09/04/2026
On his 22nd death anniversary, we honour the legacy of Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra, the visionary, whose artistry, scholarship, and unwavering dedication were instrumental in the revival and codification of Odissi as one of India’s foremost classical dance traditions.
09/01/2026
This week marks the 100th birth anniversary of the legendary Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra.
The story of Guruji's life is one of unending dedication. From the traditional expertise of the "Chitrakaras" through the art of the "Gotipua" and "Jatra" parties, the "bhakti" oriented "rasa leela" performances and the innovative attempts of the Annapurna Theatre, Guruji's artistic journey is one of continuous learning and growth. Gifted as he was with a sensitive, respectful and creative disposition, he observed and absorbed facts and phenomena of life around and transcreated them into forms of aesthetic beauty.
His sophisticated choreographies live on through his students and continue to be learnt and performed worldwide.
We at ODC Bangalore had the great fortune of visiting his home last year, the learning ground of our own Guru. His photographs beautifully displayed in the very rooms he taught in, deeply connected us to the roots of the graceful form that is Odissi.
16/12/2025
Thank you Satish Suri for the stellar review of our newest production 'Pankajam' in ✨
You can read the whole review here: https://narthaki.com/info/rev25/rev3560.html
08/12/2025
✨BENGALURU ODISSI UTSAV 2025 ✨
Seen here, are intermediate and senior level dancers in Mohana Pallavi at Bengaluru Odissi Utsav
08/12/2025
✨BENGALURU ODISSI UTSAV 2025 ✨
Seen here, our young dancers in Vasant Pallavi at this year's morning session of the Bengaluru Odissi Utsav
[Odissi Dance, Performance, Dancers]
04/12/2025
A vibrant celebration of movement. Mohana Pallavi performed by our middle, intermediate and senior dancers, united in rhythm and expression. ✨🎶