Star Choreographer -Classical Maestro
NatyakalaVisarada K.V.Satyanarayana
A Sensation in Classical Choreography on the Silver ScreenKuchipudi, that Indian classical dance for that has captivated the entire world is the overwhelming passion of K.V. Satyanarayana. Honored with the title Natyakala Visarada, he a world renowned Kuchipudi dancer, choreographer, lyricist and composer from India. Pursuing his career with the devotion and dedication to his muse, he has won innumerable accolades and unrivaled appreciation for his brilliant compositions and rendition in choreography, dance direction Commended for his gifted mastery over Kuchipudi. He was a dance director for some acclaimed and award winning Indian movies such as "Sruthilayalu","Swarnakamalam", "Suthradharulu", and "Swathikiranam". In 1988 he won the prestigious Nandi Award given by the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, for choreographing the movie, "Sruthilayalu". In 1989 and 1990 he won the Bharath muni Award.
He was honored with Prestigious “Kalaratana” Hamsa Award By A.P. State Government.
He was felicitated with Excellence Awards by European Telugu Association UK, London Telugu Association U.K, Singapore Telugu Association Singapore, Balaji Temple Chicago USA, Canada Telugu association Toronto,Telugu Association New Jersey USA North Texas Telugu Association Dallas USA and awarded with “Natyakala Thapasvi“ by North Texes Telugu Association USA. Dr.Mangalampalli Bala Murali Krishna Founder of Veepanchi at Chennai felicitated him with "Natya Kala Veepanchi" title.
He was appointed as "Asthana Natyacharya" for the Sri Laskhmi Narayana Temple of Youngstown, Ohio & for the Sri Shirdi Saibaba Temple of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania USA. He was Asthana Vidwan for Kanchi Kamakoti peetam, Pujya Sri Ganapati Sachchitanada Swamiji at Sri Dattapettam of Mysore felicitated him with"Asthana Vidwan" title and Viswayogi Pujya sri Viswamji Swamiji also felicitated with Asthana Vidwan titel. KVS felicitated by Pujya swamiji of Vadhurupaka Sri God with Asthana Vidwan Award. He has been touring the United States since 1989, giving performances & teaching at various places.
Amukthamalayada Tele Film: He was directed and presented Amukthamalayada in Doordarsan .He was directed and produced "Amukthamalayada" tele serial for SriVenkateswra Bhakti channel
A shining star in the glittering galaxy of classical dance he is unequaled in imparting his immense talent to a stream of disciples who consider themselves fortunate to be under his tutelage.
A Classical Genius- Inspiring Generation next.
Supremely talented, utterly devoted to his art, the dance from of Kuchipudi, Sri K.V. Satyanarayana, with a desire to impart his knowledge to aspiring future artistes, established a premier institute of dance, the "Sri Satya Kuchipudi and Janapada Nritya Academy, which offers the best training in the disciplines of classical and folk dance. His name and fame has not only been confined to India, he is proud of his immense following and innumerable disciples all over the world. Ever since 1989, he has been visiting and touring the Unites States, captivating audiences with his performances and coaching many eager disciples in classical dance in many canters across the United States like New Jersey, Cleveland,
Youngstown, Lubbock, Valparaiso, Chicago, Fairmont, Detroit, Ocala, Tampa, Dallas, Fort worth, New Mexico, Midland Kansas City, Joplin, Saginaw, Milwaukee, Austin, Washington DC ,U.K and nearer home, in Singapore. He was very fortunate to start his first dance class in New Jersey, USA, at the Padmi Dance Institution. This was an incredible privilege indeed since this institution was organized by the famous and talented film actress as well one of India‟s most eminent dancers, Smt. Padmini Ramachandran. He considered himself to be extremely lucky and honored to teach the great dancer herself, a few items of Kuchipudi. Smt Padmini had immense appreciation of KVS‟s gift in teaching dance and she displayed this regard for his talent by coming down to Eluru, to attend and participate in a felicitation function in honour of KVS, organized by the Jaycees Club.
Ace Choreography- A Fountain of Creativity
He has produced and choreographed many dance ballets in Kuchipudi style like " "Amukthamalyada" the story of Sri Krishna Devaraya the king of Vijayanagara, " Pancha Kavya"- 5 entrancing stories of important Kavyas, " Kalarachana" , the story about time, " Pancha Kanya" captivating short stories about five heroic women " Draupadi, Sita, Mandodari, Thara and Ahalya, which were written by Famous poet Dr.Rallabandi Kavitha Prasad " Mahishasura Mardini" the story of the powerful Goddess " Adiparashakthi"; "Mohini Bhasmasura" the enduring epic story of how Mohini saves Lord Shiva from Bhasmasura; " Buddham Sharanam Gacchami" the story of Gautama Buddha; " Alamelumanga Viabhavam", the story of Goddess Alamelumanga; "Ram Kadha", the enchanting story of Lord Sri Rama and " Sri Anjaneyam" the inspiring story of Hanuman which were written by KVS him self and " Sri Datta Gadha" the wondrous story of Lord Dattatreya written by Pujaya Sri Ganapati Sachchitanada Swamiji ;. His versatile repertoire also comprises of several performances as a theatre artist where he has skillfully donned the role of the heroine in social dramas like "Chilakottu Chittamma", "Nirmala", "Sikander", "Palli Training", Urummadi Brathukulu", "Sipochindi Natakam" and "Athudhavullu Vastunnaru" As the crowning glory , he won the Best Actress Award in inter collegiate drama competition as Hindu College Guntur.
