Dancer and the Bag – Chennai

Rukmini Vijayakumar’s Stand-Up Comedy Debut:

A Hilarious Take on Life, Dance & Womanhood

Acclaimed dancer and choreographer Rukmini Vijayakumar steps into an unexpected spotlight—stand-up comedy! In her debut show, she brings a comical twist to her personal journey, touching on the chaos of choosing dance as a career, growing up in a traditional Indian household, navigating joint family dynamics, and the absurdities of societal expectations.

With her signature wit, Rukmini unpacks the quirks of being a woman entrepreneur, a choreographer, and a dancer striving to make a living in the arts. From studio interactions and gym encounters to experiences of racism, travel mishaps, and the unsolicited judgments thrown her way, she turns life’s ironies into laugh-out-loud moments.

This show is not just about celebrating women—it’s about exposing the hilarity of misogynistic norms and how women continue to shine despite them. Equal parts insightful and ridiculous, Rukmini’s first venture into stand-up is a fresh, funny, and unexpected take on a life well-danced.