Who is the husband of Mallika Sarabhai?

Personal life. Mallika met Bipin Shah in 1982 and married him. They have two children, a son, Revanta and a daughter Anahita.

What is the contribution of Mallika Sarabhai?

Sarabhai was a leading exponent of the bharata natyam and kuchipudi dance forms. In 1977 she took over the leadership of the Ahmadabad-based performing arts academy Darpana, which her mother had established decades earlier, and led its dance troupe in festivals around the world.

Who is the famous dancer in Gujarat?

Mallika Sarabhai is a noted Kuchipudi and Bharatnatyam dancer from Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Born to famous dancer Mrinalini Sarabhai and the well-known space scientist Vikram Sarabhai, Mallika is a woman of many dimensions and talents.

When did Mallika Sarabhai get her first award?

Mallika received her first award in 1977. She was the recipient of the “French Palme D’or”, the highest civilian award by the French Government and in Paris she was honoured as the ‘Best Soloist Artist’ among 400 dancers from 25 countries among other awards.