Padma Subramaniam

About

Internationally renowned Indian classical dancer specialized in the Bharatanatyam style.

Before Fame

She trained at the dance school established by her father, later studying under Guru Vazhuvoor Ramaiah Pillai, one of South India's best known performers.

Trivia

She pioneered the Pushpanjali dance, and as a choreographer popularized many techniques commonplace in Indian dance.

Family Life

Her father K. Subramaniam was a well-regarded filmmaker, and her mother a composer and songwriter.

Associated With

She and Aditi Rao Hydari were two of India's best known bharatnatyam dancers.