Femme Forward29 Aug 2025

Dancing Through Destiny: Shivani Varma’s Journey from Tradition to Global Stages

From the roots of Kathak tradition to performing on global stages, Shivani Varma’s journey is a story of courage, culture, and creative freedom.

In this inspiring episode of Femme Forward, host Smriti Agarwal sits down with Shivani Varma—a disciple of the legendary Pandit Birju Maharaj—who is reshaping classical dance for today’s world.

Shivani opens up about:
✅ Balancing tradition and innovation in Indian classical dance
✅ Facing community pressure while building her own bold style
✅ Performing at the 2010 Commonwealth Games & at A.R. Rahman’s daughter’s wedding
✅ The emotional & spiritual side of being a woman artist
✅ Advice for young creators struggling with self-doubt and identity

This episode is soulful, strong, and unforgettable—perfect for anyone who loves art, culture, women empowerment, and personal storytelling.

📌 Watch the full video podcast on YouTube: Dancing Through Destiny – Shivani Varma

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🎤 Host: Smriti Agarwal (@smritiagarwal96)
👤 Guest: Shivani Varma (@shivani__varma_dances)

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The views, opinions, and statements expressed in this podcast are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, the production team, or any affiliated individuals or organizations. This podcast is intended for informational and discussion purposes only. Listener discretion is advised.

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