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<h3>Malaya Dance Festival 2026</h3>Kurinji – In Praise of Lord Murugan“Where dance unites nations – India meets Malaysia in Rhythm and Grace.” ✨🌏📅 9 May 2026
🕘 9:00 AM📍 Shantanand Auditorium
Temple of Fine Arts
Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaSupported by
Persatuan Kebajikan Awam Malaysia
(Malaysia Public Welfare Association)

Malaysian Ringgit

Niruthia Nithyalaya Institute of Fine Arts (Regd.), in collaboration with T-Lax Avenue, proudly presents Malaya Dance Festival 2026, themed Kurinji &ndash; A Tribute in Praise of Lord Murugan.

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NIRUTHIA NITHYALAYA & T LAX AVENUE

MALAYA DANCE FESTIVAL

Shantanand Auditorium, Temple of Fine Arts, Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur

Melvin Santana Anthony Taewishai is a multidisciplinary artist whose Indian–Thai heritage deeply informs his work as both a theatre artist and dancer.

He began his theatre journey at the age of 18 under the mentorship of Master Ravi Shanker Rama Murthy at Asthana Arts, where he developed a strong foundation in both acting and dance. Since then, he has brought compelling characters to life in productions such as Naduvan (Seasons 1 & 2), Silappathikaram, Salim–Anarkali, and Dasamahavidya, each role enriching his instinctive and expressive performance style.

Trained in classical Odissi under Guru Datuk Ramli Ibrahim, Melvin seamlessly blends discipline with vulnerability, delivering performances that embody both spiritual depth and physical intensity. His versatility is further reflected in contemporary works such as Jananam 5.0 and Marupadiyum Karma (Seasons 1 & 2), under the direction of Anil Singh and S.T. Bala respectively—highlighting his commitment to bridging tradition with modern expression.

His recent dance production, Radhe! Radhe! — The Sweet Surrender, created in collaboration with the Sutra Foundation, exemplifies his pursuit of innovative and soulful artistry. Beyond the stage, Melvin has also collaborated with Zenith Music Productions on an upcoming music video filmed entirely in Sabah, set for release soon.

Upcoming Projects

Radhe! Radhe! 2.0 (Odissi) — The Sweet Surrender

10 – 12 April 2026 (Friday – Sunday) | 8:30 PM
Shantanand Auditorium, Temple of Fine Arts, Kuala Lumpur

02 May 2026 (Saturday) | 8:30 PM
Auditorium D’Sury, JKKN Seremban

09 May 2026 (Saturday) | 8:30 PM
Soka Gakkai Malaysia (SGM) Selangor Culture Centre, Klang

23 May 2026 (Saturday) | 8:30 PM
Auditorium Panggung Sari (JKKN), Taman Budaya Negeri Melaka

20 June 2026 (Saturday) | 8:00 PM
Brahma Vidyaranyam, Kulim

27 June 2026 (Saturday) | 8:30 PM
Permaisuri Zarith Sofiah Opera House, Johor Bahru

Malaya Dance Festival
09 May 2026 (Saturday) | 8:30 AM
Shantanand Auditorium, Temple of Fine Arts, Kuala Lumpur

Jananam 6.0
06 June 2026 (Saturday) | 6:30 PM
Kuen Cheng Auditorium, Kuala Lumpur

MALAYA DANCE FESTIVAL

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Niruthia Nithyalaya Institute of Fine Arts (Regd.), in collaboration with T-Lax Avenue, proudly presents Malaya Dance Festival 2026, themed Kurinji – A Tribute in Praise of Lord Murugan.

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Melvin Santana Anthony Taewishai

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