Disguised Princess of Vidarbha & Master of Classical Dance (Natya)• Granth: Panchatantra & Jataka
Princess Malavika
मालविका
The accomplished princess of Vidarbha living disguised as a royal maid whose sublime mastery of classical dance won the admiration of King Agnimitra.
Known Epithets & Aliases
Heroine of MalavikagnimitramMaster of Natya
Significance & Lore
Malavika's story in Kalidasa's Malavikagnimitram provides an invaluable window into ancient India's courtly performing arts and dramaturgy.
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Key Attributes & Weapons
- ✦Heroine of Kalidasa's First Play
- ✦Master of Chalika Dance
- ✦Princess of Vidarbha
- ✦Shunga Court Drama
Canonical Reference
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