Posted on 9 July 2025:
Sriparna Bose — A Shining Star of Odissi Dance and Graceful Storytelling
SRIPARNA BOSE, A GIFTED ARTIST WITH A HEART DEEPLY ROOTED IN TRADITION, IS CELEBRATED FOR HER VERSATILITY AS A DANCER, HER THOUGHTFUL VISION AS A CHOREOGRAPHER AND HER UNWAVERING PATIENCE AS A TEACHER.
On the sacred occasion of Guru Purnima, renowned Odissi exponent Sriparna Bose reflects with graceful depth on her decades-long artistic journey—a tribute to tradition, devotion and the timeless bond between guru and disciple.
Sriparna Bose’s artistic journey in Odissi began under the loving mentorship of Guru Muralidhar Majhi and blossomed under the renowned guidance of Sangeet Natak Akademi Awardee Guru Aloka Kanungo. She is still moving forward under the guidance of Guru Aloka Kanungo.
“Guru Muralidhar Majhi lit the first lamp of Odissi in Kolkata —and its brilliance still dances in the devotion of his disciples,” says renowned Sriparna Bose.
“Born on 13 April 1945 in the serene village of Sabulia, Odisha, Guru Muralidhar Majhi rose from humble beginnings to become a revered legend in the world of Odissi dance. Encouraged by his early mentors, Guru Arjun Sahoo and Guru Bauribandhu Sahoo, he began with the traditional Gotipua style before dedicating himself fully to classical Odissi. After losing his father at a young age, his journey led him to Bhubaneswar, where he studied with distinction under great masters like Guru Pankaj Charan Das and Guru Devaprasad Das. His grace, discipline, and love for the art earned him the esteemed title of Nrityacharya.
Today, his legacy shines brightly in every rhythm and movement passed down through the Guru-Shishya tradition,” Sriparna Bose remembers him as the soul who turned rhythm into legacy.
As a senior disciple and devoted member of Shinjan Nrityalaya, Sriparna brings depth and soul to every performance. With a Master’s degree in Odissi Dance from Rabindra Bharati University, where she earned First Class Second Rank, her academic brilliance reflects the same dedication that she brings to the stage.
“I completed my B.Sc. in Eco-Science under the University of Calcutta in 1994, but my heart moved to rhythm. By 1997, I had earned my Bachelor’s with special honors in Odissi Dance from Rabindra Bharati University—and in 1999, I stepped further into grace with a Master’s in the same art. Dance didn’t just become my discipline—it became my journey.” — Sriparna Bose
Her artistry is not just movement — it is a timeless dance of culture, devotion and expression.
A Journey Graced by Recognition and Artistic Excellence
From early acclaim to national honors, Sriparna Bose’s artistic journey reflects a life devoted to excellence in classical dance. Her deep commitment was first recognized with top accolades at cultural festivals such as the Student Youth Festival (1995), Calcutta Festival (1996) and Rashtriya Youth Festival (1996). Her graceful presence captured hearts and earned her the prestigious National Scholarship from the Ministry of Human Resource Development in 1998.
Decades later, she was honored with the Senior Fellowship from the Centre for Cultural Resources and Training (2021–2022), a mark of her enduring contribution to Indian arts.
She has mesmerized audiences across India and abroad through solo and group performances, and shared her artistry as a casual artist with the Song & Drama Division of the Government of India.
Honoured by Legacy — A Dancer Adorned with Grace
Sriparna Bose’s artistic path is lit with honours that reflect her unwavering devotion to the classical arts. From the prestigious Swarabitan Samman in 2012 to the soulful recognition of the Tribhanga Kala Samorpan Award in 2018, each accolade celebrates a chapter in her evolving journey.
In 2022, the Guru Nilachakra Samman affirmed her place among the finest torchbearers of Odissi tradition.
Most recently, in 2025, she was presented the revered Nachuni Samprada Samman by the Guru Pankaj Charan Das Odissi Research Foundation — a tribute not only to her artistry but to the quiet strength and cultural richness she carries with every movement. She received the award from renowned Odissi dance exponent Padma Shri Durga Charan Ranbir.
Each honour is more than a medal — it is a melody of legacy, earned through years of discipline and graceful dedication.
Nurturing the Future, Honouring the Past — The Vision of AHABAN
With a heart full of devotion and a mind rich in artistry, Sriparna Bose founded AHABAN — a sanctuary of dance where tradition meets growth. Under her nurturing guidance, the institute has already kindled young brilliance, with her student receiving the Junior National Scholarship from CCRT, Ministry of Culture.
Nurtured by the visionary grace of Sriparna Bose, AHABAN has now evolved into “Kalindi Ahaban Cultural Association”—carrying its legacy forward with timeless elegance and renewed spirit.
Sriparna’s vision extends beyond pedagogy; she curated the Alok Murali Festival to honour her revered Gurus, Muralidhar Majhi and Aloka Kanungo — a heartfelt tribute to the lineage that shaped her.
Her choreographic brilliance shines in renditions of Rabindranath Tagore’s iconic works like Chandalika, Balmiki Pratibha, and Chitrangada, where every movement carries a whisper of poetry, philosophy and truth. Through AHABAN, she doesn’t just teach dance — she plants seeds of cultural legacy that will bloom for generations.
Recognized not only for her artistry but also for her discerning eye, Sriparna Bose has been invited by esteemed institutions to serve as a judge in prestigious Odissi dance evaluations.
With grace and wisdom, she uplifts young talents, offering not just scores — but inspiration.
