Selvi. Nikita Venkateswaran
Selvi. Nikita Venkateswaran is a devoted student of esteemed Aacharya Smt. Ramya Shankaran, under whose guidance she began her Bharatanatyam journey seven years ago, since in third grade. Known among her family and friends for her positivity and uplifting spirit, Nikita Venkateswaran approaches every challenge with resilience and a strong sense of purpose. Her joyful energy and problem-solving mindset shine through in all areas of her life - on stage, in academic and within her community.
Currently a sophomore at High School North in New Jersey, Nikita Venkateswaran is a well-rounded individual who excels both academically and extracurricular. She is a member of her school’s field hockey team and actively participates in various academic clubs, demonstrating a remarkable ability to balance her diverse interests with discipline and dedication.
Nikita Venkateswaran’s dance journey has taken her to prestigious stages, including the Thyagaraja Festival in Cleveland, Carnegie Hall in New York, the ICMDA world-record event, the Philadelphia Mayor’s Office, and numerous local temples and cultural venues. In her pursuit of deeper knowledge, she is currently working toward completing the college-level SAMPADA certification in Bharatanatyam. Having already passed three of the four levels with distinction, she is now preparing for her final exam.
Beyond her artistic pursuits, Nikita is deeply committed to community service. She volunteers at her local library, Tamil school, and through her Girl Scouts troop, where she has earned both the Bronze and Silver Awards, completing over 100 hours of service. Her dedication was honored with a Certificate of Appreciation from the New Jersey State Legislature.
At her dance studio, Nikita generously gives back by assisting in teaching younger students, sharing her passion and love for Bharatanatyam. In her free time, she enjoys biking, swimming, spending time with friends, and exploring her academic interests. Nikita is profoundly grateful for the unwavering support of her aacharya, family, and community, who have played an integral role in shaping her into the dancer and individual she is today. As a solo artist, she envisions a brilliant future for her dance career. With all your blessings, she warmly looks forward to showcasing her reverence to dance and strives to be an excellent exponent the dance form. On this auspicious occasion, Kumari Nikita respectfully seeks the blessings of her esteemed her aacharya, family, friends and well-wishers.
The Mentor
Aacharya Smt.Ramya Shankaran
Aacharya Smt. Ramya Shankaran, an accomplished Bharatanatyam and Mohiniyattam artist, choreographer, and teacher, brings over 30 years of expertise, blending tradition with contemporary relevance. With a deep-rooted passion for classical dance. Smt. Ramya has trained under prestigious aacharyas and holds a Master’s degree in Bharatanatyam. Her artistry not only honors the grace and discipline of these ancient dance forms but also incorporates modern ideas, making them relevant in today’s world. Through her innovative performances, workshops, and teachings, Smt. Ramya inspires dancers to explore their artistic potential while bridging tradition with contemporary Smt.Ramya guide you on a transformative journey expression. of dance, where the past and present seamlessly intertwine. Her educational journey in dance culminated in a Master’s degree in Bharatanatyam and diplomas in Mohiniyattam and Yoga. Throughout her career, she has been fortunate to receive recognition for her dedication and talent. Titles such as “KALA VICHARANA” by National Ethnic Arts Inc and Margazhi in San Francisco for performing and being part of the 4th Annual Margazhi in San Francisco Music and Dance Festival. “Natya Shree Mala,” “NaadanaKalabhooshan,” and “Nrithya Vilasini” stand as testaments to my commitment. The “Bharat Gaurav Samman 2019” from Sanskriti Bharath, New Delhi, acknowledges her contributions to the field of dance and remains a cherished honor.
Invitation
Smt.Padmavathi K & Shri.Vivekananda Venkateswaran S & Pramitha Venkateswaran take immense pleasure in inviting you with family & friends to grace the occasion of the Bharathanatyam Arangetram of
Selvi. Nikita Venkateswaran
Grand daughter of
AKV. Kesavan (Late) & V.Amsaveni
R.Sannasi (Late) & A.Mangayarkarasi
Disciple of Aacharya Smt.Ramya Shankaran
Sunday, August 17 th 2025
3 p.m. Onwards
Rasika Ranjani Sabha, Mylapore, Chennai.
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