Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Passage To Bollywood A Journey of SDS Dancers.


The Wait is Over !!

.....And is a time we've all been waiting for, the pressure, the hard work, the dazzling sets, the vibrant costumes, beautiful dancers & the dedication – the day where you get to watch our talented Dancers showcase one of the most beautiful and unique Bollywood pieces from age 4 & up & show off what they've learned.

SAVE THE DATE DECEMBER 19TH,2010

DON'T LET YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY & CO-WORKERS MISS OUT ON THIS IF YOU ENJOY WORLD MUSIC AND DANCE YOU SURELY WILL ENJOY THIS EVENT!! GUARANTEED )=

2010 SDS Recital!!!

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Support the Art & Its Source - Bollywood Dance Performance By Naach Sensation Dance Company


What are you doing in 2009 to make the world a better place?

To preserve and support the pursuit of HUMAN RIGHTS and confront the inner acceptance of others, be part of the change! ROCK FOR RIGHTS will be showcasing South Asian artists to bring awareness to this issue on January 18, 2009, at the world-renowned ALLEN ROOM at the Lincoln Center. NAACH SENSATION of Sonalee's Dance Studio is proud to support Rock For Rights and the fight against prejudice and unfairness to others. With their rhythmic beats, Naach Sensation will be performing to a collaboration of Bollywood music, to give recognition to this cause. Their performance at the Allen Room will be on part of a program that features other prominent celebrities such as Asha Puthli, Zila Khan, Sona, Ram Sampath, Shilpa Ray, Bamboo Shoots, and many more artists.


Those interested in purchasing tickets should go to www.Engendered.org, and further information about Naach Sensation of Sonalee's Dance Studio should visit www.SonaleeDanceStudio.com.


Performing Artists on Jan 18th : , Teresa Cuevas, Angela Canalese, Sonalee Vyas,Nandani Patel & Riddhi Patel



JANUARY 18TH, 2009 AT THE ALLEN ROOM ....DO NOT MISS THIS PARTY OF 2009!!

Shake things up on the dance floor at the afterparty with the reigning queens of the Bollywood dance scene, fresh off the Unforgettable Tour with Ashwairya Rai: Sonalee's Bollywood Dance Studio & DJ Kris at the turntables!!

From fierce pop divas, Warhol muses, and Sufi and electronic rock bands to contemporary pop artists and jazz and funk legends. After the show, stay for the phenomenal afterparty, get down with a sexy, international crowd to a sick and sweaty mix of house, drum 'n' bass, and Bollywood beats from international DJ Dave Sharma and DJ Kris. Watch as Lincoln Center is transformed into the largest nightclub in New York, featuring 50-foot-high floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping views of Central Park & Manhattan .

Monday, January 5, 2009

Top 5 Bollywood Best choreographed song of 2008

My ideal Bollywood choreographer is Saroj Khan, she is the goddess and most talented and creative "Dance Master." Since 80's she is the most popular choreographer in Indian Film Industry, in late 80's till 90's well known actress AKA "Dancing Queens" such as Sri Devi and Madhuri Dixit, only danced to her choreography and gave numerous amount of hits। Saroj Khan is known to give best signature steps that pretty much did wonders to the dances. There are many talented choreographers now that are doing extremely well and known for their creative style, I will be talking about them in future so you get to know them and their well known work in Bollywood Films. For now I have selected Top 5 Dance videos from Hindi movies in 2008 which I consider it to be better than the rest. Hope you also agree and enjoy the pick.. comments are appreciated, Thank you :)



1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gL0RymgAhs&feature=related

Dostana “Maa Ka Ladlaa”

Choreographer : Vaibhavi Merchant


This dance video from recent hit movie “Dostana” was fun to watch, music is definitely upbeat and vibrant, blending Bhangra beats one can’t help but move to this song. Choreography is very bollywoodish filled with jatkas & matkas, and pretty simple but its high energy and amazing performance by Abhishek Bachan, John Abraham & Priyanka Chopra makes this video look very refreshing. The concept of this video is truly hysterical and background vibrant dancers enhance the look of this video and make it seem very entertaining and festive.

2. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccBA-EV920E -

Kismat Konnection “Aa Pappi

Choreographer: Ahmed Khan


Undoubtedly Shahid Kapoor is a fabulous dancer in Bollywood, he’s trained under Shiamak Davar a renowned Bollywood Choreographer who runs a successful dance school all over India। I defiantly look forward to watching someone that you know puts heart and soul into their performance and Shahid is one of them। He’s truly a fantastic performer and has done an awesome job in this song “ Aa Pappi” from Kismat Konnection., especially the main step “swim step” at 54 secs flows seamlessly and credit goes to Shahid and his choreographer Ahmed. Well executed movements and with solid choreography.



3. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ox_HqsWbjuI

Jaane tu Jaane na – “Paapu can’t dance sala”

Choreographer: Rajeev Soorti


Simple yet effective, creative and unique. Now the trend is that you should not be afraid to sing it to your “friend” who you know has hard time shaking it right ;). The concept is fresh so it makes the dance look stylish & hip. I like it a lot since it meant to show what actual songs is all about. But Paapu Can’t Dance Sala...:)=


4. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BeRRQs5RcwU

Krazzy 4- "Krazzy 4"

Choreographer : Ganesh Acharaya


One word SPECTACULAR.. OYE IT’S HRITHIK after all and he makes this video look like millions. Hrithik sizzles with electrifying energy, vitality and class. He truly is a dynamic performer & exuberant choreography by Ganesh.


5. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_vaoGN8h9U&feature=related

Race “Khawab Dekhe”

Choreographer: Bosco/Ceaser/ Ganesh Acharya


I am not a big fan of Katrina when it comes to her acting or dancing, indeed she is sexy but I had yet to see her dance skills. At the moment the trend in Bollywood is very sexy, hip and highly influenced by Hip Hop & Funk dance styles, whatever happened to beautiful traditional/ semi classical Indian songs??? Anyway, every video nowadays is an imitation of Beyonce, Britney, Shakira, PCD etc style, which I believe works for some and looks disastrous on some. All I am saying is :: sell me the “steps” honey! :: What I like about this song is that there are more dancing sequences rather than simple posing and lip-syncing as you may see happening in other videos. I love this types of choreography which is sensual, graceful and energetic. Katrina looks sexy and sharp with her dance moves, Saif Ali Khan has made a good attempt and over all is a great dance video in this entire movie.



WORST DANCE VIDEO EVER

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rM2EvDLDTuA

Golmaal Returns " Meow"

Choreographer - Unknown


It is really okay to be inspired by one and come up with something that can be original and creative not a copy. Genuinely if you try and strive to make it look as good that one can see the effort and will appreciate it and will remember you for being that gutsy and unique. In this video “MEOW” is not about the choreography, is not about the concept and is not about the song.

IS ABOUT KAREENA KAPOOR who makes this video looks so hideous. She has nothing catlike about her or expressions and solidity in her dance movements. She looks great and her body is passable but where is her ATTITUDE, it’s very obvious that this song is an actual imitation of BEYONCE’S KITTY KAT. Well Beyonce is an electrifying, and thrilling performer to watch and to watch some one impersonate her better be danm good. In Meow Kareena lacks presence and style that this song requires and so songs looks pale and is a flop show. And it’s the worst of 2008!!