Spanish freediver and dancer/choreographer Ariadna Hafez performed a breathtaking tango ten metres underwater for Tang'O, a three minute film directed and produced by Frenchman Bastien Soleil.

Underwater Tango: Spanish dancer freedives for breathless performance

Coronavirus restrictions failed to stop the party spirit in Cologne on Saturday (February 13), where carnival goers were confined to their cars but still managed to dance and have fun.

Stuck in their cars but Cologne carnival goers still have a party

In a normal year, the dozens of teenaged ballet dancers eyeing the prestigious Prix de Lausanne award would leap in from all across the world to the Swiss city of Lausanne to compete beneath the bright lights of the theatre. With COVID-19 restrictions, dancers are showing pre-recorded routines on a flat screen instead, before socially distanced judges in a hotel ballroom, with no live audience.

"Dance will prevail" as top ballet competition goes virtual

Japanese cheerleaders danced and cheered on commuters outside a Tokyo rail station on Thursday (January 7) in a bid to lift spirits with the capital heading into another state of emergency over the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rah! Japanese cheerleaders lift commuters' spirits amid pandemic

<p>As the world came to an abrupt pause this year courtesy of the coronavirus pandemic, businesses and people worked their way around the tough time. In the world of dance, as doctors and nurses adapted and battled pandemic blues by dancing in PPE suits, others organised balcony concerts in Spain and Italy to lift up the spirits. Moving towards a new year, Indian Australian choreographer Ashley Lobo took into account key highlights of 2020 with the lens of dance.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an interaction with Ashley Lobo, the choreographer-dancer said, "This year more than any other has taught me to look for silver linings in dark clouds. It was inspiring also to see how dancers globally expressed themselves during this difficult time."&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Here is a list of his favourite dance-related moments of 2020:</strong></p>

<p>A young Indian gets admission into the English National Ballet School</p>

<p>What can be more life-affirming than the example of Kamal Singh, son of a rickshaw driver in Delhi who discovered ballet and became the first Indian to be accepted into the prestigious English National Ballet School in London. This is a story of the power of dreams and miracles at a time when so many of us felt browbeaten by the pandemic.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When Astad Deboo paid a tribute to migrant labourers</p>

<p>Late contemporary dancer and choreographer Astad Deboo was considered to be an institution by many generations of artistes. “He was an inspiration to so many of us and a pioneer in so many ways. It is hard to believe that he is gone but his whole life is an affirmation of art's triumph over adversity. Just a few months before he passed, he choreographed a piece called 'Boundaries' in Mumbai while his dancers recorded it in Delhi as a tribute to migrant workers. He was 73 and danced till the very end. If that is not inspiring, I don't know what is,” said Ashley.</p>

<p>When classical dancers "broke the chain"</p>

<p>From Mohiniyattam in Palakkad to Kathak in Delhi, a chain of positivity and hope was formed by Indian classical dancers in 2020. And it all started with Palakkad-based dancer Methil Devika who created a dance piece called ‘Break the Chain.' Delhi-based Kathak dancer, Mrinalini too danced to a poem, encouraging people to choose hope over fear. Photographer and sarod student Innee Singh then collaborated with writer Shraddha Singh to create an ensemble piece, 'Hum Hain Saath', which featured Kathak, Odissi and Bharatanatyam dancers. And the dance movement went viral.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When even a PPE suit could not stifle the will to dance</p>

<p>Silchar-based doctor Arup Senapati has been saving lives during the pandemic but he also cheered up millions of Indians when he showed off his indomitable spirit and extraordinary dance moves in a PPE suit. From Madhuri Dixit to Hrithik Roshan, everyone was inspired and transfixed. His video garnered over 5.3 million views on Twitter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Staying connected in a socially-distanced society</p>

<p>The pandemic impacted Ashley too but he and his team did whatever they could to stay motivated. "Teaching students online was a new experience and kept everyone's morale up. In the absence of dance shows and performances, we stayed connected virtually and that was really memorable. Another highlight was to host workshops, virtual of course where we invited international choreographers like Jake Kodish, Brian Freidman and many more to teach Indian dancers via Zoom calls. What we learnt in the process was that even a pandemic cannot stop us from really expressing ourselves,” Ashley&nbsp;said.</p>


As the world came to an abrupt pause this year courtesy of the coronavirus pandemic, businesses and people worked their way around the tough time. In the world of dance, as doctors and nurses adapted and battled pandemic blues by dancing in PPE suits, others organised balcony concerts in Spain and Italy to lift up the spirits.

