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Ruchi Saini is a distinguished Kathak dancer and art educator, deeply rooted in the Kalka Bindadin (Lucknow) Gharana. She is a devoted disciple of the eminent Kathak Maestro, Late Guru Munna Shukla, under whom she trained for 14 years in the traditional Guru-Shishya Parampara, absorbing knowledge beyond formal lessons. Saini's artistic journey spans over…
Journey Timeline
1999
Internship with NIFT and Satya Paul — Researched and presented a collection of silk scarves based on dance movements and poses.
2003
Began teaching Kathak & arts in New Delhi
2008
Began formal training under Guru Munna Shukla
2009
Began performing under Guru Munna Shukla
2010
Received Saraswati Yuva Samman Award — Presented by Sangeet Martand Padma Vibhushan Pandit Jasraj.
2012
Directed and produced maiden film "Arpan"
2015
Collaborated on short film "Beauty of Form" — As solo Kathak dancer and choreographer with visual artist Kay Walkowiak.
2017
Curated "Samanvay - A Symphony of Arts" — A 10-day collaborative event for Artsastra Gallery.
2018
Received Dharitri Shikhar Samman — For her works & contribution in Kathak.
2018
Designated 'A' Grade artist by Doordarshan
2018
Collaborated with Qamar Dagar — For a calendar commemorating Guru Munna Shukla's 75th birthday.
2019
Initiated 'Stillness & Movement' series — Series of collaborative events with artists of other genres.
2019
Conceived, hosted, and presented "Reflections on Kathak and Dhrupad and their Core Values" — In collaboration with Ustad Wasif-ud-din Dagar and Guru Munna Shukla.
2022
Directed "Music in the Mundane"
2022
Began curating and directing a dance festival — Dedicated to her Guru's legacy.
2023
Directed "Aakaar Prakaar"
2023-2024
Visiting faculty at National Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi
2025
Directed "The Kettle & The Cup"
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Awards & Honors
- 2018 · Dharitri Shikhar Samman — Dharitri Kala Kendra & Yuva Rang Manch
- 2018 · 'A' Grade Artist — Doordarshan
- 2010 · Saraswati Yuva Samman Award
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- Art of expression - My Experiences with Myself
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