‘Lost my leg, but never my will’ How Sudha Chandran returned to the stage

Bharatanatyam dancer Sudha Chandran’s life irrevocably changed at 16 after a bus accident led to the amputation of her right leg. Despite immense pain and doubt, she embraced the Jaipur Foot and relentlessly trained. Her triumphant 1984 comeback performance stunned audiences, proving resilience and artistic brilliance can overcome profound loss, inspiring millions across India.