Jul 31 2025 to Jul 31 2025 7 p.m.

Where

Bangalore International Centre

7 4th Main Rd, Stage 2, Domlur 560071

Event Description

Step into a heartfelt journey across time and tradition. In this special performance, the untouched poetic gems of Mahakavi Subrahmanyam Bharathiyar are brought to life, exploring the vision and passion behind words he once held close.

Our story begins with the late Prof. K. V. Krishnan from Varanasi, Bharathiyar’s own nephew, whose lifelong love for his uncle’s work unearthed these hidden verses. Through his research, we glimpse Bharathiyar not only as a poet but as a dreamer, lighting fires of change.

The name Bharathi, born of the Sanskrit “Abhāyām + Ratah”, means “one who delights in fearlessness.” This performance honors him as a beacon of courage, his words as arms of inspiration.

This evening offers a warm celebration of dance and verse; a simple yet powerful tribute to our fiery national poet, whose voice still stirs hearts today.

Credits

Music Direction – Dr. Rajkumar Bharathi
Vocal & Nattuvangam – Swati Athmanathan
Mridangam, Tabla & Voiceover – Sri. Sarvesh Karthick
Violin -Smt. TV Sukanya
Flute – Sri. Sujith S Naik
Music compositions by Dr. Rajkumar Bharathi & Late Prof C.V. Chandrasekhar
Concept & Choreography – Swati Athmanathan

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Performer

Swati Athmanathan
Bharatanatyam Dancer & Choreographer
Swati Athmanathan is a dynamic Bharatanatyam dancer, choreographer, vocalist, composer, and educator. A senior disciple of Padma Bhushan Prof. C.V. Chandrasekhar and Smt. Jaya Chandrasekhar, she is also trained under Sri Renjith Babu and Smt. Vijna Vasudevan. With academic credentials including a Master’s in Bharatanatyam and UGC-NET-JRF qualification, Swati is a graded Doordarshan artist and recipient of the Junior Fellowship from the Ministry of Culture (2024). Born into the lineage of Mahakavi Subrahmanyam Bharathiyar, her practice is deeply rooted in tradition and scholarship. She is the founder of Bandish Arts, a non-profit supporting performing artists. Swati has performed extensively across prestigious platforms in India, and curated thematic productions, workshops, and lecture demonstrations. Her work bridges classical rigor with contemporary relevance, making her a sought-after artist and speaker in the field of Indian classical arts.