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India Today
26-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Curious case of missing dance from dance numbers - no choreography, only clickbait
Once upon a time, a dance number meant dance. It included high-energy choreography, expressive moves, and storytelling through motion. Today, what is often labelled as a dance number feels more like a tactic to fill cinema halls. From weddings to break-up parties, festivals to night outs, the film industry has long provided a track for every occasion. But in the race to go viral, is it losing the very soul of dance?advertisementLook at the recent crop of viral songs. 'Dabidi Dibidi', 'Mere Mehboob' to 'Kissik'. Catchy? Yes. Stylish? Absolutely. But do they have dance? That depends on how one defines it. Because if you think gyrating with the man in the video or jumping on him makes for a step, then you haven't seen the pure challenge of Helen's 'Mehbooba Mehbooba' or the stunning workout-like moves of Katrina Kaif's 'Chikni Chameli'. In today's Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts-driven world, songs are often tailor-made for that one viral step or even just a what does the industry think? spoke to the industry experts - dancers, choreographers, producers, directors, and also the audience to understand where dance has vanished from these sizzling, fun has the process changed? Veteran director, producer, and choreographer Ahmed Khan noted how the process of creating dance numbers has dramatically changed over the years. 'It's not how it was in the early 90s. It has changed in the 2000s, 2010s, and 2020s. The process has been very different. Earlier, there used to be music recordings, sittings, discussions of songs. Then actors used to come for recordings, sit and talk,' he shared.'Now, actors come directly on set at times. I'm not saying there's anything wrong, but I think the actors are more prepared today. They are well-versed in their homework. Before coming into the industry, they trained themselves,' reflected preparation, however, doesn't always translate into physical choreography. It often plays out in how a shot looks, not how a dance line between glamour and discomfortActor Elli AvrRam admits the line between glamour and discomfort can get actors have an opinion when it comes to the making of dance numbers? She responds, 'In costumes? Yes, absolutely. From camera angles, though? I would say once you reach a certain position, you can be allowed to be heard.''I'm not somebody who feels that it is graceful when you suddenly end up seeing your song and there's a zoomed shot of your breast, for example. I feel it is a little bit ridiculous and not tasteful to be honest,' AvrRam the actor's lens, artistic control is often tied to your standing in the industry. She candidly shared, 'It also depends on where you are in your career and how comfortable you are with yourself. You should also have the guts to express your opinion. Without being afraid that it will be taken in a bad way. I think that comes with a lot of integrity - to just have the guts to be you and express what you feel.' But, is it more vulgar than fun?advertisementYet, not all songs maintain this balance. Some openly invite accusations of bluntly said, 'If it's vulgar, it's vulgar. Who makes them do it? The makers, the choreographer, or the director. They have some intention in their mind. As makers, you have to keep a thin line. And that line is on you, whether you want to cross it or not. There's nothing like unknown. When you end up teasing somebody, you can't say 'I did it unknowingly.' You are teasing. There's an effort to it and an action to it.'AvrRam, who has been part of songs like 'Harr Funn Maula' alongside actor Aamir Khan and 'Chamma-Chamma', says her comfort and craft come first. 'Personally, I have not experienced anything like this (criticism) in any of the songs I have done. I don't think I would ever do anything where I feel uncomfortable, or I think it's going in some other direction.'advertisement'I'm very opinionated when it comes to my craft. Because obviously, I want to deliver my best. I want to feel my best while I'm performing. My dance moves have to resonate with me. I've always just surrendered to the choreographer, the director, and their vision,' she her, this line isn't just about personal comfort but social responsibility.'I think in certain things, it's very important as a human being, and when you're also an artiste. It's all very individual - how deeply, sensibly, and intelligently you choose to develop. That you are a part of something, creating something that will reach out to a larger audience. There are sometimes family films. Will it make sense to portray a dance number like this in a family? Like, for children - one has to be extremely sensitive,' the actor said. Entertainment over storytelling for viralityDirector Siddharth P Malhotra admits most of these songs are made more for entertainment than storytelling. 'I don't think there is a narrative purpose it will serve. It just gives you more entertainment. A dance number, unless it's a dance-based film, will not help you in the narrative of the film.'advertisement'What helps is that it creates some kind of trend. If a dance step has become viral, people use it to dance at parties or in nightclubs. You impersonate a star's favourite step and that's pretty much the idea,' he sees a viral song as a tool to increase the film's reach.'Every director does not come with audience expectations. Some directors love dance-steps and are very picky about them. Some are not. Each director today is actually now telling a story and being honest with their story more than the formula of the story. The competition has gone so high that now if you don't deliver, you're gone,' the 'Kal Ho Naa Ho' director said.'You want that one step, which hopefully will become the 'Tauba-Tauba'. It will help your film gain further popularity. The viral dance step will make your film eternal. For the prosperity of the film, every director or producer would want some kind of step that sticks with the youth or with the masses in general,' he said. Do these songs help in business?Trade analyst Girish Johar echoed this sentiment. He said, 'I think that they definitely help with getting a lot of eyeballs and getting a lot of resonance. Music is a very critical element in the Indian movie ethos. Whenever a film does well, music plays a very critical role."advertisementJohar points to 'Tauba-Tauba' and the songs of 'Stree' to illustrate how music still drives audience verdict?From the audience's side, the reactions are more airline professional and mother of two, Seema Chhillar, shared: 'If a song is playing on loop at home because my kids love it, we naturally get curious about the film behind it. It often tempts us to plan a theatre outing. As a mother, I'm always mindful of what my kids are watching. When a song with suggestive choreography suddenly comes on, it puts me in an awkward spot,' she Birla, a 26-year-old software engineer and avid Bollywood fan, said: 'As someone who loves dancing and grew up copying full dance routines from songs like 'Desi Girl' or 'Ghagra', it's disappointing. How am I supposed to recreate some of these dance moves that we see on reels today?' That tension between glamour and grace is where most dance numbers now live. Some dazzle. Some distract. Many barely dance at all. Whether you groove to them or scroll past, they aren't going offbeat anytime soon.- Ends
Mint
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Internet furious as CBFC cuts Superman-Lois kiss scene. Fans ask 'they allow scantily clad Bollywood item songs—why?