Honored with Prestigious Titles –Decorated with Distinctions
Illuminating the world of classical dance both on the silver screen and across the globe, Sri K.V. Sataynarayana, has been adorned with titles and priceless decorations for his unparalleled talent and performances. He was honoured with the title of "Natyakalvisarada" by Pravasandhra Navya Kala Parishad, Kharagpur, West Bengal, “Natyakala Thapaswi” by Taxes Telugu Association Dallas USA,"Kalaswathi" by Young Men‟s Hindu Association, "Adarsha Kala Murthy, by Adarsha Kala Niketan. He was offered „Kanakabhishekam‟, (a decoration of golden flowers on the head) at Nuzveedu. His dancing feet were decorated with "Gandapenderam" (a golden anklet) by Indian Association of Imphal, Manipur State. His graceful wrists were decorated with "Swarna Kanakam" (a golden bracelet) at Youngstown, Ohio, USA, and by Krishna Mahotsav Committee at Machilipatnam. Receiving divine blessings and praise from many venerated spiritual leaders; he has been felicitated by Jagathguru, his holiness Sri Jayendra Sarswathi Swamiji and his holiness Sri Sankara
Vijayendra Saraswathi Swamiji of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam. Parampujya Sri Ganapathi Sachindananda Swamiji of Mysore belonging to the Sri Datta Peetam, presented him with a bracelet and a gold chain. Pujya Sri Ganapati Sachchitananda Swamiji at Sri Dattapeetham of Mysore felicitated him with "Asthana Vidhwan" title.Pujya Viswayogi Viswamji Swamiji felicitated him at Durga Temple Wasington DC and Swamiji awarded him with “AsthanaVidwan” at viswayogi asramam on the occasion of Swamiji Birthday. He was felicitated by Hampi Sankaracharaya Sri Vidhyaranya swamiji and by Kurthalam Sankarcharaya Sri Sidhaswara bharti Swamiji, Sri Dr. Balagangadharanatha Maha swamiji & Sri Prakashnath swamiji of Adhichuchuna giri trust Vijayanagar Banglore and Sri Swaroopanandha Swamiji of Visakapatanam KVS felicitated by Pujya swamiji of Vadhurupaka Sri God with Asthana Vidwan Awarad, Swami Brahmanada saraswati Swaiji of Andhrasramam New York USA. He was appointed as "Asthana Natyacharya" for the Sri Lakshmi Narayana Temple of Youngstown, Ohio, and for the Shri Shirdi Saibaba Temple of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, USA.
Divinely gifted, infinitely talented and immeasurably admired by his vast following of devoted disciples, Sri K.V Satyanarayana is a Kuchipudi luminary beyond compare, emanating a radiance that shines across the globe.
Repertoire of Brilliance – Outstanding Original Compositions
The rhythms and cadence of Kuchipudi, run through his veins and his compositions are spellbindingly beautiful and distinctly original. He has to his credit several wonderful scores prominent among which are his most popular Dance Audio Casette Releases "Kuchipudi Natya Sowrabhalu Part-1", songs composed by him, released by HMV Recording Company and the sequel, "Kuchipudi Natya Sowrabhalu, Part 2" was released by Supreme Recording Company. "Kuchipudi Suma Sowrabhalu Part 1 & 2", traditional Kuchipudi songs were released by Bharathamuni Arts Academy. He has also authored many dance scripts like Sivaleelalu, Sivathandavam, Sri Rajagopala, Anjani Suthudu, Dwaraka Tirumal Sri Venkateswara Swami Pavalimpu seva, Nrusimha Kalyanam,, Mohini Bhasmasura, Alamelu Manga Viabhavam, Sri Anjaneyam, Buddham Saranam Gacchami, Vishnu Leelalu, Ganesh Vandhanam , Mahishasura Mardini, "Bramara Vijayam", and coaicl themes like "Vengi Vaiabhavam", "Dr. B.R. Ambedkar" and "Mallika" a folk dance ballet.
He has authored and released delightfully interesting books like "Mallika" Folk Dance Ballet and some folk songs.
Abroad:
In his illustrious pursuits of the muse of dance, music and melody, he has traveled extensively all over the world. A powerhouse of energy he has visited that USA 23 times and still counting, 6 times to the United Kingdom, twice to Canada, and Netherlands, France, Belgium, Sri Lanka. Dubai and Korea, besides 6 visits to Singapore.
Distinguished Positions & Prestige Bestowed
Sri K.V.Satyanarayana hold well deserved leadership positions in several prestigious cultural organizations and academies. As an organizer par excellence, he is the President of the Sri Satya Kuchipudi & Janapada Nritya Academy, Sri Ganganamma Vari Devasthanam, and KVS Trust. He holds the premier designation of Director in Sri Satya Kuchipudi Dance Academy U.S.A. and Vice President of Sahitya Mandali. He is the General Secretary of Y.H.M.A. He is also the Hon‟ble President of Sri Ramalayam & Sri Gowri Davi devsthanam and program committee member of South Zone Cultural center Thanajavur and member West Godavari Cultural Council. Striving with dynamic zeal to etch the future of Kuchipudi and classical and folk dances on a global canvas, he has achieved commendable success in fulfilling his dream.
Felicitations to treasure-From Eminent Leaders
He was felicitated by Former President of India Sri R Venkatraman, A.P. State Chief Minister Dr. N.T. Rama Rao,
He was awarded with Vesista Puraskaram by A.P. State Government by Chief Minister Dr. Rajasekhara Reddy on the occasion of Ugadi 2008.
Dr. Mangalampalli Balamuralikrishna, Founder of Veepanchi at Chennai felicitated him with "Natya Kala Veepanchi" title.
