Answer: Birju Maharaj
Notes: It was born in the court of Wajid Ali Shah, the Nawab of Awadh. Agra style Kathak dance has beauty, natural balance. Along with acting there are artistic compositions, thumri, etc., as well as soulful genres such as horris (literally acting) and improvised compositions. Presently, Pandit Birju Maharaj (son of Achchan Maharajji) is considered the chief representative of this gharana.
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