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| Stick to your roots, be grateful for your learning journey, and maintain humility! |
1. Tell us more about your background and journey.
I haven't been a dancer growing up; I am not a natural at dance, contrary to what most people would believe. However, during high school, I joined a local dance school for Latin dance. Growing up in a joint family where cousins were skilled dancers, I often found myself at the back during group performances. Driven by competitiveness, I joined the dance school to improve.
Within a few months, I was selected to assist, boosting my confidence and pushing me to take dancing more seriously. After completing my studies, during post-graduation, I participated in India's Got Talent, reaching the semi-finals. Being on TV made it easier to convince my family, who initially saw dance as a hobby, not a career. That's how my journey began.
2. When did you first decide you wanted to pursue dancing, and how did you start?
During my MBA, instead of participating in college placements, I chose to audition for India's Got Talent. Getting selected and appearing on TV was a sign for me. It became easier to convey my passion for dance to my family. That's when I decided to pursue dance as a career. Even before that, during my graduation, I converted my parking space into a dance studio, where rehearsals and classes took place. I founded "My Space Dance Studio" in 2016, teaching various dance styles and hosting events, with over 10,000 students trained nationally and internationally.
3. Who is your favorite dancer, and why?
In terms of dance styles, I follow Latin dance. "Bersy Cortez" and "Lip J" are dancers I admire. My first inspiration was my dad, and my initial Latin teacher, Isha, also played a significant role in my dance journey.
4. Can you throw some light on opportunities one gets as a dancer?
Currently, there are more opportunities for dancers. Initially, it wasn't considered a serious career option, but now, with social media, opportunities have expanded. Traveling, competitions, championships, and running dance schools were available earlier, but social media has opened up new avenues. Dancers should be ready for opportunities that come their way.
5. Is formal training required, or can one train themselves purely on the basis of talent?
I strongly believe that professional training is necessary. While everything is available online, acquiring correct knowledge and owning your talent requires formal training. Access to professional training is more convenient now, compared to the past when dancers had to travel extensively for training.
6. What piece of advice would you like to give to future and aspiring artists?
Even though everything is easily accessible now, focus on originality and spend time with yourself and your art. Stick to your roots, be grateful for your learning journey, and maintain humility. The shift in attitude towards learning needs to be balanced with an appreciation for the value gained through overcoming difficulties. Keep training, stay humble, express gratitude, and keep dancing.
Bio
She is a dancer and a choreographer. She was in the semi-finals of India's Got Talent. She has more than 127k followers on Instagram.
Interviewed by - Ashmeet Kaur
Edited by- Arunangshu Chatterjee
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