Birju Maharaj

Birju Maharaj (1938–2022) was an Indian dancer, choreographer and singer.

Also recorded as Brij Mohan Nath Mishra; Pandit Birju Maharaj.

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Overview

Born at Lucknow in 1938, died at Delhi in 2022.

In detail

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are hindustani classical.

Distinctions recorded are Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, Padma Vibhushan, Fellow of the Sangeet Natak Akademi and National Film Award for Best Choreography.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Birju Maharaj”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q2723731: Birju Maharaj

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