Dancing through life: Artistic director, 60, proves that age is no barrier to pursuing one’s passion

Shangita enjoys collaborating with peers Narendran (right) and Arun as they grow older together, sharing the experience and wisdom of the years. - Photos: Shangita Namasivayam

At 60, Shangita Namasivayam continues to mesmerise audiences with the grace and discipline of bharatanatyam, proving that age is no barrier to pursuing one’s passion. 

Based in Kuala Lumpur, she is not just a dedicated dancer but also a passionate teacher, shaping the next generation of performers with her wealth of experience and deep connection to this classical Indian art form.