Kamini Manikam is an accomplished Bharathanatyam artiste, choreographer, imagineer, producer, director, and educator. She has performed more than 350 shows since embarking on her dancing career at the age of three. From thematic productions to international showcases, her performances have bagged awards and accolades both locally and internationally.

Lipstick! is derived from the famed LIPSTICK Series 2 repertoire. This Bharathanatyam piece revolves uniquely around the concept of gender equality. Composed in the format of a Dharu Varnam, this composition is challenging as it incorporates a myriad of dance techniques such as elaborate facial expressions, strenuous footwork in varied rhythm patterns and complicated dance sequence.