Yog Sunder Desai
Kathakali Performer
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Yog Sunder Desai (born Yogendra Gopaldas Desai; July 16, 1921 – November 27, 2020) was a pioneering Indian dancer, choreographer, and researcher, widely recognized for his significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of Indian folk and classical dance forms. Born into a princely family in Limbdi, Gujarat, Desai's early life was influenced by…
Journey Timeline
1921
Born in Limbdi, Gujarat
1945
Debut on Bombay stage in 'Jai Somnath'
1947
Started Indian Progressive Ballet Group in Calcutta
1948
Founded Indian Revival Group in Calcutta
1955
Produced 'Rhythms of India'
1957
Performed at the First Command Performance at Rashtrapati Bhawan
1965
Married Geetasree Gupta
1966
Directed 'Ram Lila' for Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra
1969
Produced 'The Man Divine'
2008
Received Sangeet Natak Akademi Award
2020
Passed away
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- 2008 · Sangeet Natak Akademi Award — Sangeet Natak Akademi
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- The Birth Centenary of Shri Yog Sunder Desai
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