VIDEO | Lei Muzi, a 13-year-old school student, scripted history when she performed Bharatanatyam "Arangetram" in China, a landmark in the journey of the ancient Indian dance form that is gaining popularity in the neighbouring country. pic.twitter.com/OaOlc9EEhh
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Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:43pm on 27 Oct 2024,Sunday International
Lei Muzi, a 13-year-old Chinese girl, made history by performing the first-ever Bharatanatyam "Arangetram" in China. Held in Beijing, the event saw Lei showcasing the ancient South Indian dance in front of Indian diplomats, Bharatanatyam icon Leela Samson, and a large audience. Trained by renowned Chinese Bharatanatyam dancer Jin Shan Shan, Lei captivated the crowd with her graceful performance, reflecting her decade-long dedication. “For me, Bharatanatyam is the embodiment of Indian culture,” Lei shared. The performance underscores Bharatanatyam’s rising popularity in China, strengthening cultural ties between the nations.
