Ashna Dev is an accomplished Bharatanatyam dancer with over 18 years of experience both as a private instructor and performer. Her expertise extends to various dance forms such as Kuchipudi, Mohiniyattam, Folk, and Freestyle. She is a Master of Arts in Dance and stood Second Rank from Bangalore University. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance from Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady. Her significant achievements include the prestigious Ugadi Puraskar in 2002 by the Vishakha Cultural Academy and the Bala Ratna Award in 2003 by Vishakha Uttama, Andhra Pradesh. She has participated in numerous national and international seminars and workshops led by legends like Anita Ratnam, Dr. Rajasree Warrier and Dr. Methil Devika. The Andhra Pradesh State conferred upon her Natyam Award in 2002 and 2003. She is a winner of the 2008 Star Wars competition by Kairali TV. She is also a member of the US-based organization Mandalam - Performing Arts of India.