nalini-Kamalini Asthana, she has dedicated over five decades to preserving, teaching, and expanding Indian classical dance traditions.…
Journey Timeline
1955
Born
1973
Began learning Kathak and Arangetram — With her sister Kamalini Asthana, under Guru Jitendra Maharaj.
1975
Co-founded Sangeetka Institute of Performing Arts — In Delhi, with her sister Kamalini Asthana.
1983
First overseas tour — Attended UFTAA Conference in Paris, France, extending performances for 2.5 years across Europe.
2022
Conferred Padma Shri — Awarded as a duo with Kamalini Asthana for their contributions to Kathak dance.
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- 2022 · Padma Shri — Government of India
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