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Backstage to centrestage, Lavani dancers bust a move for Pune
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(The Lavani festival is organised as part of the golden jubilee celebrations of Bal Gandharva Rangmandir in Pune. (Pratham Gokhale/HT Photo))
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(A performer drapes a nine-yard sari, also called ‘lugda’ or ‘paatal’, as they get ready for the performance. (Pratham Gokhale/HT Photo))
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(A bold make-up, especially of the eyes and hair forms a big part of preparation for the performance. (Pratham Gokhale/HT Photo))
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(The hair-do needs more effort, time and precision. The performance being so powerful and peppy, a performer cannot afford to leave a knot loose. (Pratham Gokhale/HT Photo))
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(And adding to the beauty are the special elements of the make-up. Here, a performer applies lipstick at the Bal Gandharva Rangmandir during the Lavani festival. (Pratham Gokhale/HT Photo))
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(And amid cheers and whistles, the show begins. (Pratham Gokhale/HT Photo))
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(Lights and background create the right ambience for the Lavani. The traditional dance is loved in parts of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka. (Pratham Gokhale/HT Photo))
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(Audience and artistes cheer during performances at the Lavani festival. (Pratham Gokhale/HT Photo))
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