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is once again at the centre of controversy after cutting a 33-second kiss between Superman and Lois Lane in the Indian theatrical release of the new 'Superman' film. While the film continues to draw crowds, many fans have taken to social media to criticise the decision, accusing the board of hypocrisy and cultural double standards. The outrage erupted shortly after the film began screening in India, with many viewers noticing an abrupt cut during a key emotional moment between the characters. Initial confusion gave way to anger when it was revealed that the edit had been mandated by the censor board. 'This kiss was part of the storyline. The way it was chopped off, it felt like a glitch in the theatre (sic),' wrote one viewer on X. 'Only later did I realise it was a CBFC cut. Sad! (sic)' Fans expressed frustration over what they perceive as a double standard in the board's approach to censorship. One user remarked, "Censor board is cutting off kissing scenes while item songs objectifying women—which cause way more harm in society—are allowed without issue. If he was pinching her navel and slapping her butt instead, suddenly it'd become sanskari for the censor board (sic)." Another user mockingly congratulated the CBFC by writing, 'Oh, bravo, CBFC! Cutting a 33-second Superman-Lois kiss to 'protect' us, while letting vulgar item numbers slide—truly a masterclass in cultural logic! Guess superheroes need to stick to punching, not smooching, in this oh-so-pure cinematic utopia (sic).' Others pointed out inconsistencies with recent Bollywood releases. 'Housefull 5's double meaning and vulgar jokes were fine though (sic),' noted one fan, while another added, 'But they allow scantily clad Bollywood item songs—why? (sic)' Some expressed disappointment on a storytelling level. 'The worst part is, she said 'I love you too'. Without seeing this moment, the story feels incomplete (sic).' The backlash has sparked broader criticism of the CBFC's cultural leanings. 'Dehati sanskari censor board members shouldn't have the right to decide for me what I can or cannot watch (sic),' wrote one angry user. 'If only the government spent this much effort and money on prosecuting sexual offenders.' Another added a satirical take with a pop culture reference. 'Butt-punching scenes are allowed, kissing 'spoils the youth' of the nation (sic),' adding a GIF from the viral 'Dabidi Dibidi' song from 'Daaku Maharaj'. Internet reactions to the censored kiss scene in Superman. As public sentiment continues to mount online, the controversy has reignited debates around censorship, artistic freedom, and cultural hypocrisy in Indian cinema. Whether the CBFC will respond or reconsider its stance remains to be seen.
