Frequently Asked Questions.

What is Bollywood?

It is the Indian counterpart of Hollywood. Basically Bollywood films means Indian films and Bollywood indicates that they are in the language Hindi. There are other such 'woods', depending on the Indian state they are from like Tollywood from Andhra Pradesh [Language – Telugu], Kollywood from Tamilnadu [Language – Tamil]. The film industry in Mumbai (Bombay) is called Bollywood. Bollywood is the largest film producer in India and one of the largest centres of film production in the world.
Examples of Bollywood films that are popular in US are Slumdog Millionaire, Bend it Like Beckham, Bride and Prejudice, Namesake, Monsoon Wedding.

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How are Bollywood Films different from other Films?

Bollywood Films are basically Indian Films in the language Hindi. Generally speaking there are some distinct traits in a Bollywood film: they are usually much longer in duration — on an average about 3 hours with an interval in the middle. There has been a growing presence of Indian English in dialogue and songs as well. It is common to see films that feature dialogue with English words (also known as Hinglish), phrases, or even whole sentences. Bollywood films have song and dance in them, which might come as a surprise to an average audience. In Bollywood, songs and dance indicate the emotion or feeling — for example a boy meets a girl and a song might follow to indicate how madly the boy is in love with the girl.

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What is Bollywood Dance?

Simply speaking it is the dance style in the Bollywood films. It is freestyle dancing with a blend of numerous styles of dance including Kathak, Bharatnatyam, Odissi, Garba & Bhangra as well as Belly-dance, Latin, Hip hop, Contemporary and Jazz. Bollywood dance itself is a style which encompasses all of these styles and more, as well as having its own unique flavour and merit.

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How is Bollywood Dance Done?

Bollywood Dances typically comment on the action or event taking place in the movie. The movements are usually an enactment of that event in dance form. Sometimes, a dance is worked into the plot so that a character has a reason to dance. Other times, a dance is an externalisation of a character's thoughts, or presages an event that has not occurred yet in the plot — in this case, the event is often two characters falling in love.

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Why Bollywood Dance?

• It's fun!
• Brings out the Creative you
• Unique cultural experience
• Great stress buster
• Energising
• Increases concentration
• Improves co-ordination
• Connects people
• Makes you happy
• Anyone can do it!

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Do I have to join on the first Monday of every month?

No, you can join any Monday of the month. But we advise new joiners and beginners to start either on the first or third Monday of the month as that is when we start a new routine. That way you can start fresh without needing to catch up from the last class.

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Do I have to reserve a place in advance?

No, as long as you have signed up online it is fine. But please note that we can accommodate only a maximum of 20 students in the studio, and if we have more than 20 students preference will be given in the order of sign-up on the website.

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What does a typical Class look like?

A typical class will start off with a warm-up routine which will get you active and ready for the class. This will be followed by learning one or two Bollywood dance routines. Finally we will close with a cool-down routine. At the end of the class you will be able to do a 2–4 minute routine on a Bollywood song.
Warm-up song: Chennai Express. Cool-down song: Teri Ore — Singh is King. For weekly routine songs refer to the Facebook page.

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What to wear in terms of clothes and shoes?

Whatever you are most comfortable in and attire that won't restrict your movements. Most students wear yoga clothes, t-shirts, tank tops, sweats or other activewear. Indian clothes are welcome too. For footwear: comfortable shoes, bare feet, dance sandals, jazz shoes, dansneakers, plain sneakers, or socks.

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Should I bring anything with me?

Bring a bottle of water to keep you hydrated. And lots of energy and smiles.

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Is it Aerobic?

Yes, it does provide a good workout. However the main purpose of Bollywood dance is to let your hair down, relax, and let your creativity flow.

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Where can I find the songs from the class?

Class Warm Up Song:  Chennai Express — Chennai Express
Class Cool Down Song:  Teri Ore — Singh is King
For the songs from weekly routines refer to our  Facebook Page .

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Do you have any classes for kids?

Currently our classes are offered to Adults. We would love to offer classes for the little ones, and it is on our list. If you subscribe for our updates, we will make sure you are the first to know when we start the classes.

Do you do private classes or choreography for special occasions?

Yes. We do private classes for couples, hen nights, and baby showers. Drop us a note at BDanceMasti@gmail.com or call us at (614) 388-9057 for prices and more information.

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