He was felicitated by Hon‟ble Chief Minister Dr. Y.S. Rajsekhara Reddy, at A.P. Formation Day Celebrations at New Delhi,and by Dr. T. Subbiramireddy, Central Minister for Indian Republic at Bangalore .He was felicitated by Smt. Renuka Chowdary, Central Minister at Nizamabad- Sri P Upendra, Central Minister for Indian Republic and Sri GVG Krishnamurthy, Joint Election Commissioner. Sri Chakarapani, Chairman, A.P. Legislative Council, Dr. K. Rosaiah, Minister for Andhra Pradesh, D.Srinvasulu, State Minister, Dr.Geeta Reddy Minister for Andhra Pradesh, Sri Mandali Buddaparasad, Minister for Andhra Pradesh, Sri Nadikuditi Narashmha Rao State minister, Sri Kotagiri Vidhyadhara Rao, State Minister, Sri Maganti Venkateswara Rao, Minister for Andhra Pradesh, Sri Pilli Subhash Chandra Bose, Minister for Andhra Pradesh, Sri Bostha Satyanarayana, Minister for Andhra Pradesh and Sri D. Srinivas, Minister for Andhra Pradesh Sri Yarra Narayana Swami Z.P.Chairman, Sri Kokirigadda Jay raj Z.P.chairman, Sri Karumuru Nageswara Rao Z.P Chairman Sri Kukkala Nageswara Rao Z.P.Chairman, Mrs.Bostha jansi Rani Z.P.Chairman, Sri Kavuri Sambha siva rao M.P, Sri K. B.Sudda Rao M.P., Dr.C. Narayana Reddy, Sri Dharmavarpu Subrahmnayam, Dr. M.S.Reddy, Dr. Kavitha Prasad, Dr. Manjulatah, Dr.Dronappa, sri Jandhyala, Lakshmiaraya IAS Sri. Ajay kallam IAS, Sri Arja Srikanth, Sri Sanjay Bharghav IAS, Dr.Challappa IAS, Sri Sanjay Jaju IAS, Sri Ramanjanayly,Sri Love Agarwal IAS,Dr.Boiena Venkatewswara Rao IAS, Sri Durga Das IAS, Sri R.V.Ramana Murthy Chairman A.P.Cultural councile, Dr.Kantha Rao, and Kalthapasvi K.Viswanadh. He was honored with "Samikya Bharati Gowrav Satkar" Award by Delhi Telugu Academy, with Excellence Awards by U.K.Telugu Association Burmigham U.K, London Telugu association U.K, Texes Telugu association Dallas, New Jersey Telugu Association New Jersey, Balji Temple Chicago, Sri Lakshmi Narya temple Youngstown USA,Toronto Telugu Association Toronto Canada and by Singapore Telugu Association Singapore.
Felicitations received from:
Patna Telugu association, Bharatha muni Arts Academy, Berhampur Telugu association, Nasik Telugu Association ,Ojhar sankranthi celebrations committee, A.P. Information center New Delhi, Rasi
ka Ranjani Sabha Tiruchi , Kalasagar Chennai, International Hindu School Varanasi, Abinaya dance Academy Mumbai , children's Film Society Visakapatanam, Sri kala sagar Guntur, BHEL, ABVP Hydrabad ,Telugu association Durgapur, Raju kshtriya sangam Bangalore, Kalanilayam Chilakaluri peta , Badradri usthava committee Bhadrachalam , Friends Association, Akila Bharatha Kuchipudi Natya Kala Mandali Kuchipudi, APUWJ State council , Lion's club of Visakapatam, Kammam and Eluru, Jaycees, Rotary club, BHPV, Coramandal Fertilizers, Zinc Smelter , vishaka ship yard ,Visaka steel plant, Natya sudh of Visakapatam ,Telugu Association Markapuram, East Godavari Dist. Commercial Employee's Cultural association Kakinada, Nritya Darpana Hydrabad, L.V.R Son's Club Guntur, Viswa Hindu parishad Convention at Tirupathi , Sri Viswasanthi English Medium school Vuyyuru, Hamsadwani,Vijyawada, EFFA, Fine Art Academy, Sahityamandali, Ramakoti Usthava Committee, Lions club , Rotary club of Eluru, Sri Satya Kuchipudi Academy Tadapalligudam, Kalachakra Festival at Amaravathi, Kuchipudi Rupaka Mahosthavam at Hyderabad ,Shiridi Sai Baba Samsthanam Shiridi,Sri Ramalingaswara swamy Devasthanam Rameswaram , Simhachala Devasthanam, Annavara Devasthanam, Dwaraka Tirumala Devasthanam , Bhadrachala devasthanam, Srisaila Devasthanam, Srikalahasthi Devasthanam,Tirumala Tirupathi Bramosthava committee, Alamalumaga bramosthava committee, Amaravathi Devasthanam , Vamulavada Devasthanam, Natta ramaswara Devasthanam, Sri Sathamma Ammavari Devastham Paddapullaru, Sri Venu gopala swami vari Devasthanam Nellore, Mavullamma Devasthanam Bhimavaram, Skhira Rameswaraswami Devasthanama Pallakollu, Sri Venkateswara swami Devasthanam Eluru, Kamleebaba Bhakatha Mandali of Tanuku, Sri Padmavathi Ammavarai Bramosthava committee, Tirupathi, Karool Kuchipudi Rupaka Mahosthavam,Karnool, Sri Krishna Devaraya Mahosthav, Srikakulam. Ravindrabharti formation day celebrations committee Hyderabad, Telugu kalasamithi Banglore , Department of Culture Government of Andhrapradesh on the occasion of Ugadi festival 2007, Telugu Bhasha Mahosthav at Tirupati, Kaddapa 200years celebrations 2007 at Kuddapaha , Nizamabad 100 years festival 2007 at Nizamabad, Pottisriramulu Telugu University on the occasion of Kuchipudi festival 2007 at Kuchipudi, Vijayawada music academy, Nruthyaravali, kaladharsini, Hamsadwani of vijayawada. A.P. Formation day celebrations 2007 at New Delhi. Telugu maha sabhalu 2007 at Chennai. Bharatha muni Arts academy , Madanapalli. Samikya bharti kuchipudi rupaka mahosthav at Hyderabad, Yuvakala vahini Hyderabad, Dasara mahosthav at sri Datta peettam Mysore, ISKCON temple Banglore Sankatamochan Temple Varanasi, World Telugu convention Vijayawada, Sthambhadri Festival Khammam, Golkonda Festival, Telugu Bhasha Mahosthavamulu Tirupati, Vijayawada and Hyderabad, Hampi festival, Hampi, Telugu Association Houspet, Aswasini festival Buvaneswar, Chaithanya Arts HYd . Raminani Foundations Hyderabad, Sri Durga mallieswara Swami Devasthanam Vijayawada, Thanajavuru dance festival committee Thanjavuru, A.P. State Cultural Council Hyderabad, Sidhardha kalapeetam Vijayawada, Dwadasa Kovala pradhakshina usthav Dwaraka Tirumala.
