Pranavi Pinisetti, a prodigious classical dancer from Vishakapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, has already made significant waves in the world of dance at the tender age of 12. With over 230 classical dance performances under her belt, Pranavi’s talent and dedication have earned her numerous accolades both nationally and internationally.
Pranavi embarked on her dance journey at just six years old, choosing to specialize in the classical dance form of Kuchipudi. Her passion for dance was evident from an early age as she began performing at various prestigious events across India. She has graced stages in almost all states, including Cuttack, Maharashtra, Kolkata, Bangalore, Chennai, and Telangana. Additionally, her performances have been witnessed in some of India’s most revered temples such as Shirdi, Srisailam, Bhadrachalam, Annavaram, Vijayawada, Vijaynagarm, Simhachalam, and Iskcon temples in Bangalore and Vizag.
Pranavi’s talent has not only been recognized in India but has also been celebrated on international platforms. She was the winner at the Thailand Cultural Conclave 2024 and received the prestigious Natya Thilakam Puraskar in Malaysia. Her accolades include the Uga Siri Award from the Ugam Bali Utsav, and numerous other awards like the Pradam Keerthi Puraskar from the Sanskritika Kalakshetra International Cultural Organisation in Chennai.
At the Karnataka Nitya Niranthara Dance Festival, she was honored with the Nrityangana Award, and at the Satya Bhama Yuga Nrityotsav in Vishakapatnam, she received the Satya Bhama Bala Puraskarm. One of her most notable achievements is being placed in the Guinness World Records during the Telangana Kuchipudi Kala Vaibhavam Mahabrunda Natyam 2023. She has also received a plethora of other awards including the Bharat Nandi, Natraj Award, Natya Kala Nandi, Gajalakshmi Award, Garuda Excellence Award, Natya Saugandhi, Swarna Mayuri, Abhinaya Nritya Bharathi, Dr. Akkineni Pratibha Puraskar, Natya Kovmudi, and the International Honorable Award 2024.
Beyond the accolades, Pranavi’s commitment to her art form shines through her every performance, each of which tells a story of dedication, precision, and the love of dance. She has also been recognized with the National Pride Award, International Achievers Award, and the Pride of Bharat Award, underscoring her impact on the cultural fabric of the arts not just in India, but globally. Her name has even been recorded in the USA Book of World Records, adding to her impressive list of achievements.
As Pranavi continues her journey in the world of classical dance, her early successes herald a promising future. She stands as a beacon of talent and perseverance, inspiring young artists everywhere to pursue their passions with vigor and heart.