As the world came to an abrupt pause this year courtesy of the coronavirus pandemic, businesses and people worked their way around the tough time. In the world of dance, as doctors and nurses adapted and battled pandemic blues by dancing in PPE suits, others organised balcony concerts in Spain and Italy to lift up the spirits. Moving towards a new year, Indian Australian choreographer Ashley Lobo took into account key highlights of 2020 with the lens of dance. In an interaction with Ashley Lobo, the choreographer-dancer said, "This year more than any other has taught me to look for silver linings in dark clouds. It was inspiring also to see how dancers globally expressed themselves during this difficult time." Here is a list of his favourite dance-related moments of 2020: A young Indian gets admission into the English National Ballet School What can be more life-affirming than the example of Kamal Singh, son of a rickshaw driver in Delhi who discovered ballet and became the first Indian to be accepted into the prestigious English National Ballet School in London. This is a story of the power of dreams and miracles at a time when so many of us felt browbeaten by the pandemic. When Astad Deboo paid a tribute to migrant labourers Late contemporary dancer and choreographer Astad Deboo was considered to be an institution by many generations of artistes. “He was an inspiration to so many of us and a pioneer in so many ways. It is hard to believe that he is gone but his whole life is an affirmation of art's triumph over adversity. Just a few months before he passed, he choreographed a piece called 'Boundaries' in Mumbai while his dancers recorded it in Delhi as a tribute to migrant workers. He was 73 and danced till the very end. If that is not inspiring, I don't know what is,” said Ashley. When classical dancers "broke the chain" From Mohiniyattam in Palakkad to Kathak in Delhi, a chain of positivity and hope was formed by Indian classical dancers in 2020. And it all started with Palakkad-based dancer Methil Devika who created a dance piece called ‘Break the Chain.' Delhi-based Kathak dancer, Mrinalini too danced to a poem, encouraging people to choose hope over fear. Photographer and sarod student Innee Singh then collaborated with writer Shraddha Singh to create an ensemble piece, 'Hum Hain Saath', which featured Kathak, Odissi and Bharatanatyam dancers. And the dance movement went viral. When even a PPE suit could not stifle the will to dance Silchar-based doctor Arup Senapati has been saving lives during the pandemic but he also cheered up millions of Indians when he showed off his indomitable spirit and extraordinary dance moves in a PPE suit. From Madhuri Dixit to Hrithik Roshan, everyone was inspired and transfixed. His video garnered over 5.3 million views on Twitter. Staying connected in a socially-distanced society The pandemic impacted Ashley too but he and his team did whatever they could to stay motivated. "Teaching students online was a new experience and kept everyone's morale up. In the absence of dance shows and performances, we stayed connected virtually and that was really memorable. Another highlight was to host workshops, virtual of course where we invited international choreographers like Jake Kodish, Brian Freidman and many more to teach Indian dancers via Zoom calls. What we learnt in the process was that even a pandemic cannot stop us from really expressing ourselves,” Ashley said.

Indian choreographer Ashley Lobo curates stories that lifted spirits in 2020

There will be no studio audience, no group dances, no sky box where the celebrities and their partners congregate. But there will be all the usual tangos and waltzes, and no masks on the dancers when television's "Dancing with the Stars" returns next week with Derek Hough as a new judge with Tyra Banks as the new presenter and co-executive producer.

'Dancing with the Stars' waltzes back with no live audience amid pandemic

The show must go on, and that was certainly the case for the World Tango Championship in Buenos Aires as it moved online on Wednesday (August 26) in keeping with social distancing norms.

Dancing cheek to cheek? World Tango Championship moves online

11-year-old Anthony Mmesoma Madu stands out in black leggings, a white turtleneck and poise beyond his years. His parents wanted him to become a priest. Instead, he has captivated millions with his ballet.

