In this special Kali Puja episode, Shampa Mukherji engages in a conversation with Sohini Roychowdhury. They discuss mythology, Sohini’s written works, the dances she choreographs, and the divine entities that inspire her.
Sohini is a multifaceted artist, excelling as a Bharatnatyam dancer, choreographer, movement director, producer, dance therapist, author, and professor of Natya Shastra. She is the founder of Sohinimoksha World Dance & Communications with branches in MADRID, BERLIN, KOLKATA, NEW YORK, and Sohinimoksha Artes de La India in Madrid, Spain.
As a prominent ambassador of Indian culture, Sohini has captivated global audiences with her solo performances and her multinational troupe, Sohinimoksha. Her artistry has earned her numerous accolades and awards, establishing her as a distinguished figure in the world of dance.
Sohini’s passion for mythology sparked extensive research, leading her to write unique books that distinguish themselves in the realm of mythological literature. She discusses how her exploration into mythology prompted her to build bridges across civilizations.
The conversation delves into the exploration of Goddesses Durga and Kali. Sohini shares her perspective on them as representations of Shaktism, emphasizing their distinct appearances and behaviors tailored to specific contexts. The focus then shifts to Kali, whom Sohini considers a feminist archetype in her book, describing her as “multifaceted, with a variety of opposing features.”
Moving on to dance and choreography, Sohini explains how she differentiates her portrayal of the two goddesses on stage, incorporating varied colors, and employing different mudras for each. The discussion extends to Shiva, whom she hails as “the greatest of feminists” and a “truly evolved humanist” due to his inclusive and empathetic nature.
The conversation touches on Sohini’s choreography style, characterized by fusion, and her departure from the traditional rigidity in music for classical dance forms. The show concludes with audience questions, to which Sohini provides insightful answers
Moksha Talks Episode 2: ‘Dancing with the Gods.’
In this special Kali Puja episode, Shampa Mukherji engages in a conversation with Sohini Roychowdhury. They discuss mythology, Sohini’s written works, the dances she choreographs, and the divine entities that inspire her.
Sohini is a multifaceted artist, excelling as a Bharatnatyam dancer, choreographer, movement director, producer, dance therapist, author, and professor of Natya Shastra. She is the founder of Sohinimoksha World Dance & Communications with branches in MADRID, BERLIN, KOLKATA, NEW YORK, and Sohinimoksha Artes de La India in Madrid, Spain.
As a prominent ambassador of Indian culture, Sohini has captivated global audiences with her solo performances and her multinational troupe, Sohinimoksha. Her artistry has earned her numerous accolades and awards, establishing her as a distinguished figure in the world of dance.
Sohini’s passion for mythology sparked extensive research, leading her to write unique books that distinguish themselves in the realm of mythological literature. She discusses how her exploration into mythology prompted her to build bridges across civilizations.
The conversation delves into the exploration of Goddesses Durga and Kali. Sohini shares her perspective on them as representations of Shaktism, emphasizing their distinct appearances and behaviors tailored to specific contexts. The focus then shifts to Kali, whom Sohini considers a feminist archetype in her book, describing her as “multifaceted, with a variety of opposing features.”
Moving on to dance and choreography, Sohini explains how she differentiates her portrayal of the two goddesses on stage, incorporating varied colors, and employing different mudras for each. The discussion extends to Shiva, whom she hails as “the greatest of feminists” and a “truly evolved humanist” due to his inclusive and empathetic nature.
The conversation touches on Sohini’s choreography style, characterized by fusion, and her departure from the traditional rigidity in music for classical dance forms. The show concludes with audience questions, to which Sohini provides insightful answers