Kuchipudi has been part of my life since I was 6 years old. Influenced by my mom, who herself is an excellent Kuchipudi dancer, and by teachers across India and Seattle, I fell in love with this great artform. I shared my passion through dance performances in Seattle Folklife Festival, Bellevue Square Mall and several Indian cultural events across the Seattle area. In addition to building my mastery that culminates with a grand recital called Ranga Pravesam, I am also teaching several young students learn their first steps of this beautiful dance form.