About the Performer

Santosh Ram began learning Odissi at 15 and has been a disciple of Guru Bichitrananda Swain since 2014. He holds an M.Phil in Odissi from Utkal University of Culture and has trained under several renowned gurus. A recipient of the National and Senior Scholarships from the Government of India, Santosh is known for his technical virtuosity and captivating stage presence. He has performed at prestigious national and international festivals, including tours in Australia, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, South Korea, China, and the USA (2023). He also holds a B-High Grade from Doordarshan.