Date: Sat, 24 Jan 26, 6:00 pm Venue: Chowdiah Memorial Hall, Bengaluru

The 21st edition of the DRISHTI NATIONAL DANCE FESTIVAL will be held on 24th January 2026 at Chowdiah Memorial Hall, Bengaluru. Get your tickets now on Book My Show.

Curated under the theme  BHARATA GITA, this year’s edition offers a humble tribute to two eternal pillars of Bharatiya heritage – the Bhagavad Gita and the Natyasastra, celebrating their recognition by UNESCO. The festival brings together distinguished artists whose works embody the philosophical depth, aesthetic excellence, and timeless relevance of these sacred texts.:

1. The legendary Padma Vibhushan Dr Padma Subrahmanyam – A profound tribute to the Bhagavad Gita through Bharatanrityam.

2. Smt. Nirupama Rajendra – Sri T. D. Rajendra and Abhinava Dance Company – A tribute to the Nāṭyaśāstra through Kathak and Bharatanrityam.

3. Dr Anuradha Vikranth & the Drishti Dance Ensemble – A tribute to the Nāṭyaśāstra through Bharatanrityam.

Each ensemble will present specially curated dance productions that illuminate the beauty, philosophy, and enduring values enshrined in these classical treatises.

We looking forward to all of you joining us in this celebration of the revered sacred texts.

Festival Directors: Dr Anuradha Vikranth and TM Vikranth

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