29th April,2024, Mumbai: Bollywood’s colourful tapestry of dance genres brings a distinct flavour to the worldwide dance scene on World Dance Day, when people throughout the world celebrate the rhythm of movement. Explore the fascinating dance adventures of these nine Bollywood actors, who all embody and skillfully present their classic dance traditions.
- Richa Chadha – Kathak: Richa Chadha’s association with Kathak dates back to her early years, when she had official training in this traditional dance style. But because of her academic obligations, her pursuit of Kathak was put on hold for the time being. Her enthusiasm for Kathak was rekindled by the possibility of collaborating with the renowned filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Richa’s performances in films like Heeramandi have received praise for their elegance and sincerity, demonstrating her commitment to learning this complex dance style.
- Janhvi Kapoor – Belly dance: Janhvi Kapoor has embraced belly dance with style and grace, taking her cue from her iconic mother, Sridevi. She mesmerised fans with her natural talent and compelling stage presence in a recent viral video that included her easy and captivating moves set to the sounds of “San Sanana.”
- Ishan Khattar – Bollywood Freestyle:Ishan Khattar’s versatility and contagious charisma on the dance floor define his dance career. Even though he executes Bollywood dance sequences with skill, his freestyle actions really show off his originality and talent. Ishan Kapoor, who is frequently compared to his brother Shahid Kapoor, has made a name for himself with his exciting dance performances.
- Naila Grrewal – Hip-Hop: Naila Grrewal is a rising star in the Bollywood dance industry, best known for her part in Mamla Legal Hai. Her love of hip-hop dance styles is clear from the emotive and energetic performances she gives in the dancing videos she posts on social media. Naila becomes a force to be reckoned with in the hip-hop dance scene thanks to her charisma and rhythm, which fascinate audiences.
- Raghav Juyal – Slow Motion: Raghav Juyal’s innovative slow-motion dance technique served as his gateway to the world of dance. He’s become a trendsetter in the Indian dance world thanks to his creative choreography and flawless timing. Raghav has won over audiences’ hearts with his trademark “Slow Mo” routines and encouraged other dancers to experiment with new forms of expression and movement.
- Tara Sutaria: Tara Sutaria, who had training in Latin American dances, modern dance, and classical ballet, has a special blend of grace and accuracy in her performances. Her adventure started at an early age, where she trained at elite schools in ballet and modern dance. Tara’s ability to perform Latin American dances well highlights her versatility as a dancer and gives her repertoire more depth and variety.
- Sanya Malhotra – Popping and Splitting: Her ability to perform a variety of dance styles with ease and versatility has defined her dancing career. Her smooth movements and refined technique, which span from contemporary to ballet, are the result of years of intense training and practice. Sanya’s passion for popping and splitting gives her performances a dynamic edge, and her passionate and energising routines captivate spectators.
- Alaya F – Contemporary: Alaya F’s love of dance is evident in her emotive contemporary dance performances. She is skilled in a variety of dance forms, such as Kathak and Western dance, but her expressive and flowing modern dance moves are what really bring her talent to life. Alaya continues to inspire and mesmerise audiences with her mesmerising dance performances, and her social media fan base is rising.
- Nora Fatehi: Hip Hop & Belly Dancing: Moroccan-Since 2014, Canadian dancer and performer Nora Fatehi has carved out a successful career in Bollywood. With her captivating dance skills, the self-taught artist swept the industry off its feet and won praise in South Indian and Hindi film. Because of her captivating motions, Nora is often likened to the great dancing figure Helen. Nora, who is talented and versatile in a variety of dance forms such as Belly dance, Hip Hop, and Freestyle, never fails to enthral audiences.
-Sapna Meena