![]() In order to imbibe the regional ethos, Bharati moved around in a widespread way in Kerala. In the due course she came to interact with several regional art forms and their characteristics and studied the 'desi' traditions of Kerala. To Bharathi Shivajii, Lasya, the feminine spirit has a special importance in Mohiniyattam dance form. This feminine spirit constitutes the quintessential part of Mohiniyattam. ![]() From the 14th century, the Ashtapadis have been sung in the temples of Kerala. Bharati as a consummate singer has journeyed to several temples in Kerala. During her journey, she has documented the unique musical tradition, which is known as sopanam. Bharathi Shivajii has been reckoned as the first dancer to unite into a whole the Geetha Govindam ashtapadis, which was sung in the Sopana tradition, into the Mohiniyattam repertoire. These all have added a new dimension to the art form. Bharathi has attempted to bring together the gurus of various schools of Mohiniyattam on a common platform. Several seminars, conferences, and workshops on Mohiniyattam have been conducted by her. Bharathi Shivaji is regarded as the Founder-Director of Centre for Mohiniattom. ![]() From Smt. Lalita Sastri, Bharati Shivaji has also obtained training in the Bharatanatyam. She has been widely acclaimed throughout Europe, Latin America, and Asia. Mohiniattam, performed by her is marked by uttermost grace and flexibility of movement. The distinctive characteristic of her Bharatanatyam is geometrical exactness and technical finesse. Bharati Shivaji is well known for the excogitations she has introduced. |