At the forefront of the new generation of Bharatanatyam dancers, " Dr. Janaki Rangarajan represents the future of the ancient art form. Being a firm believer in maintaining the integrity of tradition, Janaki explores her creativity without compromising on the classicism of the dance form.
Critics around the world have given her rave reviews and described Janaki as an "absolutely brilliant performer", "one of the best today," "stunning" and "exemplary". The New York Times hailed her performance as a "spellbinder."
Janaki is the co-founder of Kalashraya, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and protection of Indian classical arts. Through an annual dance event, "Arpana," Janaki raises funds to support various deserving organizations.
As a teacher, Janaki devotes time and energy into developing a new generation of dancers who are dedicated to Bharatanatyam.