Dhrishti Bheda - Eye Movements in Bharathanatyam

Dhrishti by meaning conveys “vision” or “eyesight”. The variations in movement of the eye in particular with the Bhava is termed as Dhrishti Bheda. As per Natya Shastra, there are 8 types of Dhrishti Bheda: 1. Samam 2. Alokitam 3. Saachi 4. Pralokitam 5. Nimilitham 6. Ullokitam 7. Anuvrittam 8. Avalokitham Click on the link to see our dance answer the poll,by clicking on the poll card at the top right corner in the solicited.