Public Figure Profiles

Birju Maharaj

Pandit Birju Maharaj was an Indian dancer, composer, singer and exponent of the Lucknow "Kalka-Bindadin" Gharana of Kathak dance in India. He was a descendant of the Maharaj family of Kathak dancers, which includes his two uncles, Shambhu Maharaj and Lachhu Maharaj, and his father and guru, Acchan Maharaj. He also practised Hindustani classical music and was a vocalist. After working along with his uncle, Shambhu Maharaj at Bhartiya Kala Kendra, later the Kathak Kendra, New Delhi, he remained head of the latter, for several years, till his retirement in 1998 when he opened his own dance school, Kalashram, also in Delhi.Birju Maharaj was a recipient of the Padma Vibhushan, India's second highest civilian honor, in 1986.

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Some of their strengths

Birju Maharaj has many admirable traits.

Based on spiritual traditions from around the world, they are someone who can be described as Passionate, Generous, Curious, Intellectual, Analytical, Energetic, and Intelligent.

Idealistic and Altruistic

According to Mysticism’s Astrology tradition, Birju Maharaj is someone who is an idealist and an altruist who possesses an innovative, intellectual, and analytical mind, and who approaches life in an optimistic and easygoing manner. A person who is known for being diligent and strong.

Warm and Caring

Based on Daoism’s Ba-Zi or ‘Chinese Zodiac’ tradition, people who know Birju Maharaj well know them as someone who can be warm, caring, and compassionate, like a lamp or torch.

Methodical and Exacting

According to Hinduism’s Jyotisha or ‘Vedic Astrology’ tradition, many would also describe Birju Maharaj as someone who is careful, methodical, and a perfectionist.

A person who forms successful business partnerships, who appreciates the variety the world has to offer, who takes a frugal approach to life and tends to be a workaholic, and who engages in things that let them express their opinion.

Charismatic and Playful

Based on the Mayan Tzolk’in or ‘Mayan Astrology’ tradition, Birju Maharaj is someone who is used to being the center of attention, and who has a playful approach to dealing with life.

They are also someone who is reflective, mysterious, and purposeful, who enjoys quiet and solo work, and who thrives in positions where there is no need to report to someone else.

Altruistic and Innovative

According to Judaism’s Kabbalah tradition, Birju Maharaj tends to be someone who sacrifices things for the good of others and wants to do "good" in the world. Who is often thought of as an innovator or rebel who thrives when trying to chase a breakthrough of some sort, who has a clear and sound mind, and who can be charming and sociable.

Some of Birju Maharaj's challenges

While Birju Maharaj has many strengths, nobody is perfect. They also have some challenging traits they need to manage.

For example, Birju Maharaj can be Rebellious, Emotional, Emotionally Distant, Short-tempered, Impulsive, Difficult, and Perfectionist.

Rebellious and Emotionally Distant

One of Birju Maharaj's key challenges is that they are someone who can be rebellious and emotionally distant.

Sensitive and Critical

Birju Maharaj is someone who can be insecure, critical, and pessimistic, who can have difficulty relaxing, can be possessive and jealous, and who can have difficulty listening to others' opinions and perspectives and make hasty decisions.

Serious and Callous

Finally, Birju Maharaj also can be too giving, come across as too "high and mighty", and can have a hard time expressing feelings.

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