Felicitations at Abroad - Indian association, Youngstown Ohio, ATA convention at Newjersy, World kuchipudi convention at Silicon valley, Indian Association Great Kansas city, The Telugu Association Washington D.C, S.V.Temple Pittsburgh, Balaji Temple Chicago, Rama temple Chicago, Prabhupada Golden temple (ISKCON) W.V. Indian association Lubbock, A.T.A. Chicago, Telugu Association Las Angles, Detroit, Houston, New York, Anandha Asramam Monroe N.Y, Indian Association Fairmont, ISKCON Temple New York, Jaganadh Rada yatra festival New York, Telugu Association London U.K, Telugu Library Preston U.K , Euro Telugu association Birmingham, U.K 2009, Telugu cultural Association Toronto Canada, Telugu Association Singapore. Singapore Telugu Samajam Singapore 2010,Telugu maha sabhalu U.K 2006, London Telugu Association London 2006, Sri Lakshmi Narayana Devasthanam Youngstown.
Dance Classes conducted: Eluru, Vatluru, Hanuman junction, Visakapatam, Hyderabad, Chennai, Patna, Impal.
KVS Award:
His overwhelming desire to promote Kuchipudi in all its classical glory as one of the most brilliant dance forms in India, Sri KVS has established the " KVS Award" on 26th September 2007, to recognize and felicitate eminent Gurus of Kuchipudi. The institution of this award is a memorable landmark in his illustrious life, the occasion being the day on which day he celebrated his 50th birthday. This award will be presented every year, as an encouragement to talent and an inspiration to excel for exponents of Kuchipudi.
KVS Kalakshetra: His life ambition is to establish a Music and Dance college. A.P. Government allotted 1Acar site to his KVS truest at Eluru and Hon'ble Chief Minister Dr.Y.S.Rajasekar Reddy inaugurated. Kalaksetra construction will be complied by September 2012
Breaking Records with a Galaxy of Awards
Brilliance and inborn talent knows no boundaries and Sri K.V. Satyanarayana, is one such star, a beacon of pulsating energy and creativity which ever seeks new frontiers and conquers them. One such conquest and a record breaking performance has been a 24 hour nonstop dance ballet which left the audiences enthralled and showcased Sri K.V. Satyanarayana‟s excellence in and uncharted new dimension in classical Kuchipudi dance.
Devotional Service
He was presented Bronze Siddandra Yogi deity to Sindhandra Temple in Kuchipudi, Seetha Rama, Lakshmana, Hanuman deities to Ramalayam Eluru, Navagraha deities to Sivalayam at Paddavagi, Mushika Vahanam deity to Ganesh temples, Bronze Saibaba deity to Sai temple Eluru, Main deities in Gowri Devi Temple Eluru.
Sweet memories: First time performance of Satyabhama character under the guidelines of Bharthakalaprapoona Sri Korada narashimha Rao at Eluru. He was danced for Lord Venkateswara at Pavallimupu Sava usthavam, Thaposthavam and Dwadhasa Koval Pradhakshna at Dwaraka Tirumal Devasthanam. He was danced before main deity Lord Varaha Narashmha at Simhachalam. He was danced at main temple in Srisaiam and he started Nitya Sivathandavam at Srisailam. He presented his dance ballets at Sri Kachi Kamakoti Peetam in the presence of Pujya swamiji Sri Jayendra Swamiji & Pujya Swamiji Sri
Sankara Vijayandra Swamiji and at Sri Dattapeetam Mysore in the presence of Paramapujya Sri Ganapati Sachchitanadana Swamiji. First performance at Jagannadha radha yatra usthav at New York organized by ISCKON and Swarana Kanakanam felicitation at Youngstown by Dr.V.C.Perni & Dr.Swarajya Lakshmi U.S.A. Taking part of 24 hours ballet composition at Hyderabad with Dr. Rallabandi Kavitha Prasad organized by Chaithanya Arts academy.
