From Puja’s Heart
Puja Amin’s passion for dance is endless… her graceful body movement and facial expressions emanate a radiant glow that heightens the finesse of every composition she presents. Enlivening a performance with her own, unique style and masterful experiences, she makes each presentation worth more than a thousand words.
Puja began studying Indian dance at the tender age of 5 and has received professional training in Kathak, Indian folk, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Ballroom and International dancing, giving her a diverse, worldwide appeal and reach.
Puja commenced her culture in Kathak with Guru Anjali Gupta, senior disciple of Pandit Shri Birju Maharaj and continues her education with with Joanna D’souza, Senior disciple of Pandit Shri Chitresh Das. She has also had the privilege of learning from Kathak Legend Pandit Shri Birju Maharaj, Guru Chitresh das, Guru Kumudini Lakhiya and Guru Anjani Ambegaonkar.
“Puja is an absolutely enchanting dancer. I was mesmerized by her talent from the first moment I saw her teach. Her rhythm, grace of movement, rich expressions and musicality in song, dance and speech are hypnotic and enticing for her students and audiences alike. It’s been well over 3 years since the first time I saw her dance and every time I look at her I feel magic in the air, like it’s the first time I'm seeing her!” – Nirmala Jadoonanan, student instructor, SAE