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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Arshdeep Singh teases England with 'ho gai teri balle balle' moves after Old Trafford draw
Arshdeep Singh celebrates the draw (Images via X & Getty Images) India's hard-fought draw in the fourth Test at Old Trafford was nothing short of a moral victory, especially after being reduced to 0/2 early in the second innings. With the batters staging a strong comeback, the visitors left England visibly frustrated as they denied the hosts a win in Manchester on Sunday. While England players wore a look of disappointment, the Indian side celebrated the result with light-hearted joy. A video of pacer Arshdeep Singh dancing up the stairs at the ground has since gone viral on social media, capturing the upbeat mood in the camp. The player was seen performing Bhangra moves as he made his way to the dressing room. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Arshdeep, who has been sidelined from the playing XI due to an injury sustained in training, was seen breaking into a quick celebratory dance as he headed up the steps at the venue, much to the delight of cheering fans nearby. The video was initially shared by his IPL team, Punjab Kings, and later reshared by the 26-year-old on his Instagram story. He captioned the same with a witty caption, as he wrote, "Live. Laugh. Love. And dance whenever u can." Despite not featuring in the series yet, Arshdeep has been a lively presence off the field. He has frequently updated fans with glimpses from his time in England, offering a lighter side to what has been a tense and closely fought series. Arshdeep Singh on Instagram (Screengrab) Poll Do you think India's draw at Old Trafford was a moral victory? Yes, absolutely! No, it was just a draw. As India head to The Oval for the series decider, spirits in the camp appear high, with moments like Arshdeep's dance underlining the team's positive energy after a battling draw. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
India Today
6 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
Dance at Guru Tegh Bahadur's martyrdom anniversary event sparks row
A major controversy has erupted over an event in Srinagar commemorating the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, where attendees were seen dancing. The event, organised by the Punjab government's language department on Thursday, has drawn sharp criticism from the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandak Committee (SGPC). The SGPC has called it a "religious misconduct" and demanded a public apology from the Punjab government, stating that such a solemn occasion was disrespected. The committee has urged the Akal Takht Sahib to take action. Singer Bir Singh, who performed at the event, has since apologised, claiming he was not aware of the event's context as he had just returned from Australia. The SGPC stated that "these are not the songs that to be sung or to be performed or Bhangra to be worshipped there."
Time of India
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
In Bengaluru, dance is the newest way to socialise
In Bengaluru, dance workshops are emerging as the new mode of socialising. From Bhangra bootcamps to Garba pop-ups, Latin socials to semi-classical Sundays, the city is in the middle of a dance revolution, one workshop at a time. 'THESE WORKSHOPS HELP MAKE PEOPLE BELONG TO A COMMUNITY' Chandni Jondhale, founder of Belly pop, a belly dance group in Bengaluru, says there's a clear demand for live experiences. 'People are prioritising movement, embodiment, and self-expression as part of their well-being. Belly dance, especially, is powerful because it reclaims parts of ourselves we've been taught to hide. So, these workshops aren't just classes — they're part of a movement toward holistic wellness and self-empowerment,' she shares. Brijesh Yadav, founder of New York Dance Classes, says, 'Bengaluru is a melting pot of cultures, and teaching Garba or Bhangra here is about honouring the roots of these forms while opening them up to wider appreciation. It's not cultural transplantation — it's cultural dialogue. While Bhangra & Garba workshops are enjoyed by people of its origin, the locals also enjoy the fervour of these dances equally.' Tanya Ballal, founder of Ekisa Dancers, shares her thoughts, 'More than anything, these workshops permit people to take up space—in their bodies, in the room, and the world. It creates a space where you can show up exactly as you are and still feel celebrated.' Dance is like meditation for me – a way back to myself; a way to connect to my body, and express myself with it. It allows me to deeply understand and untangle the stresses of the week. Loreto Basumatary, a regular at dance workshops 'DANCING WITH STRANGERS HAS MADE ME FEEL CONFIDENT' For Shalini Puthal, dance is equal parts fun, fitness, and freedom. She says, 'I go for the fun of it. And in the back of my mind, I always think of it as a movement which is necessary for the body. With strangers, I feel it's the initial thought of being judged, but once you are out there, you see everyone is in their flow, similar to a gym where people are more focused on being better themselves to notice you. It eases my mind, so at the end of the session, it's a great feeling of doing something fulfilling. 'DANCING IS THE BEST DIGITAL DETOX IN TODAY'S TIME' For many, dance is not only about learning steps but also about reconnecting with themselves and others. 'I am so happy to be away from my phone for some time and to do something different other than the usual work or going out and eating out. This is also an experience where your mind is occupied, and you are trying to learn something new, a step to get right or remembering what move comes after another, or even just interacting with people in person and not on the phone,' shares Shalini. Brijesh believes that for people living away from home, dance workshops offer a form of belonging. ' People show up not just to learn choreography, but to be seen, to be part of something alive. Many says it's the best digital detox in today's time,' he adds.
India Today
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee kickstarts 134th Durand Cup with grand ceremony
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee inaugurated the historic 134th edition of the Durand Cup, Asia's oldest football tournament, with a spectacular opening ceremony at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium. This year's event comes with the prize money being increased almost three times, with the winners taking home a whopping 3 crore who traditionally launches this iconic tournament, was back this year after missing season's event due to official duties in Delhi. She formally kicked off the tournament by taking a symbolic shot at the ball, and joined at the event by Sports Minister Aroop Biswas, Fire Minister Sujit Bose, and Minister of State for Sports Manoj Tiwary, along with senior Indian Army West Bengal Chief Minister spoke about the rich history of the Durand Cup, one of the oldest football tournaments in the world, which was first held in 1888. Banerjee also said she was proud to see four teams from Kolkata take part in the tournament this year. 'Especially since it began in Bengal, and this time, four teams from Bengal are participating, we are proud,' she however, didn't entertain any questions about the Indian Super League, which has been put on hold at the moment. 'Please don't ask me about that here. This is not the right place.'The opening ceremony saw a flypast by three Indian army helicopters, and also featured dancers performing to a song written by Mamata Banerjee herself. Various army divisions showcased diverse dance forms like Bhangra, Rabindra Nritya, and the Khukuri dance during the ceremony as well. A total of 24 teams will take part in the tournament this year, along with two teams from Nepal and Malaysia. The final of the tournament will take place on August 23 Durand Cup 2025: Teams and groupsGroup A: East Bengal FC, Indian Air Force FT, Namdhari FC, South United FCGroup B: Mohun Bagan Super Giant, Mohammedan SC, Diamond Harbour FC, Border Security Force FTGroup C: Jamshedpur FC, Tribhuvan Army FT, Indian Army FT, 1 Ladakh FCGroup D: Punjab FC, ITBP FT, Karbi Anglong Morning Star FC, Bodoland FCGroup E: Shillong Lajong FC, NorthEast United FC, Malaysian Armed Forces, Rangdajied United FCGroup F: TRAU FC, NEROCA FC, Real Kashmir FC, Indian Navy FT- Ends
India Today
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Man performs Bhangra on London Underground escalator as commuters record video
A man dancing Bhangra on a London Underground escalator has caught the internet's attention after a video of the moment went viral on social some commuters looked on or recorded the scene, others continued on their way as the man danced down the escalator with a portable speaker playing the popular Punjabi track Mundian Tu Bach Ke a portable speaker, the man performed enthusiastic steps, unfazed by the curious glances of fellow The video was shared by Instagram user ' with the caption, 'Indian people are so happy.'Watch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by @ cursory glance at the comments section suggests that the internet seemingly enjoyed the performance. The video has garnered over 10,000 views so far.- Ends