Address: KVS Brindhavan, Gandhi Nagar, Eluru-534002 .A.P INDIA Cell No: 09848122413 ; 08985104500, Home no 08812 232661, E Mail- kvsdance@hotmail.com Web: kvsdance.8m.com
NatyakalaVisarada K.V.Satyanarayana
A Sensation in Classical Choreography on the Silver ScreenKuchipudi, that Indian classical dance for that has captivated the entire world is the overwhelming passion of K.V. Satyanarayana. Honored with the title Natyakala Visarada, he a world renowned Kuchipudi dancer, choreographer, lyricist and composer from India. Pursuing his career with the devotion and dedication to his muse, he has won innumerable accolades and unrivaled appreciation for his brilliant compositions and rendition in choreography, dance direction Commended for his gifted mastery over Kuchipudi. He was a dance director for some acclaimed and award winning Indian movies such as "Sruthilayalu","Swarnakamalam", "Suthradharulu", and "Swathikiranam". In 1988 he won the prestigious Nandi Award given by the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, for choreographing the movie, "Sruthilayalu". In 1989 and 1990 he won the Bharath muni Award.
He was honored with Prestigious “Kalaratana” Hamsa Award By A.P. State Government.
He was felicitated with Excellence Awards by European Telugu Association UK, London Telugu Association U.K, Singapore Telugu Association Singapore, Balaji Temple Chicago USA, Canada Telugu association Toronto,Telugu Association New Jersey USA North Texas Telugu Association Dallas USA and awarded with “Natyakala Thapasvi“ by North Texes Telugu Association USA. Dr.Mangalampalli Bala Murali Krishna Founder of Veepanchi at Chennai felicitated him with "Natya Kala Veepanchi" title.
He was appointed as "Asthana Natyacharya" for the Sri Laskhmi Narayana Temple of Youngstown, Ohio & for the Sri Shirdi Saibaba Temple of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania USA. He was Asthana Vidwan for Kanchi Kamakoti peetam, Pujya Sri Ganapati Sachchitanada Swamiji at Sri Dattapettam of Mysore felicitated him with"Asthana Vidwan" title and Viswayogi Pujya sri Viswamji Swamiji also felicitated with Asthana Vidwan titel. KVS felicitated by Pujya swamiji of Vadhurupaka Sri God with Asthana Vidwan Award. He has been touring the United States since 1989, giving performances & teaching at various places.
Amukthamalayada Tele Film: He was directed and presented Amukthamalayada in Doordarsan .He was directed and produced "Amukthamalayada" tele serial for SriVenkateswra Bhakti channel
A shining star in the glittering galaxy of classical dance he is unequaled in imparting his immense talent to a stream of disciples who consider themselves fortunate to be under his tutelage.
A Classical Genius- Inspiring Generation next.
Supremely talented, utterly devoted to his art, the dance from of Kuchipudi, Sri K.V. Satyanarayana, with a desire to impart his knowledge to aspiring future artistes, established a premier institute of dance, the "Sri Satya Kuchipudi and Janapada Nritya Academy, which offers the best training in the disciplines of classical and folk dance. His name and fame has not only been confined to India, he is proud of his immense following and innumerable disciples all over the world. Ever since 1989, he has been visiting and touring the Unites States, captivating audiences with his performances and coaching many eager disciples in classical dance in many canters across the United States like New Jersey, Cleveland,
Youngstown, Lubbock, Valparaiso, Chicago, Fairmont, Detroit, Ocala, Tampa, Dallas, Fort worth, New Mexico, Midland Kansas City, Joplin, Saginaw, Milwaukee, Austin, Washington DC ,U.K and nearer home, in Singapore. He was very fortunate to start his first dance class in New Jersey, USA, at the Padmi Dance Institution. This was an incredible privilege indeed since this institution was organized by the famous and talented film actress as well one of India‟s most eminent dancers, Smt. Padmini Ramachandran. He considered himself to be extremely lucky and honored to teach the great dancer herself, a few items of Kuchipudi. Smt Padmini had immense appreciation of KVS‟s gift in teaching dance and she displayed this regard for his talent by coming down to Eluru, to attend and participate in a felicitation function in honour of KVS, organized by the Jaycees Club.
Ace Choreography- A Fountain of Creativity
He has produced and choreographed many dance ballets in Kuchipudi style like " "Amukthamalyada" the story of Sri Krishna Devaraya the king of Vijayanagara, " Pancha Kavya"- 5 entrancing stories of important Kavyas, " Kalarachana" , the story about time, " Pancha Kanya" captivating short stories about five heroic women " Draupadi, Sita, Mandodari, Thara and Ahalya, which were written by Famous poet Dr.Rallabandi Kavitha Prasad " Mahishasura Mardini" the story of the powerful Goddess " Adiparashakthi"; "Mohini Bhasmasura" the enduring epic story of how Mohini saves Lord Shiva from Bhasmasura; " Buddham Sharanam Gacchami" the story of Gautama Buddha; " Alamelumanga Viabhavam", the story of Goddess Alamelumanga; "Ram Kadha", the enchanting story of Lord Sri Rama and " Sri Anjaneyam" the inspiring story of Hanuman which were written by KVS him self and " Sri Datta Gadha" the wondrous story of Lord Dattatreya written by Pujaya Sri Ganapati Sachchitanada Swamiji ;. His versatile repertoire also comprises of several performances as a theatre artist where he has skillfully donned the role of the heroine in social dramas like "Chilakottu Chittamma", "Nirmala", "Sikander", "Palli Training", Urummadi Brathukulu", "Sipochindi Natakam" and "Athudhavullu Vastunnaru" As the crowning glory , he won the Best Actress Award in inter collegiate drama competition as Hindu College Guntur.
