Padma Subrahmanyam

Padma Subrahmanyam – an Indian Bharatanrityam danceress, choreographeress, research scholaress, Carnatic songstress, music composeress, teacheress and authoress.

Pioneeress in the research and revival of the 108 Karanas described in the Natya Shastra.

First performing artiste to earn a Ph.D. for research on “Karanas in Indian Dance and Sculpture.

Creator of her distinctive dance style, Bharatanrityam.

Recipient of the Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri and Sangeet Natak Akademi Award; also a Fellow of the Sangeet Natak Akademi.