'Don't Make A Caricature': Sudha Chandran On Why She Doesn't Blame Ananya For Her Bharatnatyam Trolling! EXCL

Sudha Chandran Exclusive: Ananya Panday is no stranger to online criticism. Whether it's her personal life or professional choices, the actress often finds herself under the spotlight. Last month, Ananya faced intense backlash on social media over a fusion Bharatnatyam sequence from her latest Dharma film, Chaand Mera Dil.

The dance performance sparked widespread debate, with many viewers questioning both its execution and the creative choices behind the choreography. Now, veteran actress and renowned Bharatnatyam exponent Sudha Chandran has shared her perspective on the controversy and the trolling surrounding Ananya Panday in an exclusive conversation with Filmibeat.

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Speaking exclusively to Filmibeat's Hesha Chimah, Sudha Chandran expressed her reservations about excessive experimentation with classical dance forms. Calling herself a "purist," she emphasized the need to respect traditional art forms while making changes to them.

"I am a purist. I feel, don't touch the things that are made. See, in the name of modernity, or trying to experiment to do something different, don't make it a caricature. See, evolvement is a different thing. Our purists, the Bharatnatyam dancers before us, they were purists. We have modified them a little. We haven't tried to evolve to such a level that they look very vulgar. You can't do that," the actress said.

She believes classical art can be adapted, but there is no need to modernize it to the point where it loses its essence.

Exclusive: Here's Why Sudha Chandran Doesn't Want To Blame Ananya Panday For The Trolling Over Her Bharatnatyam Dance Sequence

During the same interview, Sudha Chandran made it clear that she does not blame Ananya Panday for the criticism surrounding the dance sequence.

She pointed out that actors perform what they are taught and directed to do, making it unfair to single out Ananya for the controversy. Sudha further stated that the responsibility lies with the choreographer and creative team to ensure that classical forms are presented with the necessary sensitivity and understanding.