474K views · 6.6K shares | History of Kalakshetra, cultural academy dedicated to the preservation of traditional values in Indian art and crafts, especially in the field of Bharatanatyam. | World of Bharatanatyam | Facebook

A 13-year-old girl from China scripted history as she performed Bharatanatyam "Arangetram" in her country. This is a major milestone in the journey of the ancient Indian dance form that is gaining popularity in the neighbouring country. Lei Muzi, the young dancer, made her solo debut earlier this week in front of an esteemed audience that included the renowned Bharatanatyam exponent Leela Samson, Indian diplomats, and several other Chinese admirers of the art form | Navtarang