Madhavi Mudgal
was brought up in an atmosphere of dance from a very
early age. When Harekrishna Behera joined the
Gandharva Maha Vidyalaya to teach Odissi, she took
lessons from him and then studied intensively with
Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra, and continue to learn new
numbers from the maestro. She has inbibed the style
of Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra and projects the
dignified the image of the nayikas with
subtle nuances while underplaying the emotions. Her
recitals are noted for their tasteful presentation
and melodious music. Her sound training in Odissi
helps her to bring to the fore the
technicalvirtuosity imbuing her repertoire with
beauty.
She has also
choreographed several dance numbers such Sohamasmi
giving evidence of her creative talents. She has been
awarded the Padmashree by the Government of India.