Honored with Prestigious Titles –Decorated with Distinctions
Illuminating the world of classical dance both on the silver screen and across the globe, Sri K.V. Sataynarayana, has been adorned with titles and priceless decorations for his unparalleled talent and performances. He was honoured with the title of "Natyakalvisarada" by Pravasandhra Navya Kala Parishad, Kharagpur, West Bengal, “Natyakala Thapaswi” by Taxes Telugu Association Dallas USA,"Kalaswathi" by Young Men‟s Hindu Association, "Adarsha Kala Murthy, by Adarsha Kala Niketan. He was offered „Kanakabhishekam‟, (a decoration of golden flowers on the head) at Nuzveedu. His dancing feet were decorated with "Gandapenderam" (a golden anklet) by Indian Association of Imphal, Manipur State. His graceful wrists were decorated with "Swarna Kanakam" (a golden bracelet) at Youngstown, Ohio, USA, and by Krishna Mahotsav Committee at Machilipatnam. Receiving divine blessings and praise from many venerated spiritual leaders; he has been felicitated by Jagathguru, his holiness Sri Jayendra Sarswathi Swamiji and his holiness Sri Sankara
Vijayendra Saraswathi Swamiji of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam. Parampujya Sri Ganapathi Sachindananda Swamiji of Mysore belonging to the Sri Datta Peetam, presented him with a bracelet and a gold chain. Pujya Sri Ganapati Sachchitananda Swamiji at Sri Dattapeetham of Mysore felicitated him with "Asthana Vidhwan" title.Pujya Viswayogi Viswamji Swamiji felicitated him at Durga Temple Wasington DC and Swamiji awarded him with “AsthanaVidwan” at viswayogi asramam on the occasion of Swamiji Birthday. He was felicitated by Hampi Sankaracharaya Sri Vidhyaranya swamiji and by Kurthalam Sankarcharaya Sri Sidhaswara bharti Swamiji, Sri Dr. Balagangadharanatha Maha swamiji & Sri Prakashnath swamiji of Adhichuchuna giri trust Vijayanagar Banglore and Sri Swaroopanandha Swamiji of Visakapatanam KVS felicitated by Pujya swamiji of Vadhurupaka Sri God with Asthana Vidwan Awarad, Swami Brahmanada saraswati Swaiji of Andhrasramam New York USA. He was appointed as "Asthana Natyacharya" for the Sri Lakshmi Narayana Temple of Youngstown, Ohio, and for the Shri Shirdi Saibaba Temple of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, USA.
Divinely gifted, infinitely talented and immeasurably admired by his vast following of devoted disciples, Sri K.V Satyanarayana is a Kuchipudi luminary beyond compare, emanating a radiance that shines across the globe.
Repertoire of Brilliance – Outstanding Original Compositions
The rhythms and cadence of Kuchipudi, run through his veins and his compositions are spellbindingly beautiful and distinctly original. He has to his credit several wonderful scores prominent among which are his most popular Dance Audio Casette Releases "Kuchipudi Natya Sowrabhalu Part-1", songs composed by him, released by HMV Recording Company and the sequel, "Kuchipudi Natya Sowrabhalu, Part 2" was released by Supreme Recording Company. "Kuchipudi Suma Sowrabhalu Part 1 & 2", traditional Kuchipudi songs were released by Bharathamuni Arts Academy. He has also authored many dance scripts like Sivaleelalu, Sivathandavam, Sri Rajagopala, Anjani Suthudu, Dwaraka Tirumal Sri Venkateswara Swami Pavalimpu seva, Nrusimha Kalyanam,, Mohini Bhasmasura, Alamelu Manga Viabhavam, Sri Anjaneyam, Buddham Saranam Gacchami, Vishnu Leelalu, Ganesh Vandhanam , Mahishasura Mardini, "Bramara Vijayam", and coaicl themes like "Vengi Vaiabhavam", "Dr. B.R. Ambedkar" and "Mallika" a folk dance ballet.
He has authored and released delightfully interesting books like "Mallika" Folk Dance Ballet and some folk songs.
Abroad:
In his illustrious pursuits of the muse of dance, music and melody, he has traveled extensively all over the world. A powerhouse of energy he has visited that USA 23 times and still counting, 6 times to the United Kingdom, twice to Canada, and Netherlands, France, Belgium, Sri Lanka. Dubai and Korea, besides 6 visits to Singapore.
Distinguished Positions & Prestige Bestowed
Sri K.V.Satyanarayana hold well deserved leadership positions in several prestigious cultural organizations and academies. As an organizer par excellence, he is the President of the Sri Satya Kuchipudi & Janapada Nritya Academy, Sri Ganganamma Vari Devasthanam, and KVS Trust. He holds the premier designation of Director in Sri Satya Kuchipudi Dance Academy U.S.A. and Vice President of Sahitya Mandali. He is the General Secretary of Y.H.M.A. He is also the Hon‟ble President of Sri Ramalayam & Sri Gowri Davi devsthanam and program committee member of South Zone Cultural center Thanajavur and member West Godavari Cultural Council. Striving with dynamic zeal to etch the future of Kuchipudi and classical and folk dances on a global canvas, he has achieved commendable success in fulfilling his dream.
Felicitations to treasure-From Eminent Leaders
He was felicitated by Former President of India Sri R Venkatraman, A.P. State Chief Minister Dr. N.T. Rama Rao,
He was awarded with Vesista Puraskaram by A.P. State Government by Chief Minister Dr. Rajasekhara Reddy on the occasion of Ugadi 2008.
Dr. Mangalampalli Balamuralikrishna, Founder of Veepanchi at Chennai felicitated him with "Natya Kala Veepanchi" title.
