Kalbeliya dancer

Kalbeliya dancer Suwa Devi on realising her potential at the age of 12: 'Knew I had to use my skill to create my own identity'

February 09, 2023 11:43 am

"During the pandemic, we had to struggle a lot as no performances were happening. So, we decided to use our art and craft skills and started making traditional artificial jewellery, handbags, and even blankets (as we know sewing and stitching)," she said.

How quilt-making became a ray of hope for Rajasthan's Kalbelia community amid Covid-19

July 25, 2022 11:41 am

"Once the motifs on the quilt are created, their movement resembles that of a snake. The threads crawl on the fabric just like a snake does on the floor," said Pallavi Singh, talking about the craft of the snake charmer community

Padma Shri recipient Gulabo: Sapera dance has a beginning but no end, it just goes on and on

January 29, 2016 12:22 pm

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December 21, 2011 3:51 am

Filmmakers now have a new subject — music festivals in India.

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December 21, 2011 1:00 am

When Kalbeliya dancer Queen Harish’s name was called out in the Zenana courtyard of the Mehrangarh Fort to perform at the Jodhpur RIFF 2011,the performer readied to enamour the audience with his feisty moves.

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December 19, 2011 3:24 am

Filmmakers now have a new subject — music festivals in India.