Uday Shankar is credited with pioneering the contemporary Indian dance movement in the early 20th century.

Birju Maharaj is a renowned Kathak dancer who has incorporated contemporary elements into his performances.

Protima Gauri is a renowned dancer and choreographer who established the Nrityagram dance village in Karnataka.

Astad Deboo is a renowned dancer and choreographer who has fused Bharatanatyam with contemporary dance.

Surya Sen is a renowned dancer and choreographer who founded the Attakkalari Centre for Movement Arts in Bengaluru.

Yamini Krishnamurthy is a renowned dancer and choreographer who has made significant contributions to contemporary Odissi dance.

Chandralekha is a renowned dancer and choreographer who founded the Chhau Nritya Bharati dance company.

Shubha Mudgal is a renowned dancer and choreographer who has incorporated contemporary elements into her Kuchipudi performances.

Surya Sen is a renowned dancer and choreographer who founded the Navdhara India Dance Theatre.

Yamini Krishnamurthy is a renowned dancer and choreographer who has made significant contributions to contemporary Manipuri dance.

Chandralekha is a renowned dancer and choreographer who founded the Terpsichore Dance Company.

Astad Deboo is a renowned dancer and choreographer who has fused Kathakali with contemporary dance.

Surya Sen is a renowned dancer and choreographer who founded the Natya Vriksha dance company.

Yamini Krishnamurthy is a renowned dancer and choreographer who has made significant contributions to contemporary Sattriya dance.

Protima Gauri is a renowned dancer and choreographer who established the Nrityagram dance village in Karnataka.