Can art outshine AI? Sudharani Raghupathy thinks so
Bharatanatyam legend Sudharani Raghupathy discusses the intersection of tradition and technology, arguing that human artistic improvisation remains superior to AI. She emphasizes that the emotional depth of dance is a uniquely human capability.
Why it matters
The perspective offers a cultural critique on the limitations of artificial intelligence in creative and performing arts.
It’s a warm, humid morning. As Sudharani Raghupathy, draped elegantly in a pink sari, walks into the sunlit space between her home and dance school, Bharatalaya, in Chennai’s Mylapore, you notice a slight limp in her step. “It’s not age, I just hurt my toe,” she laughs, settling down to talk about dance. But instead of retreating into nostalgia, she seems curious about what lies ahead. Listening to the Bharatanatyam legend — poised, articulate and full of vitality — you cannot help wondering whether age matters at all.
The article presents the subject's personal views on technology and art without taking a stance on the debate.
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