MKSA Rangapravesam & Salangai Pooja 2025 Keerthanai

In Bharatanatyam, a Keerthanai (or Kirtanam) is a devotional composition that praises a deity, often expressing bhakti (devotion), love, and surrender. It is one of the expressive items (Nritya) in the Bharatanatyam repertoire. 🌸 Keerthanai in Bharatanatyam 1. Meaning: • The word Keerthanai comes from Sanskrit Kirtanam, meaning “to sing praises.” • In Bharatanatyam, it is a devotional song performed with both abhinaya (expression) and nritta (pure dance) elements. ⸻ 2. Theme and Purpose: • Usually dedicated to a deity such as Lord Krishna, Shiva, Muruga, or Devi. • It expresses devotional emotions (Bhakti Rasa) and often narrates a story or describes the divine qualities of the deity. • The dancer portrays various moods and expressions — love, joy, longing, or surrender — depending on the lyrics.