Month: January 2026
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The Art and the Artiste – Lavani and Nautch performers in pre-Modern South Asia
The post reflects on the course “Gender, Sex, and Religion,” highlighting the Lavani performers’ complex history in Maharashtra. It explores how the art form, while often objectifying female artists, also embodies subtle acts of subversion and resistance. The narrative addresses caste dynamics, societal perceptions, and the ongoing reclamation of Lavani by marginalized performers.
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