Bhakti Natya Niketan

The mentorship space has become one of my favourite places to return to. It lets me explore my practice and my teaching at the same time. It holds seriousness, but it also holds warmth. It asks for practice, but it also makes room for inquiry.

I am opening a 12 PM IST slot for the next round.

If you have completed at least two mārgams, and you are looking to refine your Bharatanatyam practice with more clarity, texture and intention, you can apply here:
karunasagari.com/mentorship

Jagannathashtakam is a piece that received so much love from all of you and has always been a favourite of mine! I am excited to be conducting a workshop on Jagannathashtakam once again this year as many of you also showed a lot of interest in learning this piece.

I invite you all to explore with me Jagannathashtakam, a Sanskrit composition attributed to Adi Sankara and uttered by Chaitanya Mahaprabhu that reflects the bhakta’s longing to draw the cosmic Lord Jagannatha close, not as a distant deity, but as a cherished companion in love and devotion.

This workshop is an opportunity to enter that sacred space to embody emotion, surrender, and intimacy through Abhinaya and intentional Nritta.

I look forward to holding space where each of us can listen deeply, respond, and connect from within.

Dates: 14, 15, 21, 22 March, 2026
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM IST
Venue: Zoom (Online)

For more details and to apply, click on the link below:
www.karunasagari.com/jagannathashtakam-workshop-march2026

As this year begins, I have been reflecting on last year and where I want to focus my energies in this one. With the postpartum series coming to an end, I have gained a renewed sense of respect for my body. I look back at last year: the first week began with my daughter coming into the world, and the last week ended with a performance at Narada Gana Sabha. Grateful for all the support from above and around.
This year holds the promise of a book release, podcasts, and many performances. This year has given me a theme that will inform all my creative pursuits. - “nuanced noticing”.

Stay tuned.

I will be on Instagram only to share my art and insights, so please don’t expect prompt replies. Connect with me over the phone, email, or even better, over coffee!

Yours,
Karuna



[Post Partum, Bharatanatyam, Performances, Artists in Chennai, Dance, Performing Arts]

This Margazhi, it gives me great joy to be a part of the Isai Natya Nataka Vizha 2025 by Narada Gana Sabha. I will be presenting a Bharatanatyam recital at the Main Hall, Narada Gana Sabha on 27 December, 2025 at 1:45 PM.

This performance will be accompanied by live music and I am grateful to share the stage with some amazing musicians.

All are welcome and I really hope to see you there!

I am excited to be presenting my first performance in Mumbai at NMACC on December 5, 2025. I will be presenting a Margam alongside wonderful musicians, Srikanth Gopalakrishnan on the Vocals, Gayathri Rajaji on the Nattuvangam, Gurubharadwaaj GV on the Mridangam & Nandini KP on the Violin.

I look forward to seeing you all at The Cube Theatre at 7:30 PM.

Click the link below for tickets:
https://in.bookmyshow.com/events/bharatanatyam-margam-by-karuna-sagari/ET00470460

I am excited to conduct this Abhinaya workshop, 'Kannan en Sevakan'. If you are wondering what you will learn, swipe to know more.

To sign up and learn, visit karunasagari.com