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Nalini Toshniwal is a renowned Kathak exponent, teacher, and institution head, originally from Kashmir, India. She developed a keen interest in classical music and dance from childhood, beginning her Kathak training at the age of 11 under Guru Manak Dutt Jodhpuri. She furthered her education by completing a Master's course in Kathak, known as "VISHARAD,"…
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Born
Born in Kashmir, India
Childhood
Began learning Kathak at age 11 (or 9) — Under Guru Manak Dutt Jodhpuri.
Completed
Completed Master's course in Kathak ("VISHARAD") — From Chandigarh University, India.
1990
Established "RUCHIKA" in Ajmer, India
1992
Moved to Japan; "RUCHIKA" established in Osaka and Kobe
2009
Became a member of International Dance Council (CID UNESCO)
Past 10 years (approx. 2016 onwards)
Served as CID-UNESCO Ashiya Section President
2026
Performed in Hyderabad with Japanese students — Collaborative presentation with NaRa Japan Hub.
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- Dance Is My Language, Says Japanese Kathak Exponent Toshniwal
Deccan Chronicle
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