All performers
Performing at Melbourne Diwali 2026
Leader
Baishakhi Ganguli
Baishakhi Ganguli is an Odissi dancer, teacher and choreographer with over 25 years of experience. She has performed in India and internationally, including at the World Expo in Shanghai, London Ananda Utsav, NABC and the Konark Festival. She is the founder and artistic director of Rhythm Dance Academy, established in India and now expanding in Melbourne. She trained under Guru Dona Ganguly, with guidance from Guru Kelucharan Mahapatra, Guru Ratikant Mahapatra, Guru Sujata Mahapatra and Guru Madhavi Mudgal. Her honours include First Position and Topper across all categories at the Dover Lane Music Conference, and the Sanjukta Panigrahi Award.
