Uma Maheshwari

Five dancers perform in front of an ancient stone temple. They wear traditional golden costumes with ornate headpieces and pose elegantly with arms raised. The temple architecture features intricate carvings and a large central archway. The setting is outdoors, with a view of the landscape in the background, including some trees and distant mountains.
A group of dancers wearing traditional Indian attire adorned with ornate jewelry perform expressive dance movements. The colorful garments include a mix of bright green, blue, and red fabrics, intricately decorated with silver embellishments. The dancers hold graceful poses, demonstrating elegance and skill.

Roots

Early Training

Started learning under my guru’s patient guidance.

Influences

Influences

Two performers in traditional Kathakali attire, with elaborate makeup and costumes, engage in a dance performance. The scene includes intricate headgear and vibrant red and white costumes. Men in traditional dhoti observe in the background, and the setting appears to be a cultural or street event with shop signs visible.
Two performers in elaborate traditional costumes and vibrant face makeup are engaged in a classical dance performance. Their costumes feature intricate patterns, bold colors, and elaborate headgear. The scene captures a cultural or ceremonial event, with a musician playing an instrument in the background.

A woman is dressed in traditional Indian dance attire, featuring a white and gold pleated skirt, ornate jewelry, and a decorative headpiece. Her face is adorned with makeup, and her hands show expressive gestures with red markings on her palms. She is posed against a dark background which emphasizes her colorful costume.