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Kelucharan Mohapatra: the undisputed master
by Sharon Lowen, New Delhi
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April 14, 2004


Kelubabu, as the great Padma Vibhushan Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra was respectfully called by audiences and students around the world, was one of the most distinguished figures of the past century in the revival of classical Indian performing arts.

He passed away at the age of 78 on April 7th in Bhubaneswar as the undisputed master performing artist, choreographer, teacher, and percussionist (pakhawaj) of Odissi Dance. All of us who knew him or saw his performance were enriched by magical interpretations of an inner world of spiritual beauty and truth.

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He was the embodiment of the transformative power of Indian classical performing arts.

The humble, slight man offstage, balding and even missing teeth, transformed into an enchanting maiden as Radha in the Geeta Govinda or the powerfully moving devotional Boatman of the Ramayana.

The stage became a sacred space when he set foot upon i