Sheema Kermani | |
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شیما کرمانی | |
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Years active | 1959–present |
Honours | Pride of Performance (2023) |
Sheema Kermani (also spelled Kirmani) (Urdu: شیما کرمانی; born 16 January 1951) is a Pakistani classical dancer and social activist.[1] She is the founder of Tehrik-e-Niswan Cultural Action Group (Women's Movement).[2] She is also an exponent of Bharatanatyam dance.[3][4] Kermani is known as a renowned classical dancer, choreographer, dance guru, theatre practitioner, performer, director, producer, and TV actor based in Karachi, Pakistan. She advocates on culture, women's rights,[5] and peace issues.
Her pioneering contribution to the promotion of culture and theatrical performances in Pakistan since 1978 have led to international acclaim.