Mayuri
Upadhya

Mayuri Upadhya is a renowned South Asian choreographer, dancer, and Artistic Director of Nrityarutya.

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Mehfil reimagines the splendour of India’s royal gatherings through dance, music and theatre. A joyful meeting of classical traditions and contemporary storytelling.

Mehfil

Inspired by the festive gatherings of India’s royal courts, Mehfil brings the elegance of a bygone era into a vibrant contemporary celebration. Kathak and Bharatanatyam meet, while memorable cinematic music intertwines with classical melodies. Guided by a storyteller and adorned with opulent costumes, this Mayuri Upadhya production invites audiences into a world of love, nostalgia and shared joy.

TULA

"Tula" will be a future exploration of balance, expressed through Indian mythology and classical dance.

Tula

"Tula" will be a future exploration of balance, expressed through Indian mythology and classical dance. This production will examine opposing forces—good and evil, masculine and feminine, heart and mind—through four thematic chapters.

TULA

"Parched" will be a powerful exploration of the global water crisis through the lens Indian mythology and cultural practices.

Parched

"Parched" will be a powerful exploration of the global water crisis through the lens of Indian mythology and cultural practices. Mayuri envisions this future production as an urgent call to reflect on humanity’s relationship with nature and its exploitation.

Mehfil reimagines the splendour of India’s royal gatherings through dance, music and theatre. A joyful meeting of classical traditions and contemporary storytelling.

Mehfil

Inspired by the festive gatherings of India’s royal courts, Mehfil brings the elegance of a bygone era into a vibrant contemporary celebration. Kathak and Bharatanatyam meet, while memorable cinematic music intertwines with classical melodies. Guided by a storyteller and adorned with opulent costumes, this Mayuri Upadhya production invites audiences into a world of love, nostalgia and shared joy.

"Tula" will be a future exploration of balance, expressed through Indian mythology and classical dance.

Tula

"Tula" will be a future exploration of balance, expressed through Indian mythology and classical dance. This production will examine opposing forces—good and evil, masculine and feminine, heart and mind—through four thematic chapters.

"Parched" will be a powerful exploration of the global water crisis through the lens Indian mythology and cultural practices.

Parched

"Parched" will be a powerful exploration of the global water crisis through the lens of Indian mythology and cultural practices. Mayuri envisions this future production as an urgent call to reflect on humanity’s relationship with nature and its exploitation.

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Unveiling 'Rhythms of Heritage': A New Dance Production Celebrating India's Cultural Tapestry

Through powerful movement and storytelling, it brings together ancient traditions and contemporary expression, honoring the rich diversity that defines the Indian spirit.
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Ideation and Connection with People!

The air is thick with sandalwood and rose, where femininity unfolds—bold, unfiltered, rich as silk.

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Behind the Curtain: The Quiet Alchemy of Creation Before the Spotlight

Peering into the moments of stillness, struggle, and transformation that shape a performance.

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Footnotes of a Dancer: Where Every Step Holds a Story

Tracing the echoes of movement, from ancient traditions to modern expressions, one step at a time.

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MEHFIL
Tula
Parched
Bhakti
MEHFIL
Tula
Parched
Bhakti

Mayuri’s journey into the world of dance began in
her childhood in Bangalore, India, where she was drawn to the art form as a way to explore her world of fantasy and imagination.

Influenced by the vibrant cultural landscape of music, books, and television, Mayuri's early explorations laid the foundation for her creative journey.

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