Ms. Rama Kuknur is a distinguished dancer whose artistic journey has been nurtured under the able guidance of the renowned dance luminary, Dr. Sucheta Bhide-Chapekar in Kalavardhini Institution. Since the tender age of 7, Rama today has flowered into a young accomplished exponent. She is a Gold medallist in Bharatnatyam in the M.A. course in Dance from Lalit Kala Kendra (Gurukul ),.P. Pune University.

Rama’s dance is marked for graceful and precise Nritta as well as eloquent Abhinaya with which she is able to form an immediate connection with her audiences. She also has equal command on the Nritya Ganga Bani (synthesis of Bharatnatyam and Hindustani classical). She has been a CCRT Dance Scholarship holder for 6 years. A winner of many State and National level competitions, she has won the prestigious Firodiya Competition for consecutive three years. She has designed a new learning module named “ Applied Dance” for the dance students to sharpen their other required skills and is running this course in various dance branches.

Ms. Rama Kuknur is a distinguished dancer whose artistic journey has been nurtured under the able guidance of the renowned dance luminary, Dr. Sucheta Bhide-Chapekar. Rama’s voyage through the world of dance commenced at the tender age of 7, instilled by the profound teachings of Guru Dr. Sucheta Bhide-Chapekar. Her dedication and perseverance have borne fruit, as evidenced by her graduation with a prestigious Gold medal in Bharatnatyam from the M.A. course in Dance at the esteemed Lalit Kala Kendra (Gurukul), S.P. Pune University. Her pursuit of excellence led her to earn the Nritya Alankar from the revered Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalay, a testament to her unwavering commitment to her craft. Rama’s artistry is characterized by the seamless harmony of two vital dance aspects – the graceful and precise Nritta, and the eloquent Abhinaya. Her profound connection with her audience is a result of her innate ability to convey emotions and stories through her captivating expressions. Notably, Rama has achieved mastery over the unique NrityaGanga Bani, a distinctive synthesis of Bharatnatyam and Hindustani classical music, a style ingeniously created by her mentor, Guru Dr. Sucheta Chapekar. Since her official stage appearance (Arangetram) in 2007, Rama has graced solo performances across various cultural hubs including Pune, Aurangabad, Nasik, Mumbai, and Banglore. Her accompaniment with Guru Dr. Sucheta Chapekar in numerous dance presentations has garnered acclaim, with a pinnacle being her participation in the revered Sawai Gandharva Music Festival 2015, a performance that earned her esteemed recognition. Rama’s pursuit of excellence extends beyond the stage, as exemplified by her recognition as a CCRT Dance Scholarship holder for six consecutive years. Her prowess as a dancer has propelled her to clinch victories in numerous State and National-level competitions, including the famous intercollegiate Firodiya Competition for three consecutive years. Furthermore, she won the Bharatnatyam choreography competition organized by the Dadar-Matunga Cultural Centre in Mumbai. Rama Kuknur has been a vital part of Kalavardhini’s performing group and has learnt and worked with Smt. Arundhati Patwardhan daughter of Dr. Sucheta Chapekar. She has participated in the esteemed “Parikramaa” dance festival organized by the Kalavardhini Charitable Trust. Rama’s talent in choreography shone brightly in the dance-drama production “Meghadoot,” an adaptation of Kalidasa’s classic literary work. This performance garnered praise from critics and experts alike. Recently, she collaborated with the Sankhya dance company for their production “And She Spoke,” marking another milestone in her artistic journey. Her dedication to improvement is evident in her enthusiastic participation in workshops led by renowned lengends such as Smt. Rama Vaidyanathan and Shri. Vaibhav Arekar. Rama has designed an innovative ‘Applied Dance’ learning module, to enrich dance students’ allied skills for enhanced efficacy. She has conducted the Applied Dance workshops at various dance institutes all over Maharashtra for more than 4 years. The realm of creativity finds its embodiment in Rama’s entrepreneurial venture ‘Kalaayan,’ a platform dedicated to the propagation of Indian classical arts in contemporary contexts. Through ‘Kalaayan,’ she has undertaken projects to introduce classical dance and allied art forms to the younger generation. Her initiative ‘Kathaayan,’ a video series narrating stories through classical dance, aims to kindle interest and knowledge among children. Rama’s artistic endeavours have transcended geographical boundaries. In 2019, she conducted a lecture-demonstration and workshop on Indian Classical dance in Sunderland, UK. Her engagement continued in 2022, when she graced the Sanskriti dance school in Sydney, conducting a workshop and enthralling performance. Rama Kuknur’s journey in Bharatnatyam is a harmonious blend of sensitivity and intellect. With an unwavering devotion to her art, she continues to tread the path of Bharatnatyam with zeal, leaving an indelible mark on the realm of Indian classical dance.

Since her first stage appearance in 2007, she has given solo presentations in Pune on a number of occasions and has also performed in Aurangabad, Nasik, and Mumbai. She has accompanied Dr.Sucheta Chapekar in various Dance performances. The most noteworthy among them is her participation in ‘Sawai Gandharva’ Music Festival 2015 along with her Guru which won her many accolades. and also a Bharatnatyam choreography Competition in Mumbai organized by Dadar – Matunga cultural center.

She is an important member of Kalavardhinisankul, a renowned group and has also performed in “Parikramaa” a renowned dance festival organized by Kalavardhini every year. Her dance choreography in Kalidasa’s ‘Meghadoot’ was recognized and acclaimed by critiques. She has been a worthy participant in workshops conducted by Rama Vaidyanathan.

She has accompanied Dr. Sucheta Chapekar in many lecture demonstrations. Along with the conventional teaching, Her approach towards dance presentation is sensitive as well as intellectual and is trading ahead on the path of Bharatnatyam journey with devotion and zeal.