Sheema Kermani

Sheema Kermani
شیما کرمانی
Kermani performing at the Sufi Conference in Sindh
Born (1951-01-16) 16 January 1951
Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
Occupations
  • Classical dancer
  • social activist
  • theater director
  • actress
Years active1959–present
HonoursPride of Performance (2023)

Sheema Kermani (also spelled Kirmani) (Urdu: شیما کرمانی; born 16 January 1951) is a Pakistani classical dancer and social activist. She is the founder of Tehrik-e-Niswan Cultural Action Group (Women's Movement). She is also an exponent of Bharatanatyam dance. Kermani is known as a renowned classical dancer, choreographer, dance guru, theatre practitioner, performer, director, producer, and TV actor based in Karachi, Pakistan. She advocates on culture, women's rights, and peace issues.

Her pioneering contribution to the promotion of culture and theatrical performances in Pakistan since 1978 have led to international acclaim.

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