Leap of faith: Nigerian boy captivates the world with his ballet

Dancers from Britain's Royal Ballet have made a short film in which they perform in London's deserted streets to the sounds of The Rolling Stones, a project designed to highlight the plight of the arts during the global coronavirus pandemic.

Pirouette like Jagger: Royal Ballet dances to Stones in London streets

The Silva twins were supposed to be on an international tour with their dance company last week, performing for large crowds to cheers and applause. Instead, they found themselves on their terrace, practising to the sound of the ocean in the light of the sunset, occasionally interrupted by their two rambunctious dogs.

Dance on rooftops, seaside sunsets: Cuban artists find inspiration in coronavirus quarantine

Six dancers from the Dutch National Ballet headed out into the empty streets of Amsterdam this week to perform their parts in a piece of choreography inspired by the coronavirus lockdown.

Dancing in the streets: Ballet stars perform in empty Amsterdam

Georgia's National Ballet, the former Soviet country's famous folk dance ensemble, started giving lessons online after the group's popular dance schools closed their doors due to the coronavirus.

Dance at home: Georgian national ballet moves lessons online

Dancers of Mikhailovsky Theatre on Tuesday (April 7) released a video of "self-isolation ballet" performed by dancers while being at home as a proof that no pandemic can stand in the way of true art.

Russian theatre dancers perform in self-isolation

Chairperson and Founder of the Reliance Foundation, Nita Ambani and Bollywood actors celebrated the festival of Christmas with children as they spent time with them in India's western Mumbai city on Wednesday (December 25).

Bollywood actors dance, sing as they celebrate Christmas with children in Mumbai

Some 2,500 white-clad followers of the Universal White Brotherhood society gathered next to a glacial lake high in Bulgaria's Rila Mountains on Monday (August 19) to celebrate their divine new year.

Pilgrims dance in cosmic energy ritual in Bulgaria

<p>Fitness freak Varun Dhawan leaves no stone unturned to maintain his body and his recent Instagram post is proof of that.</p>

<p>The 'Judwaa 2' actor also has a perfect gym partner, and it is none other than his upcoming film 'Street Dancer's' director Remo D'Souza.</p>

<p>In the photo posted by the 32-year-old director-actor duo can be seen flaunting their muscles.</p>

<p>"When your director is so fit you gotta work out. Remo D'Souza pushing us all to be the hardest workers," he captioned the picture.</p>

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<p>The duo is seen showing off their washboard abs at the gym. The shirtless men are surely proving to be an eye-candy for all the fans out there.</p>

<p>Several B-town celebrities were quick enough to comment on the post.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Impressed with their exercise regime, Jacqueline Fernandez was the first one to comment. "Damnnnnnn," she wrote in awe.</p>

<p>The second comment comes directly from the leading lady of 'Street Dancer', Shraddha Kapoor, who wrote, "Too much fitness in 1 picture! Love it. See you all sooooon.''</p>

<p>Making a hilarious remark, Jackky Bhagnani wrote, "You guys look like you both are living in the gym."</p>

<p>The duo who had teamed up for 'ABCD 2' have once again united for another film on dance.</p>

<p>The film also re-unites Shraddha and Varun who were also the part of 'ABCD 2'.</p>

<p>Earlier on Saturday, the 'Main Tera Hero'&nbsp;actor announced the shooting of the second schedule of the film.</p>

<p>The makers of the film kick-started promotions by using #3 and eventually revealed the title of the upcoming film.</p>

<p>Many thought the film would be titled 'ABCD 3'&nbsp;as it`s the third installment in the 'ABCD'&nbsp;series.</p>

<p>However, with the title, it's now clear that this one will be a 3D film.</p>

<p>Apart from the lead pair of Varun and Shraddha, the film features Nora Fatehi, Aparshakti Khurana and Shakti Mohan in pivotal roles.</p>

<p>Produced by Bhushan Kumar, Lizelle D'Souza and Krishan Kumar, the film is all set to hit theatres on November 8.</p>

<p>Varun will be next seen in the remake of 'Coolie No 1'.&nbsp;</p>


Fitness freak Varun Dhawan leaves no stone unturned to maintain his body and his recent Instagram post is proof of that. The 'Judwaa 2' actor also has a perfect gym partner, and it is none other than his upcoming film 'Street Dancer's' director Remo D'Souza.

