About Anthardhaari

A collective rooted
in humanity.

Anthardhaari Arts Foundation is a collective of value-driven individuals who believe in the transformative power of the arts rooted in humanity.

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Our story
Nature · Arts · Humanity

Where artistic practice goes beyond performance.

The foundation is built on the intention to create meaningful spaces where artistic practice becomes a medium for reflection, connection, and shared experience.

Guided by sensitivity, honesty, and a commitment to what truly matters, Anthardhaari seeks to nurture environments where art becomes a way of understanding ourselves and the world around us.

Founder & Artistic Director
Manjula Ponnapalli — Founder & Artistic Director

Manjula Ponnapalli

For over two decades, Manjula's journey has been deeply interwoven with music through teaching, performing, and facilitating workshops across India and internationally.

She has engaged with universities, institutions, individuals, and diverse communities, witnessing first-hand how the arts awaken sensitivity and cultivate a shared sense of belonging.

Anthardhaari emerged from this lived understanding that art, when offered with kindness and intention, holds the power to reconnect and strengthen bonds within communities and renew our relationship with the natural world.

Our Mission · ध्येय

To cultivate art-led programmes, workshops and community spaces that support inner balance and collective wellbeing.

Alongside structured initiatives, Anthardhaari offers open music sessions for anyone — encouraging learning, listening, and artistic curiosity without the expectation to perform.

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Inner Balance

Connecting to the quiet depth within oneself before expressing outward into the world.

02

Open Learning

Music and arts education fostered with patience, curiosity, and zero pressure to perform.

03

Community Spaces

Cultivating inclusive circles where dialogue, rhythm, and genuine belonging flourish.

04

Living Metaphors

Using nature and the arts as living mirrors to remind us of harmony and coexistence.

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