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Hans India
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Carrying forward a legacy
From the vibrant town of Gaon Badabar in Churu to global stages across Rome, Bangkok, and Beijing, Sanjeet Gangani, eminent Kathak exponent of the Jaipur Gharana, has embraced his lineage not as a burden, but as a sacred calling. A third-generation dancer from a legendary family of percussionists and performers, Sanjeet grew up in a home alive with the pulse of tabla, pakhawaj, and ghungroos. His journey is not just one of talent—it is a lived inheritance of rhythm, devotion, and tradition. 'From a very young age, I was surrounded by the rhythms of dance and music,' he recalls. 'It never felt like a choice—it was simply my life path.' With icons like his father and guru, Pt. Rajendra Gangani, and inspiration from stalwarts like Sitara Devi and Maharaj Ji, Sanjeet was immersed in Kathak's energy long before he stepped on stage. He vividly remembers watching his father rehearse for hours. 'Every day was different—new chakkars, fresh layakari. Watching him choreograph was a masterclass in creativity,' Sanjeet says. 'That had a profound impact on me. Kathak isn't something I chose—it embraced me. It flows through my veins like breath.' Growing up in such an environment, rhythm wasn't just practice—it was life. 'Our home is filled with music from morning to night. Even my mother recites compositions while cooking,' he laughs. 'Kathak isn't something we do—it's who we are.' Rather than being weighed down by legacy, Sanjeet draws strength from it. 'When you're connected to your roots, there is no weight to bear—only balance,' he says. 'I strive to honour the tradition while letting my own voice take shape within it.' His artistic voice has grown more distinct over the years. 'Your real style begins to emerge when the soul and body become one,' he says. 'Even if you repeat the same composition a hundred times, your perception changes—and so does your dance.' During the pandemic, Sanjeet's artistry reached new depths. 'In that silence, there was only riyaaz. I wasn't dancing for an audience—I was dancing to understand Kathak at its core,' he reflects. 'My father's guidance during that time shaped me, not just as a dancer, but as a thinker.' In 2021, Sanjeet founded Kathak Parampara, a movement rooted in tradition but open to evolution. 'It's more than an institution—it's a living legacy,' he says. 'Students begin with tala and laya, but they're also encouraged to find their voice. Tradition must be preserved with love, practiced with discipline, and carried forward with vision.' Even in a tradition historically perceived as feminine in some circles, Sanjeet never felt out of place. 'In our family, male dancers have always embodied power and veer rasa,' he asserts. 'Kathak holds both strength and grace—it's not bound by gender.' His training in percussion has enriched his choreographic depth. 'The tabla shaped my understanding of rhythm. Movement isn't just about following the beat—it's about conversing with it. That's what I mean when I say, 'We make the rhythm dance to us.'' Sanjeet especially enjoys working with beginners. 'Teaching those with no prior training is like painting on a fresh canvas,' he says. But he cautions aspiring dancers against expecting quick mastery. 'What they see on stage is years—decades—of sadhana. Kathak isn't just choreography—it's a way of life.' Globally, his performances have transcended language barriers. 'I performed in China, where the audience had never seen Kathak. Afterward, a little girl came up to me and said, 'I understood the story.' That reminded me—emotion, rhythm, and energy speak universally.' If he weren't a dancer? 'I would've been a tabla player,' Sanjeet smiles. 'Rhythm has always been my foundation.' Above all, Sanjeet carries forward one lesson from his father that continues to guide him: 'Honesty in your art, punctuality in life, and faith in karma will take you further than anything else. Let your work speak for you—don't chase the result.' In every step, every chakkar, every sum—Sanjeet Gangani isn't just performing Kathak. He's living it, preserving its essence while shaping its future.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Time of India
City on edge: Teen stabbed to death, police nabs two juveniles
Times News Network Chandigarh: In a horrific incident, an 18-year-old boy was stabbed to death by a group of three to four teenagers at New Indira Colony, Manimajra, late on Saturday night. IT Park police kept the body at the GMSH-16 mortuary and registered a case against the unknown assailants. Later, the police apprehended two juveniles in the case. Raids are on to nab the others. Police said that the deceased, Sanjeet, a resident of Sector 16, Panchkula, went to New Indira Colony, Manimajra with a friend to meet someone at around 10.30pm. The accused intercepted him in a VIP gully and assaulted him with sharp-edged weapons. Launching a savage attack, they repeatedly stabbed him in the chest and abdomen. They fled when Sanjeet collapsed in a pool of blood and passersby started gathering. People informed the police about the incident at 112 and PCR vans reached the spot. Police rushed him to the civil hospital in Manimajra, and doctors referred him to GMSH-16, where he was declared dead on arrival. IT Park police registered a murder case and started a probe. During investigation, police arrested two persons in the city. Police said that the accused assaulted Sanjeet because he allegedly used to harass the sister of one of the accused. To take revenge, the accused, along with his associates, attacked him with sharp-edged weapons and killed him. Case in a nutshell Victim: Sanjeet (18), resident of Sector 16, Panchkula Location: VIP gully, New Indira Colony, Manimajra Time: Around 10:30pm, Saturday night Attack: Stabbed multiple times in the chest and abdomen by a group of 3–4 Motive: Alleged revenge for harassment of sister of one of the accused BOX: Cause for concern Around 10 to 15 minor or major stabbing incidents are being recorded in the city every month. Most are reported from colonies and villages like Ramdarbar, Sector 25 Colony, Burail village in Sector 45, Kajheri, Maloya, Indira Colony, and Manimajra. Under sections 25-54-59 of the Arms Act, those carrying knives with long blades can be arrested. Knives with specific features, such as a blade length exceeding 9 inches or a blade width exceeding 2 inches, or those designed for offensive purposes, could be considered "arms" under the Act Recent stabbing/murder cases July 3, 2025: Sector 11 Police filed a case against a man and his two sons for stabbing two fruit vendors at Kisan Mandi in Sector 15 and injuring them critically. One of the injured persons was referred to PGI due to his critical condition May 16, 2025: Sector 31 police apprehended five juveniles for allegedly murdering an 18-year-old youth at a park in Ramdarbar. The minors allegedly assaulted the victim with sharp-edged weapons multiple times, killing him instantly March 29, 2025: A second-year student of UIET, who was stabbed during a famous Haryanvi singer's concert at Punjab University, succumbed to injuries during treatment in PGI. Three other students were also injured in the assault March 23, 2025: UT Police arrested three persons for allegedly stabbing a Class XII student to death in Ram Darbar. The victim and the accused had an argument near the washroom in Ram Darbar MSID:: 122281523 413 |
