Posted on 9 June 2025:
Pareshti: A Dance Journey in Search of Meaning
In the heart of Bengaluru, an enchanting dance performance awaits art lovers and cultural enthusiasts.
Pareshti: In Search Of… presented by Shubham, A School of Performing Arts in Bengaluru promises to be a mesmerizing experience that brings tradition and innovation together. As part of the ‘Rasa monthly series’, this event promises to transport audiences into a world of rhythm, expression and emotion.
The stage at Medai, Kormangala, Bengaluru will come alive on 29th June 2025, from 11:00 AM to 01:00 PM, with the graceful movements of talented dancers. Their performances weave intricate tales of emotion and discovery, reflecting the beauty of Indian performing arts.
“Pareshti, In Search Of… is a homegrown masterpiece, blending movement and rhythm in a multidisciplinary dance production that defies convention. Choreographed by Vid. Bornalee Sarkar, this unique presentation flows to the beats of non-lyrical music, where dancers create rhythm with their bodies and feet, speaking a language beyond words,” says the organizers of the Pareshti.
In a mesmerizing fusion of movement and melody, Vid. Bornalee Sarkar’s choreography transcends language, weaving a narrative of pure rhythm and grace. With over four decades of dedication to Indian classical dance, Vid. Bornalee Sarkar brings a wealth of tradition and innovation, shaping artistry with every movement. Her journey, guided by the wisdom of revered masters, reflects in the soulful fluidity of her creations.
Bornalee Sarkar, a beacon of grace and artistic mastery, has devoted her life to the enchanting rhythms of Odissi and Kathak. With every movement, she weaves stories that transcend time, breathing life into productions like Ritu Ranga, Horikhela, Namaran, Vivriti and Vadya Nrutta, and many more. Her journey is not just a celebration of dance but a testament to its power in shaping culture and consciousness.
Beyond the stage, she lends her wisdom and compassion to the Samiksha Foundation, championing a noble cause that uplifts lives.
Through Shubham, her school of performing arts, Vid. Bornalee Sarkar nurtures the future of these classical traditions, ensuring their beauty thrives for generations to come.
Pareshti: The Endless Journey
Like a river carving its way through time and terrain, Pareshti is the unfolding story of human existence—searching, flowing, breaking, and reuniting. It speaks of life’s untamed currents, the longing to connect, the desire to love and be loved, the silent defiance against familiar paths, and the inevitable embrace of transformation.
“Maybe take birth again somewhere else or maybe right there… as does the river rise from the mountains to flow into the sea. Always in search of…….”
Inspired by the evocative music of Shri Subrata De, this masterpiece resonates with the timeless rhythm of the human soul.
“The soulful composition by renowned sitarist, Pandit Subrata De, breathes life into this extraordinary vision, making the performance a celebration of pure artistic expressions,” organizers added.
Pandit Subrata De, a highly esteemed Hindustani Classical and devotional Sitarist, has dedicated his life to the soulful pursuit of Indian music. A graded artist of AIR, he is not only a celebrated performer but also a passionate mentor, shaping the next generation of musicians. His vision took form through Swaranjali, Delhi—a sanctuary for budding artists, where tradition meets innovation. With unwavering commitment, he plays a vital role in steering various institutions of Hindustani Classical music, serving as both educator and facilitator.
“Adding to the prestige of the event, the renowned sitarist, Pandit Subrata De himself will grace the audience with his presence, making this moment even more special,” says the organizers of the program.
The ensemble of gifted dancers—Abha B, Adrita Ganguli, Alok Bina Mohanty, Debanita Chatterjee, Haripriya P, Karthikapriya P, Sayantan Sengupta, Shanavaz Kulab, Shomrita Mandal, Sushweta Maharana, Swadha Singh, and Triya Sarkar and enriched by the dynamic Script & Lights designing artistry of Mitanker Das Sarkar—breathe life into this journey, embodying the pulse of the river, the whispers of the wind, and the eternal search for meaning.
“Pareshti: Human life flowing in a course like that of a river….. that connect, grow, flow, tumble, roar, explore, widen, narrow down, resemble each other, break away, want to love, want to be loved, find their course, forbid known paths….unite through death.”
