A poetic ode to Telangana

The iconic Golconda Fort was a perfect setting for performer Deepika Reddy when she spoke heritage through dance.

“In a rare of sorts, Golconda was the venue for Jayaho Colconda & Telangana Vaibhavam Cultural programme,” said Padma Rajgopal, Chairperson of FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO), Hyderabad Chapter.

Eminent dancer, choreographer, one of the leading exponents of the Kuchipudi Art from in the present times along with her 25 disciples presented beautifully conceptualised and specially choregraphed thematic dance pieces.

The 300 plus audience were taken on an exhilarating journey showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Hyderabad and Telangana with the magnificient backdrop of Golconda Fort.

“Jayaho Golconda” an ode to the ruler of Golconda, Abul Hasan Taneshah followed by “Telangana Vaibhavam”, a thematic presentation showcasing historic tourist and pilgrimage destinations and poets of Telangana.

The item depicted an episode where Taneshah witnessed a performance by artistes of this style. He was so enthralled by the rhythm and beauty of the dance and the skillful presentation by the artistes, that he instantly gave them the village of Kuchipudi as a gift. The lyrics therefore in essence—hailed the ruler of Golconda.

The second part of the performance which lasted for 33 minutes was Telangana Vaibhavam. It was written by Vaddepalli Krishna, Music Composition and vocal by eminent musician Sri DSV Sastry and Deepika Reddy conceptualised and choreographed and directed the program.

Her disciples who danced along with her include Sudhir Rao as Tanisha, Surendranath, Shobha Reddy, Ritika, Harika, Vinita, Chetana, Prerana Reddy, Keerthana and others.

Deepika Reddy is one of the leading exponents of the Kuchipudi art form in the present times. She is a renowned dancer, choreographer, guru and cultural ambassador, Padma informed.