MAYUKHA – A Mohiniattam Recital by Nayana Prakash Presented by Nrityaarpana Fine Arts Center
Schedule
Sat Aug 23 2025 at 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm
UTC+05:30Location
Virupaksha Mangal Karyalay - Managed by Red Letters Events | Navi Mumbai, MH
MAYUKHA – A Mohiniattam Recital by Nayana Prakash
Presented by Nrityaarpana Fine Arts Center
📅 Event Date & Time
23rd August 2025
Time: 6:00 PM onwards
📍 Venue
Virupaksha Mangal Karyalay,
Near Vadale Lake, Old Panvel, Maharashtra
🎟️ Entry
Free Entry | Open to All | Registration Required
📌 Register here: https://forms.gle/RxnPzmUEz1RW6iZP7 or Call on - +91-7700052429
🩰 About the Event
Mayukha – meaning a ray of light – is not just a performance, but a heartfelt celebration of Indian classical dance. This year's edition features a soulful Mohiniattam solo recital by Nayana Prakash, a disciple of Padma Bhushan Dr. Kanak Rele and and alumni of Nalanda Nrityakala Mahavidyalaya.
This event is a tribute to the elegance and spiritual depth of Kerala’s traditional dance form, performed in the Nalanda Bani style – known for its grace, structure, and emotional richness.
Come and witness graceful storytelling, classical rhythms, and a celebration of cultural heritage – all in a serene, spiritually uplifting atmosphere.
👤 About the Artist
Nayana Prakash is a passionate Mohiniattam exponent with deep roots in the Nalanda tradition. She is a disciple of Padma Bhushan Smt. Dr. Kanak Rele and continues her journey under the guidance of Kalashree Kalamandalam C. Gopalakrishnan (Natyakalamandiram center for arts). Her work reflects a blend of discipline, devotion, and creative exploration.
🎖️ Honourable Guests
🎖 Chief Guests:
Shri Prashant Thakur – Hon’ble MLA, Maharashtra
Shri Vikrant Patil – Hon’ble MLC, Maharashtra
Shri Paresh Thakur – Former Leader of the House, Panvel Municipal Corporation
Shri Ramesh Kalamboli - National Telephone Advisory Committee Member
🌟 Guest of Honour:
Dr. Uma Rele – Principal, Nalanda Nrityakala Mahavidyalaya
Dr. Dimple Nair - (Mohiniattam exponent & Founder director IAID, Qatar.)
🎬 Celebrity Guests:
Ms. Devi Chandana – Malayalam Actress & Classical Dancer
Ms. Tanvi Palav – Marathi Actress and Classical Dancer
🌟 Why Attend?
Experience authentic Indian classical dance in its purest form
Free cultural event for the community
Where is it happening?
Virupaksha Mangal Karyalay - Managed by Red Letters Events, Ratnakar Khare marg, opp Ashok Baug, Old Panvel, Panvel, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 410206, IndiaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
