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Sunder Prasad

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Mumbai, India

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About

Pandit Sunder Prasad (c. 1891 – May 29, 1970) was a highly revered guru and performer of the Indian classical dance form, Kathak. He is primarily associated with the Jaipur Gharana but was also known for seamlessly integrating elements from the Lucknow Gharana into his style. Born in Jaipur into a family steeped in Kathak traditions, Sunder Prasad received…

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c. 1891

Born in Jaipur

c. 1899

Began training under Bindadin Maharaj — Started at age eight for 13 years.

c. 1911

Entered the profession of dancing — Around 20 years old.

c. 1919

Established Maharaj Bindadin School of Kathak in Bombay — Also mentioned as around the 1930s or 1936 in other sources.

1958

Settled in Delhi and joined Bharatiya Kala Kendra

1959

Received Sangeet Natak Akademi Award

1970

Died — May 29, 1970.

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  • 1959 · Sangeet Natak Akademi AwardSangeet Natak Akademi
  • Sangeet Natak Akademi FellowshipSangeet Natak Akademi

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