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Brahmasri Dr.Madugula NagaPhani Sarma

Dr. Madugula Nagaphani Sarma, in modern times is singularly credited to have revived and revolutionized this rare art of Avadhanam in both Telugu and Sanskrit languages.

'''Dr.Sarma has performed an extraordinary feat of Dwisahasravadhanam, answering questions of 2116 pruchakas (questioners) in an event spanning 37 days. He is the first and only Dwisahasravadani to perform in both Telugu and Sanskrit languages.'''

'''Blessed with mastery of his cognitive capabilities, Dr. Sarma uses a delectable mix of literature, poetry, music, wit and humour to create exquisite shlokas, poetry and songs. He is credited to be highly creative with his presentation by bringing a whiff of novelty to each of Avadhanams.'''

Apart from the 8 aspects of Avadhanam which are:


 * Dattapadi
 * Samasyaa Pooranam
 * Varnana
 * Aasuvu
 * Nishiddhakshari
 * Aprastuta Prasangam
 * Anuvadhanam

Dr. Nagaphani Sarma was the first to introduce new aspects like Mee Prasnaku Naa Paata, Swarapadi (Music), Nrityapadi (Dance) and Chitrapadi (Drawing), highlighting the interrelationship among language, literature and culture.

'''Over the years, Dr. Nagaphani Sarma’s Avadhanams have stood a class apart and have attracted the praise of prominent celebrities, leaders in public life and general masses alike. Many famous personalities like Shri P.V. Narasihma Rao, Shri A.B.Vajpayee, Shri. Shankar Dayal Sharma, Shri. N. T. Rama Rao, Shri. M. Venkaiah Naidu, Shri. Mohan Bhagwat, M.Bala Muralikrishnan,to name a few, were spellbound by his extraordinary memory, presence of mind and wit coupled with his unique melodious voice.'''

Dr. Sarma has performed across various cities in India and was also invited to other countries like the U.S.A., Australia, Singapore,

Bahrain, U.K., Germany and France, where he had performed avadhanams receiving thunderous applause everywhere.