He was felicitated by Hon‟ble Chief Minister Dr. Y.S. Rajsekhara Reddy, at A.P. Formation Day Celebrations at New Delhi,and by Dr. T. Subbiramireddy, Central Minister for Indian Republic at Bangalore .He was felicitated by Smt. Renuka Chowdary, Central Minister at Nizamabad- Sri P Upendra, Central Minister for Indian Republic and Sri GVG Krishnamurthy, Joint Election Commissioner. Sri Chakarapani, Chairman, A.P. Legislative Council, Dr. K. Rosaiah, Minister for Andhra Pradesh, D.Srinvasulu, State Minister, Dr.Geeta Reddy Minister for Andhra Pradesh, Sri Mandali Buddaparasad, Minister for Andhra Pradesh, Sri Nadikuditi Narashmha Rao State minister, Sri Kotagiri Vidhyadhara Rao, State Minister, Sri Maganti Venkateswara Rao, Minister for Andhra Pradesh, Sri Pilli Subhash Chandra Bose, Minister for Andhra Pradesh, Sri Bostha Satyanarayana, Minister for Andhra Pradesh and Sri D. Srinivas, Minister for Andhra Pradesh Sri Yarra Narayana Swami Z.P.Chairman, Sri Kokirigadda Jay raj Z.P.chairman, Sri Karumuru Nageswara Rao Z.P Chairman Sri Kukkala Nageswara Rao Z.P.Chairman, Mrs.Bostha jansi Rani Z.P.Chairman, Sri Kavuri Sambha siva rao M.P, Sri K. B.Sudda Rao M.P., Dr.C. Narayana Reddy, Sri Dharmavarpu Subrahmnayam, Dr. M.S.Reddy, Dr. Kavitha Prasad, Dr. Manjulatah, Dr.Dronappa, sri Jandhyala, Lakshmiaraya IAS Sri. Ajay kallam IAS, Sri Arja Srikanth, Sri Sanjay Bharghav IAS, Dr.Challappa IAS, Sri Sanjay Jaju IAS, Sri Ramanjanayly,Sri Love Agarwal IAS,Dr.Boiena Venkatewswara Rao IAS, Sri Durga Das IAS, Sri R.V.Ramana Murthy Chairman A.P.Cultural councile, Dr.Kantha Rao, and Kalthapasvi K.Viswanadh. He was honored with "Samikya Bharati Gowrav Satkar" Award by Delhi Telugu Academy, with Excellence Awards by U.K.Telugu Association Burmigham U.K, London Telugu association U.K, Texes Telugu association Dallas, New Jersey Telugu Association New Jersey, Balji Temple Chicago, Sri Lakshmi Narya temple Youngstown USA,Toronto Telugu Association Toronto Canada and by Singapore Telugu Association Singapore.
Felicitations received from:
Patna Telugu association, Bharatha muni Arts Academy, Berhampur Telugu association, Nasik Telugu Association ,Ojhar sankranthi celebrations committee, A.P. Information center New Delhi, Rasi
ka Ranjani Sabha Tiruchi , Kalasagar Chennai, International Hindu School Varanasi, Abinaya dance Academy Mumbai , children's Film Society Visakapatanam, Sri kala sagar Guntur, BHEL, ABVP Hydrabad ,Telugu association Durgapur, Raju kshtriya sangam Bangalore, Kalanilayam Chilakaluri peta , Badradri usthava committee Bhadrachalam , Friends Association, Akila Bharatha Kuchipudi Natya Kala Mandali Kuchipudi, APUWJ State council , Lion's club of Visakapatam, Kammam and Eluru, Jaycees, Rotary club, BHPV, Coramandal Fertilizers, Zinc Smelter , vishaka ship yard ,Visaka steel plant, Natya sudh of Visakapatam ,Telugu Association Markapuram, East Godavari Dist. Commercial Employee's Cultural association Kakinada, Nritya Darpana Hydrabad, L.V.R Son's Club Guntur, Viswa Hindu parishad Convention at Tirupathi , Sri Viswasanthi English Medium school Vuyyuru, Hamsadwani,Vijyawada, EFFA, Fine Art Academy, Sahityamandali, Ramakoti Usthava Committee, Lions club , Rotary club of Eluru, Sri Satya Kuchipudi Academy Tadapalligudam, Kalachakra Festival at Amaravathi, Kuchipudi Rupaka Mahosthavam at Hyderabad ,Shiridi Sai Baba Samsthanam Shiridi,Sri Ramalingaswara swamy Devasthanam Rameswaram , Simhachala Devasthanam, Annavara Devasthanam, Dwaraka Tirumala Devasthanam , Bhadrachala devasthanam, Srisaila Devasthanam, Srikalahasthi Devasthanam,Tirumala Tirupathi Bramosthava committee, Alamalumaga bramosthava committee, Amaravathi Devasthanam , Vamulavada Devasthanam, Natta ramaswara Devasthanam, Sri Sathamma Ammavari Devastham Paddapullaru, Sri Venu gopala swami vari Devasthanam Nellore, Mavullamma Devasthanam Bhimavaram, Skhira Rameswaraswami Devasthanama Pallakollu, Sri Venkateswara swami Devasthanam Eluru, Kamleebaba Bhakatha Mandali of Tanuku, Sri Padmavathi Ammavarai Bramosthava committee, Tirupathi, Karool Kuchipudi Rupaka Mahosthavam,Karnool, Sri Krishna Devaraya Mahosthav, Srikakulam. Ravindrabharti formation day celebrations committee Hyderabad, Telugu kalasamithi Banglore , Department of Culture Government of Andhrapradesh on the occasion of Ugadi festival 2007, Telugu Bhasha Mahosthav at Tirupati, Kaddapa 200years celebrations 2007 at Kuddapaha , Nizamabad 100 years festival 2007 at Nizamabad, Pottisriramulu Telugu University on the occasion of Kuchipudi festival 2007 at Kuchipudi, Vijayawada music academy, Nruthyaravali, kaladharsini, Hamsadwani of vijayawada. A.P. Formation day celebrations 2007 at New Delhi. Telugu maha sabhalu 2007 at Chennai. Bharatha muni Arts academy , Madanapalli. Samikya bharti kuchipudi rupaka mahosthav at Hyderabad, Yuvakala vahini Hyderabad, Dasara mahosthav at sri Datta peettam Mysore, ISKCON temple Banglore Sankatamochan Temple Varanasi, World Telugu convention Vijayawada, Sthambhadri Festival Khammam, Golkonda Festival, Telugu Bhasha Mahosthavamulu Tirupati, Vijayawada and Hyderabad, Hampi festival, Hampi, Telugu Association Houspet, Aswasini festival Buvaneswar, Chaithanya Arts HYd . Raminani Foundations Hyderabad, Sri Durga mallieswara Swami Devasthanam Vijayawada, Thanajavuru dance festival committee Thanjavuru, A.P. State Cultural Council Hyderabad, Sidhardha kalapeetam Vijayawada, Dwadasa Kovala pradhakshina usthav Dwaraka Tirumala.
