Purna Tilakam was her real middle name. Her art symbolised it. Born to a totally non-dance family of Madanapalle, Andhra, she became a benchmark in and of Bharatanatyam. The form can be divided into two broad phases: before Yamini and after Yamini. Everyone before her faded when she came on professional stage and everyone after her tried to copy her eye make-up, her blouse fan and her mannerisms, pout, spout and all. She was the first prima donna, if India ever had one. Read more in the site
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So well written . You brought Her diva personality to life . It was her performance my father went to and sent me off to Kalakshtra. But you are right there can only be One yamini.
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ReplyDeleteBlessed to know about an artiste so genuine and passionate.lots to learn from her.we could get a glimpse of her life by reading this.thank u sir
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely tribute Ashishji!
ReplyDeleteHowever much we think we know the great Yamini Krishnamurthy, reading about every facet of her gets us to know more of the greats!
What a piece. Only Ashish Anna can write!
ReplyDeleteShe sent me a defamation notice once in 2001 saying I had made her 70 in my book on BN when she was only 69!
ReplyDeleteThis line is a symbol of her boldness that how someone can be fearless of anything despite the count has increased by 1 year only...
My humble bow to such a noble and bold soul we all had... You will be Missed forever Guru Yamini.
So beautifully penned ,a beautiful tribute Ashish ji . you shared so precious moments and her persona unknown to all . I ve never seen her dancing ,but a lot admiration and fan love. Pranams.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful article and so well written! I am so happy to know you knew her so well and that your relationship survived some ups and downs. It shows her greatness and your humility and large hearted was, both commendable . Thanks you for sharing this so soon after this huge loss .
ReplyDeleteBeautifully penned Ashish ji. What an artist!
ReplyDeleteShe lives on inspiring dancers for eternity. Praying for that great soul's atmashanti.