Yamini Krishnamurti

On 3rd August, 2024, renowned Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi dancer Yamini Krishnamurti passed away at Apollo Hospital at the age of 84, following a prolonged battle with age-related issues.

Born on December 20, 1940, in Madanapalli, Andhra Pradesh, Krishnamurti began her dance training at the age of five under Rukmini Devi Arundale at Kalakshetra.
Apart from Bharatanatyam, Krishnamurti was also proficient in Kuchipudi and learned Odissi from Pankaj Charan Das and Kelucharan Mohapatra.
She was trained in Carnatic vocals and the veena, and received prestigious awards including the Padma Shri in 1968, Padma Bhushan in 2001, and Padma Vibhushan in 2016.
Veteran dancer Rama Vaidyanathan praised Krishnamurti for bringing "power, beauty, and glamour" to Bharatanatyam, recalling her relentless dedication to the art form.
Condolences have poured in from across the dance community, with tributes highlighting Krishnamurti's significant contributions and impact on Indian classical dance.