Felicitations at Abroad - Indian association, Youngstown Ohio, ATA convention at Newjersy, World kuchipudi convention at Silicon valley, Indian Association Great Kansas city, The Telugu Association Washington D.C, S.V.Temple Pittsburgh, Balaji Temple Chicago, Rama temple Chicago, Prabhupada Golden temple (ISKCON) W.V. Indian association Lubbock, A.T.A. Chicago, Telugu Association Las Angles, Detroit, Houston, New York, Anandha Asramam Monroe N.Y, Indian Association Fairmont, ISKCON Temple New York, Jaganadh Rada yatra festival New York, Telugu Association London U.K, Telugu Library Preston U.K , Euro Telugu association Birmingham, U.K 2009, Telugu cultural Association Toronto Canada, Telugu Association Singapore. Singapore Telugu Samajam Singapore 2010,Telugu maha sabhalu U.K 2006, London Telugu Association London 2006, Sri Lakshmi Narayana Devasthanam Youngstown.
Dance Classes conducted: Eluru, Vatluru, Hanuman junction, Visakapatam, Hyderabad, Chennai, Patna, Impal.
KVS Award:
His overwhelming desire to promote Kuchipudi in all its classical glory as one of the most brilliant dance forms in India, Sri KVS has established the " KVS Award" on 26th September 2007, to recognize and felicitate eminent Gurus of Kuchipudi. The institution of this award is a memorable landmark in his illustrious life, the occasion being the day on which day he celebrated his 50th birthday. This award will be presented every year, as an encouragement to talent and an inspiration to excel for exponents of Kuchipudi.
KVS Kalakshetra: His life ambition is to establish a Music and Dance college. A.P. Government allotted 1Acar site to his KVS truest at Eluru and Hon'ble Chief Minister Dr.Y.S.Rajasekar Reddy inaugurated. Kalaksetra construction will be complied by September 2012
Breaking Records with a Galaxy of Awards
Brilliance and inborn talent knows no boundaries and Sri K.V. Satyanarayana, is one such star, a beacon of pulsating energy and creativity which ever seeks new frontiers and conquers them. One such conquest and a record breaking performance has been a 24 hour nonstop dance ballet which left the audiences enthralled and showcased Sri K.V. Satyanarayana‟s excellence in and uncharted new dimension in classical Kuchipudi dance.
Devotional Service
He was presented Bronze Siddandra Yogi deity to Sindhandra Temple in Kuchipudi, Seetha Rama, Lakshmana, Hanuman deities to Ramalayam Eluru, Navagraha deities to Sivalayam at Paddavagi, Mushika Vahanam deity to Ganesh temples, Bronze Saibaba deity to Sai temple Eluru, Main deities in Gowri Devi Temple Eluru.
Sweet memories: First time performance of Satyabhama character under the guidelines of Bharthakalaprapoona Sri Korada narashimha Rao at Eluru. He was danced for Lord Venkateswara at Pavallimupu Sava usthavam, Thaposthavam and Dwadhasa Koval Pradhakshna at Dwaraka Tirumal Devasthanam. He was danced before main deity Lord Varaha Narashmha at Simhachalam. He was danced at main temple in Srisaiam and he started Nitya Sivathandavam at Srisailam. He presented his dance ballets at Sri Kachi Kamakoti Peetam in the presence of Pujya swamiji Sri Jayendra Swamiji & Pujya Swamiji Sri
Sankara Vijayandra Swamiji and at Sri Dattapeetam Mysore in the presence of Paramapujya Sri Ganapati Sachchitanadana Swamiji. First performance at Jagannadha radha yatra usthav at New York organized by ISCKON and Swarana Kanakanam felicitation at Youngstown by Dr.V.C.Perni & Dr.Swarajya Lakshmi U.S.A. Taking part of 24 hours ballet composition at Hyderabad with Dr. Rallabandi Kavitha Prasad organized by Chaithanya Arts academy.
Address: KVS Brindhavan, Gandhi Nagar, Eluru-534002 .A.P INDIA Cell No: 09848122413 ; 08985104500, Home no 08812 232661, E Mail- kvsdance@hotmail.com Web: kvsdance.8m.com
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