Fitness freak Varun Dhawan leaves no stone unturned to maintain his body and his recent Instagram post is proof of that. The 'Judwaa 2' actor also has a perfect gym partner, and it is none other than his upcoming film 'Street Dancer's' director Remo D'Souza. In the photo posted by the 32-year-old director-actor duo can be seen flaunting their muscles. "When your director is so fit you gotta work out. Remo D'Souza pushing us all to be the hardest workers," he captioned the picture. View this post on Instagram When your director is so fit you gotta 🏋️‍♀️ @remodsouza pushing us all to be the hardest workers #SD3 #anewworld A post shared by Varun Dhawan (@varundvn) on May 18, 2019 at 9:13pm PDT × The duo is seen showing off their washboard abs at the gym. The shirtless men are surely proving to be an eye-candy for all the fans out there. Several B-town celebrities were quick enough to comment on the post. Impressed with their exercise regime, Jacqueline Fernandez was the first one to comment. "Damnnnnnn," she wrote in awe. The second comment comes directly from the leading lady of 'Street Dancer', Shraddha Kapoor, who wrote, "Too much fitness in 1 picture! Love it. See you all sooooon.'' Making a hilarious remark, Jackky Bhagnani wrote, "You guys look like you both are living in the gym." The duo who had teamed up for 'ABCD 2' have once again united for another film on dance. The film also re-unites Shraddha and Varun who were also the part of 'ABCD 2'. Earlier on Saturday, the 'Main Tera Hero' actor announced the shooting of the second schedule of the film. The makers of the film kick-started promotions by using #3 and eventually revealed the title of the upcoming film. Many thought the film would be titled 'ABCD 3' as it`s the third installment in the 'ABCD' series. However, with the title, it's now clear that this one will be a 3D film. Apart from the lead pair of Varun and Shraddha, the film features Nora Fatehi, Aparshakti Khurana and Shakti Mohan in pivotal roles. Produced by Bhushan Kumar, Lizelle D'Souza and Krishan Kumar, the film is all set to hit theatres on November 8. Varun will be next seen in the remake of 'Coolie No 1'.

Varun Dhawan and Remo D'Souza sweat it out on a lazy Sunday

<p>After treating fans to 'Poster Lagwa Do' from Kartik Aaryan and Kriti Sanon-starrer ‘Luka Chuppi`, the makers have now dropped another dance number from the film titled ‘Coca Cola’.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The song is a revamped version of Tony Kakkar’s 2018 hit song 'Coca Cola Tu'.</p>

<p>Kartik and Kriti can be seen showing off some killer dance moves in the upbeat number.</p>

<p>Kriti took to her Twitter handle to share the foot-tapping track, writing, “Since u guys were so excited..The Party anthem is here!! Sip &amp; sing with #CocaCola from #LukaChuppi.”</p>

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<p>The song starts with the message, ‘Sip and Swing with Coca Cola’, and the audience is then introduced to the lead pair on screen.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Both Kartik and Kriti can be seen sporting bright and stylish outfits, all set to hit the dance floor. The actors set the screen on fire with some kick-ass dance steps and sizzling chemistry.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The remixed version has been sung by Neha Kakkar, Young Desi and Tony. The lyrics have been penned by Tony and Mellow D.</p>

<p>The recently released trailer of the film received an overwhelming response from the audience. The trailer features, Kartik and Kriti Sanon as a couple who are in love and inspired by the concept of live-in relationship, decide to live together without actually tying the knot.</p>

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<p>Everything seems to be working out fine till their respective families get involved and Kartik’s parents start living with them.</p>

<p>Directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan, the film also features Vinay Pathak, Pankaj Tripathi, and Aparshakti Khurana in key roles. The film is slated to release on March 1, 2019.</p>

<p>Besides `Luka Chuppi`, Kartik will also be seen in the Hindi remake of Kannada blockbuster `Kirik Party`. He will also star opposite Ajay Devgn in Luv Ranjan`s next. Kartik will also be seen sharing the screen space with Ananya Panday and Bhumi Pednekar in the movie ‘Pati Patni Aur Woh’.</p>

<p>Kriti has four other films in her kitty, including `Arjun Patiala`, `Kalank`, `Housefull 4` and `Panipat`.&nbsp;<br />
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After treating fans to 'Poster Lagwa Do' from Kartik Aaryan and Kriti Sanon-starrer ‘Luka Chuppi`, the makers have now dropped another dance number from the film titled ‘Coca Cola’.

