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This page describes the different hand gestures used in Bharathanatyam. Hastas / Mudras (hand gestures) are primarily classified as 28 Asamyuta Hastas (one-hand gesture) and 24 Samyuta Hastas (two-hand gestures). Each of the hastas can be used to denote various thoughts, ideas and objects.
Bharata Muni has divided hand gestures into three categories: asamyukta, samyukta, and nritta hasta. The gestures made with one hand is known as asamyukta hasta, whereas gestures made with the support of both hands is known as samyukta hasta. The hand gestures used in dance are called nritta hasta.
Jan 3, 2008 · Asamyukta hastas are done using single hand. The Natyshastra mentions about 28 Mudras ie upto Trishula Mudra. There are four new mudra added to this list ie Kataka, Vyagraha, Ardhasuchi and Palli. These Hand Gestures are a Part of Angika Abhinaya.
Jan 11, 2021 · Asamyukta hasta mudras i.e. single hand gestures are expressions to be shown by a hand. According to abhinaya darpan there are 28 asamukta hasta mudras. 1. P...
Sep 12, 2018 · This video contains ASAMYUKTA HASTA MUDRAS OR SINGLE HAND GESTURES according to Avinayadarpan. These are very important for all the classical dancers. So, thought of making a series of these...
Super slow motion demonstration of Asamyuta Hastas with the meaning, directions to hold the hasta and a practice track.
Single hand Mudras, also known as “Asamyuta Hasta Mudra” in Kathak, are an integral part of this classical Indian dance form. These gestures play a crucial role in conveying various emotions, moods, and expressions during a performance.
