EP2 The Untold Story of Kathak Legacy | Nexxt In Line with Mohit Goel

What does it mean to carry a legendary family legacy in India? For some, it's a privilege. For others, it’s pressure. For Ragini Maharaj, granddaughter of the iconic Pandit Birju Maharaj Ji, it is both a blessing and a burden.In this exclusive episode of Nexxt in Line, hosted by Mohit Goel (MD, Omaxe Ltd.), Ragini shares her deeply personal journey of being next in line to one of India’s greatest cultural icons. She opens up about the reality of carrying a famous surname, the discipline required to honour tradition, and the struggles of every next-generation leader in India - whether in business, art, or family legacies.From the world of Kathak dance to the universal truth of building your own identity under family expectations, this episode is a raw and emotional conversation about leadership, sacrifice, humility, and legacy.Key Themes Covered in This Episode- The true meaning of Kathak as pooja, not entertainment- Why legacy feels like both a blessing and a burden- Growing up as the granddaughter of Pandit Birju Maharaj Ji- The struggles of second-generation leaders in art and business- The fine line between privilege, pressure, and identity- Lessons on discipline, humility, and resilience“Art is not entertainment. Your stage is your temple. Your kala is your pooja.” - Ragini Maharaj