After treating fans to 'Poster Lagwa Do' from Kartik Aaryan and Kriti Sanon-starrer ‘Luka Chuppi`, the makers have now dropped another dance number from the film titled ‘Coca Cola’. The song is a revamped version of Tony Kakkar’s 2018 hit song 'Coca Cola Tu'. Kartik and Kriti can be seen showing off some killer dance moves in the upbeat number. Kriti took to her Twitter handle to share the foot-tapping track, writing, “Since u guys were so excited..The Party anthem is here!! Sip & sing with #CocaCola from #LukaChuppi.” Since u guys were so excited.. The Party anthem is here!! Sip & sing with #CocaCola from #LukaChuppi 🥤🥤@TheAaryanKartik #DineshVijan @Laxman10072 @MaddockFilms @JioCinema @TSeries @tanishkbagchi @iAmNehaKakkar @TonyKakkar #MellowD #YoungDesi https://t.co/GVraPTXdlI — Kriti Sanon (@kritisanon) February 4, 2019 × The song starts with the message, ‘Sip and Swing with Coca Cola’, and the audience is then introduced to the lead pair on screen. Both Kartik and Kriti can be seen sporting bright and stylish outfits, all set to hit the dance floor. The actors set the screen on fire with some kick-ass dance steps and sizzling chemistry. The remixed version has been sung by Neha Kakkar, Young Desi and Tony. The lyrics have been penned by Tony and Mellow D. The recently released trailer of the film received an overwhelming response from the audience. The trailer features, Kartik and Kriti Sanon as a couple who are in love and inspired by the concept of live-in relationship, decide to live together without actually tying the knot. Everything seems to be working out fine till their respective families get involved and Kartik’s parents start living with them. Directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan, the film also features Vinay Pathak, Pankaj Tripathi, and Aparshakti Khurana in key roles. The film is slated to release on March 1, 2019. Besides `Luka Chuppi`, Kartik will also be seen in the Hindi remake of Kannada blockbuster `Kirik Party`. He will also star opposite Ajay Devgn in Luv Ranjan`s next. Kartik will also be seen sharing the screen space with Ananya Panday and Bhumi Pednekar in the movie ‘Pati Patni Aur Woh’. Kriti has four other films in her kitty, including `Arjun Patiala`, `Kalank`, `Housefull 4` and `Panipat`.

'Coca Cola' from 'Luka Chuppi' all set to be this season’s dance anthem!

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<p>Dressed in Gongchas -- a heavy coat-like traditional Ladakhi attire -- 299 women danced together making it to the Guinness World Records and marked the end of the Naropa Festival Thursday.</p>

<p>The women, aged between 18 and 60 years, wore Peraks -- turquoise headgears -- and performed the Shondol to Ladakhi music at the Hemis Monastery in the Himalayas. Shondol is a traditional dance performed for the king on special occasions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking after the world record attempt, Swapnil Dangarikar, official adjudicator, Guinness World Records, declared the dance performance as the "Largest Ladakhi Dance".</p>

<p>"They (dancers) have made a record with 299 successful participants. This is a new Guinness World Record title... With this I declare that all of you are officially amazing," Dangarikar said.</p>

<p>The last of the five-day festival also witnessed Tsering Ladol being honoured with the Himalayan Hero award. Ladol was the first Ladakhi girl to scale Mount Everest in 2005.</p>

<p>The award was conferred to Master Sonam Lundup, for his dedication in the field of education and Olthang Nimoo, for his contribution in the field of art, and posthumously to Late Padma Shri Tsering Wangdus.</p>

