Recipients of the Kala Ratna

Pandit Jasraj (28 January 1930  – 17 August 2020) was an Indian classical vocalist, belonging to the Mewati gharana (musical apprenticeship lineage). His musical career spanned 75 years resulting in national and international fame, respect and numerous major awards and accolades. His legacy includes memorable performances of classical and semi-classical vocal music, classical and devotional music, albums and film soundtracks, innovations in various genres including Haveli Sangeet and popularizing the Mewati Gharana – a school of thought in Hindustani classical music. Pandit Jasraj taught

Indian dancer

Indian dancer, choreographer and dance scholar

Indian Kuchipudi exponent

Indian painter (1925-2012)

Renowned Telugu poet and critic; author of Adhunika Mahabharatam

Indian Kuchipudi dancer (born 1967)

Indian Kuchipudi exponent (born 1955)

Indian poet

Indian (Telugu) poet