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A tawaif was a highly successful courtesan singer‚ dancer‚ and poet who catered to the nobility of the Indian subcontinent, particularly during the Mughal era. Many tawaifs ( nautch girls to the British) were forced to go into prostitution due to a lack of opportunities by the time of the British Raj .
Dec 13, 2022 · A tawaif was a highly sophisticated courtesan of the Indian subcontinent, proficient in music and dance. Etymologists believe that the word Tawaif comes from the Arabic word ‘tauf’ or ‘tawaf’, which means circling around and has no derogatory connotation attached to it.
Jul 7, 2021 · From elite performing artists to a marginalized community living on the fringes of society, the tawaif community has undergone numerous upheavals through the years. Saba Dewan's Tawaifnama traces the impact of colonialism and the nationalist discourse on the marginalization and erasure of India's Tawaif culture.
Jun 25, 2023 · The tawaif or the courtesan was an integral part of the cultural and social fabric of the Subcontinent before the 1857 War of Independence. Why did the British ostracise this profession in...
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May 13, 2024 · Uncover the enigmatic world of the Tawaif, a symbol of artistic excellence and female empowerment. Explore the misunderstood legacy and cultural impact.
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Jun 1, 2021 · Tawaifnama, by documentary filmmaker Saba Dewan, is an intricately woven web of stories about tawaifs (courtesans), the elite professional performers and entertainers who were custodians of Hindustani classical music and dance.