<p>The festival, which started on September 16, celebrated the life and teachings of Buddhist scholar-saint Naropa with traditional dance and musical performances.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With visitors from the Himalayan region of Tibet and as far as Bhutan, the five-day festival also witnessed the unfurling of the 85-feet Thangka -- a Tibetan-Buddhist painting on a cloth depicting a deity or a mandala -- which the monastery touted as "the largest silk embroidered brocade of Buddha" in India.</p>

<p>One of the members of the organising committee said at the closing ceremony that the festival is a platform "for all to come together and to encourage our people and artists".</p>

<p>"It is a platform to showcase the rich and divine heritage of the Himalayan region. People here can meet and interact with the followers of the Drupka lineage from India, Tibet, and other parts of the world.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It is also a platform to exchange the teachings of the Buddha dharama and to learn the culture of Ladakh," he added.</p>

<p>Celebrated every 12th year of the Tibetan calendar, the Naropa festival, also known as the 'Kumbh Mela of the Himalayas', was last organised in 2016 as a "special case".</p>

<p>This year's edition of the festival also saw the formal inauguration of the Naropa Fellowship programme for post-graduate candidates to "encourage and shape the next generation of leaders in policy and entrepreneurship".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The celebrations this year also included lessons of Naropa, prayers and religious performances by monks and nuns, traditional archery competition, performances by local artistes and a fashion show.</p>

<p>Each evening, the festival witnessed performances by Bollywood artistes including Kailash Kher, Papon, Sonu Nigam and Aditi Singh Sharma.</p>


Dressed in Gongchas -- a heavy coat-like traditional Ladakhi attire -- 299 women danced together making it to the Guinness World Records and marked the end of the Naropa Festival Thursday.

Dressed in Gongchas -- a heavy coat-like traditional Ladakhi attire -- 299 women danced together making it to the Guinness World Records and marked the end of the Naropa Festival Thursday. The women, aged between 18 and 60 years, wore Peraks -- turquoise headgears -- and performed the Shondol to Ladakhi music at the Hemis Monastery in the Himalayas. Shondol is a traditional dance performed for the king on special occasions. Speaking after the world record attempt, Swapnil Dangarikar, official adjudicator, Guinness World Records, declared the dance performance as the "Largest Ladakhi Dance". "They (dancers) have made a record with 299 successful participants. This is a new Guinness World Record title... With this I declare that all of you are officially amazing," Dangarikar said. The last of the five-day festival also witnessed Tsering Ladol being honoured with the Himalayan Hero award. Ladol was the first Ladakhi girl to scale Mount Everest in 2005. The award was conferred to Master Sonam Lundup, for his dedication in the field of education and Olthang Nimoo, for his contribution in the field of art, and posthumously to Late Padma Shri Tsering Wangdus. The festival, which started on September 16, celebrated the life and teachings of Buddhist scholar-saint Naropa with traditional dance and musical performances. With visitors from the Himalayan region of Tibet and as far as Bhutan, the five-day festival also witnessed the unfurling of the 85-feet Thangka -- a Tibetan-Buddhist painting on a cloth depicting a deity or a mandala -- which the monastery touted as "the largest silk embroidered brocade of Buddha" in India. One of the members of the organising committee said at the closing ceremony that the festival is a platform "for all to come together and to encourage our people and artists". "It is a platform to showcase the rich and divine heritage of the Himalayan region. People here can meet and interact with the followers of the Drupka lineage from India, Tibet, and other parts of the world. "It is also a platform to exchange the teachings of the Buddha dharama and to learn the culture of Ladakh," he added. Celebrated every 12th year of the Tibetan calendar, the Naropa festival, also known as the 'Kumbh Mela of the Himalayas', was last organised in 2016 as a "special case". This year's edition of the festival also saw the formal inauguration of the Naropa Fellowship programme for post-graduate candidates to "encourage and shape the next generation of leaders in policy and entrepreneurship". The celebrations this year also included lessons of Naropa, prayers and religious performances by monks and nuns, traditional archery competition, performances by local artistes and a fashion show. Each evening, the festival witnessed performances by Bollywood artistes including Kailash Kher, Papon, Sonu Nigam and Aditi Singh Sharma.

