The dance is very old. There is a picture of a girl performing the dance in a cave which dates back to the second century BCE.
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Aadya Kaktikar has written: 'Odissi yaatra' -- subject(s): Odissi dance, Dancers, Biography
Itishree Sahoo has written: 'Odissi music' -- subject(s): Odissi dance, History and criticism, Music
My friend does odissi. (It's spelt odessi by the way.) I'm not really sure what they prefer it to, because you didn't say, but I can tell you that odessi is about expressing yourself and showing your best.
Mudravinyog, a significant aspect of Odissi dance, was introduced by the legendary dancer and choreographer Kelucharan Mohapatra. He emphasized the expressive use of hand gestures and facial expressions to convey emotions and narratives, enriching the storytelling aspect of the dance. His innovative approach helped revive and popularize traditional Odissi, making it more accessible and appealing to contemporary audiences.
Odissi is the famous dance of Orissa named after the name of the state.
Rosemary A. Jeanes has written: 'Tradition and learning in Odissi dance of India' -- subject(s): Dance, Study and teaching
Traditional dance forms that involve the use of ajanubahu movements include Bharatanatyam and Odissi.
The three classical dance styles of India are Bharatanatyam, Kathak, and Odissi. Bharatanatyam originates from Tamil Nadu and is known for its fixed upper torso and intricate footwork. Kathak, from Northern India, emphasizes storytelling through expressive gestures and rapid foot movements. Odissi, hailing from Odisha, is characterized by its fluid movements and sculpturesque poses.
Several Indian classical dances include Odissi and Sattriya. In addition, you can find more classical dances in online encyclopedias such as Wikipedia.
Running is originated from Malaysia!!!!:)
It was originated in France.