Artist Information Sri. V. Kamalakar Rao is one of the most sought-after mridangists today. Known for his deft strokes, he has been playing since the age of eight. He received advanced training from Sri. Palghat Mani Iyer and has accompanied several renowned musicians. He has also given many worldwide performances and been honored with several titles including the coveted Palghat Mani Iyer award from the Percussive Arts Academy, Bangalore.