News18
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Orry Dances To 'Sheila Ki Jawani', Hits The Dance Floor With His Energetic Moves
Last Updated: Orry's videos from parties often go viral on social media. Previously, he also attended a bash with Urvashi Rautela when he was even seen pushing the actress. Orry, aka Orhan Awatramani, is a social media sensation for a reason. He never fails to grab everyone's attention each time he attends a party or makes a public appearance. Recently too, Orry left everyone stunned when he turned a party into a flash mob. In a video that has surfaced on social media, Orry is seen dancing to Katrina Kaif's hit track Sheila Ki Jawani at a party. The social media sensation is seen standing on a table and flaunting his energetic moves as the crowd cheers for him and records his video. He is seen sporting a black vest with blue denim and a matching cap. Watch the video here: Orry's videos from parties often go viral on social media. Previously, he also attended a bash with Urvashi Rautela when he was even seen pushing the actress. Later in an interview, Orry mentioned that even though he was the host at the party, Urvashi grabbed everyone's attention with her spotlight. 'I was at a party the other day with Urvashi Rautela and she has entered the party and I was on the table. I was the host and it was her birthday and she enters the club. I was like staring at her and I was like 'what the hell!'. She has come with spotlight on her. Like not the club's spotlight, she brought her own. It wasn't a little iPhone torch and it wasn't a selfie light that you can hold in your hand. No. This was a light. She had a man, who was carrying a light. And I have the video," Orry told SCREEN. 'That was the power of her light. Like it didn't matter who you were. You could be Donald Trump and you would take out your phone to record Urvashi's entrance. And I was like this woman knows what she is doing. And I have never had to do that. My light comes from within," he added. Orry mentioned that after the spotlight entry, he took revenge on Urvashi by pushing her when they were dancing to her song 'Dabidi Dibidi'. He admitted that the actress was taking too much attention and therefore, he was feeling very insecure. 'I was like, 'Urvashi, you are taking too much attention. This is not okay. I am feeling very insecure and your physical spotlight is outshining my inner glow," he said. First Published:
News18
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Urvashi Rautela Claims Leonardo DiCaprio Calls Her 'Queen Of Cannes'; Orry Reacts
Last Updated: Urvashi Rautela was recently seen in Daaku Maharaj, in which she impressed everyone with her song, Dabidi Dibidi. Urvashi Rautela recently attended the Cannes Film Festival, where she met other global icons and actors. Among others, it appears that the actress also had an interaction with Leonardo DiCaprio. In the wee hours of Thursday, Urvashi took to her Instagram handle and dropped a couple of pictures in which she was seen taking a selfie with the Titanic star. In the caption of her post, Urvashi mentioned that Leonardo DiCaprio calls her 'queen of Cannes". 'When Leonardo DiCaprio calls you the Queen of Cannes! 😌👑 Thank you, Leo… now that's a Titanic compliment," she wrote. Check it out here: Soon after the post was shared, social media sensation Orry aka Orhan Awatramani, who is also good friends with Urvashi, reacted to it and commented, 'What do u mean when he calls u queen of Cannes ??? U r the queen of cannes what else is he meant to u ?? Didi ?? Bhenjiii??? Urvashi Baiiii??" Netizens React To Urvashi Rautela's Claims However, social media users found it difficult to believe in Urvashi Rautela's claims. 'Dear Urvashi, if you are the one who is spreading this and not a member of your family, I want to tell you that you are only insulting yourself and the dignity of a real star is created by her love for herself so that everyone respects her and not by running after the spotlight and fame in a way that does not suit her," one of the users wrote. 'You are not 21, shut up," added another. Meanwhile, on the work front, Urvashi Rautela was recently seen in Daaku Maharaj, in which she impressed everyone with her song, Dabidi Dibidi. Picturised on the actress and Nandamuri Balakrishna, the song has been garnering attention ever since its release. Apart from Balakrishna, the film boasts a stellar ensemble cast, including Bobby Deol, Pragya Jaiswal, Shraddha Srinath, Rishi, Chandini Chowdary, Urvashi Rautela, and Pradeep Rawat in key roles. Directed by Bobby Kolli, the film received a strong response from both critics and audiences. First Published:
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29-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Urvashi Rautela hits back at influencer who called her 'trying to be Aishwarya Rai with 0 charisma': 'Cannes didn't invite me to...'
The actress added, 'Cannes didn't invite me to blend in, I came to stand out. If my look, my style, or my confidence makes you uncomfortable…' read more Urvashi Rautela also made her way to the Cannes Film Festival this year but a comment didn't go down well with the actress. The comment read- 'trying to be Aishwarya Rai with 0 charisma.' Rautela responded by saying, 'So apparently I'm 'trying to be Aishwarya Rai with 0 charisma'? Darling… Aishwarya is iconic. But I'm not here to be anyone's duplicate. I'm the blueprint.' The actress added, 'Cannes didn't invite me to blend in, I came to stand out. If my look, my style, or my confidence makes you uncomfortable… maybe take a deep breath (or two). I'm not everyone's cup of tea - I'm more like champagne with fireworks.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Urvashi Rautela and Nandamuri Balakrishna's bold steps in Daaku Maharaaj's song Dabidi Dibidi garnered severe backlash from audiences on social media. In the track, Nadamuri Balakrishna is seen hitting her belly button on beats and later on on the rear. The choreography was termed 'vulgar' and 'cringe' by netizens on social media. But Urvashi, who is paid handsomely for her projects, has made history by becoming the first actress to buy Rolls Royce Cullinan worth Rs 12 crore. She has also joined the Instagram Forbes Rich List. Now, the actress has reacted to the audience's criticism and said that the song is made for Balayya fans and every lyric is crafted according to their mindset. She said, 'When you look at my rehearsal clips, everything went really well. It was like how we usually choreograph for any song. I was working with Master Shekar, with whom I've collaborated before this was my fourth time. So it wasn't like I was shocked or doing something completely out of the ordinary.' Directed by Bobby Kolli, Daaku Maharaaj also featured Bobby Deol, Pragya Jaiswal, Shraddha Srinath, Rishi, Chandini Chowdary, Pradeep Rawat, Sachin Khedekar, Shine Tom Chacko, Viswant Duddumpudi, Aadukalam Naren and Ravi Kishan in prominent roles.
