The Bollywood dance style has gained popularity worldwide, with those freestyle moves, encompassing a touch of different dances like Indian Classical, Bhangra, theatrical, etc., have given new definition to the conventional form of dancing. This fusion form of dancing is highly synchronized, performed in large groups with dramatic facial expressions, cinematic elements, and cardio.
Nowadays many dance groups are solely choreographing Bollywood dance style, on the beat of international music. Dance groups are stirring interest by Bollywood flash mob on local streets, malls, and restaurants. One of the major reasons for such popularity is the easy and eye-catchy moves that seem different yet compel you to move instinctively.
With the success of Bollywood films and its international fan base, Bollywood dance has hit the global spotlight. Popular shows like So you think you can dance, America’s got talent, Britain’s got talent, etc. have helped this dance form to become a mainstream dance. Not only this, but figure skaters are also performing the style with Indian music, in Olympic games, that is being watched and followed by millions. Britney Spears, Shakira, and Madonna have incorporated the Bollywood style into their different video songs and stage performances.
The Bollywood dance garnered an additional boost when Indian dance companies began to arrange dance tours to different countries. These shows are run by powerful star cast that hooks the audience abroad, to Bollywood dance. This globalization has resulted in an increased number of participants, for numerous Bollywood dance classes, in Paris, London, Cape Town, etc. London recently has evolved as the hot spot of this dance style, from previous acknowledgement of Bollywood dance as merely appropriate for Indian wedding dancers, to incorporating the form in their Zumba routines and exercises.
Platforms like Youtube, Instagram, and Tiktok have given opportunities to dance groups and choreographers to become dancefluencers by influencing a large audience worldwide. With social media, it has become easy to become famous and be recognized at a wider platform. The background dancers who were once treated like props, are now known by their names. It is now possible for the starters to build a social media presence, filled with dance routines videos, performances, and selfies, that can conveniently break into the mainstream.