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Bharatanatyam

an expression, a celebration, a seeking and a way of life. A journey intothe life and work of a dance maker  and performer

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I'm Radhika

Radhika is a distinguished Bharatanatyam dancer whose journey spans over two decades of dedicated training, performance, and artistic exploration. Her early foundation was firmly established under the mentorship of Mrs. Anjali Gokhale-Bhatavdekar in Pune, where she completed her Arangetram and earned the esteemed title of Nritya Visharad. For the past eight years, Radhika has been honing her craft under the expert guidance of renowned dancer-choreographer Vaibhav Arekar.

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Upcoming

The Speaking Body

Discover Bharatanatyam through storytelling

Open level  workshop by Radhika

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Featured
Performances

Margam

(Directed by Shri Vaibhav Arekar)

Festiwal Indii

Poland

Barnstorm Fest

USA

 IFAASD Youth
Festival

USA

Music Academy

Chennai, India

Kartik Fine Arts

Chennai, India

Sindhu Festival

 Mumbai, India

 Dance for Dance Festival

Chennai, India

Abhivyakti Festival

Ahmedabad, India

 Khajuraho Festival

India

San Diego
Fringe Festival

 USA

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BHARATANATYAM PERFORMER, EDUCATOR AND CHOREOEGRAPHER

What Our Students & Parents Say

❤️ Real Experiences. Lasting Impact.

“My daughter began learning Bharatanatyam from Radhika when she was just 4.”
Over the past year and a half, Radhika has not only nurtured her skills but also instilled a deep love for the art form. She brings a beautiful balance of innovation and tradition to her teaching, engaging young students with creativity and care. My daughter looks forward to every class, and it’s a joy to see her grow under such mentorship.
— Tejas Dani
“Coming back to dance after 15 years was scary... until I met Radhika.”
Her passion is contagious—you can feel her energy the moment she walks into the room. She makes every class fun, focused, and inspiring. Even complex choreography becomes easy to learn with her approach. I leave every class feeling motivated and joyful.
— Madhuri S.
“Radhika teaches at our pace and makes every detail count.”
She is an incredibly patient teacher who explains every piece thoroughly—raagam, thaalam, speed, and syllables—so we understand not just the movement but the meaning behind it. She creates a truly supportive and encouraging environment.
— Sravani
“You’ve taught my child more than dance—discipline, joy & confidence.”
Watching my daughter grow under your guidance has been deeply moving. Your nurturing, dedication, and love for Bharatanatyam shine through every class. We feel incredibly fortunate to have you as her teacher.
— Shama Anjum Shaik
“My daughter didn’t even want to dance... now she can’t wait for class!”
Radhika’s energy, patience, and creativity transformed the experience. Her classes are fun, engaging, and truly educational—even for the youngest dancers.
— Bhakti
“Radhika Akka helped me rediscover the depth of Bharatanatyam.”
Though I had learned Bharatanatyam for years, she helped me understand the nuances I had been missing. Her insights and constant guidance have deepened my appreciation of the art form.
— Smrithi Suresh
“It's okay to make mistakes—that’s what Radhika teaches.”
My daughter has been learning from her since age 4. Radhika sets challenging but achievable goals and teaches the value of effort and practice. We've seen her grow in ways far beyond our expectations. We’re so happy to have Radhika as her teacher.
— Emily M.

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