From Classical Indian Dance to Hollywood: The Aparna Brielle Story

14/06/2025 25 min
From Classical Indian Dance to Hollywood: The Aparna Brielle Story

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Send us a textDancing between worlds comes naturally to Aparna Brielle. Her journey from performing ancient Bharata Natyam dance in Portland to starring alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger reveals an artist whose cultural roots fuel her creative expression.Working with comedy legends Glenn Howerton and Patton Oswalt provided Aparna with masterclass-level training, while Schwarzenegger's mentorship on FUBAR continues to shape her approach. Their guidance extends beyond performance techniques to navigating the industry's complexities, especially as a woman of color determined to create meaningful representation without being limited by stereotypes.Ready to witness a performer whose classical training meets contemporary storytelling? Catch Aparna Brielle in FUBAR Season 2, streaming now, and watch how seamlessly she moves between worlds both on screen and off.Support the show

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