The Draupadi Phenomenon Team

The Draupadi Phenomenon is brought to life by an exceptional company of dancers whose diverse artistic backgrounds enrich this powerful production. Each performance combines the touring ensemble with talented local artists, creating a unique collaboration in every city.

“Dance is not merely movement—it is the living voice of timeless stories.”
~ Guru Sanchita Bhattacharya

Featured Artists

Touring Ensemble

Boston Ensemble

Featured Artists

Sanchita Bhattacharya

Artistic Director • Choreographer

Guru Sanchita Bhattacharya is an internationally acclaimed Odissi exponent whose visionary choreography has redefined classical dance for more than four decades. Her performances have earned worldwide recognition for their artistic excellence and powerful storytelling.

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Pallavi Nagesha

Presenter • Principal Artist

Founder and Artistic Director of Bhūmikā Arts, Pallavi Nagesha is an accomplished Bharatanatyam dancer dedicated to sharing the beauty of Indian classical dance through performance, education, and community engagement. Her work brings together artistic excellence and meaningful cultural storytelling.

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Touring Ensemble

The Touring Ensemble represents artists from California, Texas, Ohio, and Massachusetts, reflecting the collaborative spirit of The Draupadi Phenomenon across the United States.

Sneha Acharya

San Jose, CA

With over 25 years of training in Bharatanatyam, Bharatanrityam, and Odissi, Sneha Gopalakrishna Acharya is an accomplished performer, choreographer, and teacher. Her artistry blends classical tradition with expressive storytelling and a passion for nurturing the next generation of dancers.

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Ishika Majumder

Columbus, OH

An emerging Odissi dancer and producer, Ishika Majumder combines rigorous classical training with a passion for collaborative performance and cultural leadership. She is dedicated to advancing the Odissi tradition through both performance and community engagement.

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Simantini Mitra-Behura

Houston, TX

A Houston-based Odissi dancer, Simantini Mitra-Behura has performed as both a soloist and ensemble artist at prestigious festivals in India, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Her performances reflect a deep commitment to classical excellence and artistic growth.

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Upasana Kumar

Cleaveland, OH

Upasana Kumar is a dancer trained in Rabindra Nritya and Bharatanatyam, passionate about celebrating India’s rich cultural heritage through dance. She has performed across India and the United States, North American Bengali Conference (NABC). She currently serves as Cultural Secretary of Antorik, promoting Indian arts and culture in the Pittsburgh community.

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Samrat Ghosh

Boston, MA

A Kolkata-born Bharatanatyam dancer, Samrat Ghosh combines a strong foundation in classical dance with extensive stage performance experience. He recently performed at the North American Bengali Conference (NABC), one of the largest Bengali cultural gatherings in North America. He plays the challenging role of Shikhandi in this performance.

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Rohan Rastogi

Boston, MA

Rohan Rastogi, a theater artist joins the ensemble in the pivotal role of Arjuna.

Boston Ensemble

The Boston Ensemble brings together accomplished local dancers who join the touring company for the New England presentation. We are also joined by the next generation of Youth Artists learning classical dance at Bhūmikā Arts and other schools in Greater Boston.