Author: Ram Krishnamani Date: June 2, 2025
3M With Shantha – Mobile App and Book Launch in Colombo, Sri Lanka
Welcome to a special broadcast of 3M With Shantha, where culture meets meaning, memory, and movement. In this exclusive episode, Shantha takes the audience to Colombo, where the 30th Anniversary of Shriram Shristi School of Bharatanatyam, founded by Dr. Suryakala, was celebrated with grandeur.
At the heart of the event was the launch of the book and mobile app Shall We Dance — a groundbreaking tribute to Bharatanatyam, bridging ancient tradition with digital innovation.
The highlight of the evening was a mesmerizing dance drama on Kannagi and Madhavi, performed by the school’s senior students with breathtaking choreography.
Shantha described the atmosphere as electric, with each movement narrating tales from the Sangam era. Chief Guest Ram took the stage with a passionate address, underscoring the need to preserve and promote classical arts in the modern age.
Dr. Suryakala’s team acknowledged the blessings and mentorship of senior dance gurus, Gitanjali and Dharunya, who had shaped many students’ journeys. The auditorium was filled to capacity — dancers, dignitaries, parents, and art lovers united in reverence and celebration.
Four television channels covered the event live, amplifying its cultural impact across Sri Lanka and beyond. Shantha closed the podcast promising more such moments of inspiration on 3M With Shantha, where the past and future of Indian dance converge.
