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Aparna Ramaswamy is a renowned choreographer and the Executive Artistic Director of Ragamala Dance Company, often described as a co-creator with her mother, Ragamala co-founder Ranee Ramaswamy. Her work blends the classical Indian dance form Bharatanatyam with contemporary movement to explore cultural hybridity, diaspora narratives, and the evolving dialogue between tradition and modernity. Based in Minnesota and a prominent figure on international stages, Aparna has helped Ragamala bring stories of memory, identity, and resilience to audiences around the world.