"The fact that the (Madras based Sri Krishna Gana) Sabha considered me for (the Yagnaraman Living Legend) Award is recognition for contemporary dance (as) they acknowledge my... dedicated work (and) my art form,” dancer and choreographer Astad Deboo wrote to Parsiana on his most recent accolade of July 1, 2018. "Getting the Award... was totally unexpected... for the (Sabha is) one of the most powerful and influential organizations that are the gatekeepers of Indian classical music and dance.” No other dancer in the field of contemporary dance has received this Award from the Sabha, stated Deboo.
The Award is named after the......