Naropa festival concludes with Guinness World Record in Ladakhi dance

<p>Yesteryears diva Madhuri Dixit has turned 51 on Tuesday. Known as the `Dhak-Dhak` girl of Bollywood, Madhuri is known for her iconic dancing prowess and stunning acting skills. Her friends from the industry took to Twitter to wish the beauty a very happy birthday.</p>

<p>Veteran actor Anil Kapoor wrote, "Happy birthday @MadhuriDixit!! May you have a #TotalDhamaal filled day & year ahead & all your #BucketList wishes come true! Wishing you love and luck always!".</p>

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<p>Her friend Jitesh Pillai posted, "Talent alone is not enough. It`s temperament that makes or breaks and @MadhuriDixit has it in spades. Have an #idleedidleedoo birthday".</p>

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<p>`Raazi` actor Alia Bhat tweeted, "Happy happy birthday to the one and only @MadhuriDixit.. thank you for being such an inspiration so blessed to be working with you ???????? #HappyBirthdayMadhuriDixit".</p>

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<p>Actor Shraddha Kapoor wrote, "Happy birthday to one of my favorites. Have grown up idolizing you. You have such a special place in everyone`s heart! We all love you so much @MadhuriDixit".</p>

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<p>Producer-Director Karan Johar posted a song from her upcoming movie and wrote, "Redefining love yet again, this one`s special! Launching it on her birthday, #TuPari out now!".</p>

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<p>Madhuri made her debut in the industry in 1984 with 'Abodh'. After a rocky start, success came knocking on her door in 1988 with `Tezaab`, which featured Anil Kapoor in the male lead. Her pairings with Anil Kapoor became an instant hit among the people, with them appearing in 15 films opposite each other. Madhuri will be next seen in her first Marathi venture, `Bucket List`.</p>
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Yesteryears diva Madhuri Dixit turned 51 on Tuesday

Yesteryears diva Madhuri Dixit has turned 51 on Tuesday. Known as the `Dhak-Dhak` girl of Bollywood, Madhuri is known for her iconic dancing prowess and stunning acting skills. Her friends from the industry took to Twitter to wish the beauty a very happy birthday. Veteran actor Anil Kapoor wrote, "Happy birthday @MadhuriDixit!! May you have a #TotalDhamaal filled day & year ahead & all your #BucketList wishes come true! Wishing you love and luck always!". Happy birthday @MadhuriDixit!! May you have a #TotalDhamaal filled day & year ahead & all your #BucketList wishes come true! Wishing you love and luck always! pic.twitter.com/LIJMC9FHcZ — Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) May 15, 2018 × Her friend Jitesh Pillai posted, "Talent alone is not enough. It`s temperament that makes or breaks and @MadhuriDixit has it in spades. Have an #idleedidleedoo birthday". Happy happy happy birthday my dear lovely @MadhuriDixit. For staying consistent in an ever mercurial and crazy business. For being you. Solid, dependable and making my heart race wildly even today. — J (@jiteshpillaai) May 15, 2018 × Talent alone is not enough. It’s temperament that makes or breaks and @MadhuriDixit has it in spades. Have an #idleedidleedoo birthday https://t.co/xTMwSJ2MyD — J (@jiteshpillaai) May 15, 2018 × `Raazi` actor Alia Bhat tweeted, "Happy happy birthday to the one and only @MadhuriDixit.. thank you for being such an inspiration so blessed to be working with you ???????? #HappyBirthdayMadhuriDixit". Happy happy birthday to the one and only @MadhuriDixit.. thank you for being such an inspiration so blessed to be working with you ???? #HappyBirthdayMadhuriDixit — Alia Bhatt (@aliaa08) May 15, 2018 × Actor Shraddha Kapoor wrote, "Happy birthday to one of my favorites. Have grown up idolizing you. You have such a special place in everyone`s heart! We all love you so much @MadhuriDixit". Happy birthday to one of my favorites. Have grown up idolizing you. You have such a special place in everyone’s heart! We all love you so much @MadhuriDixit ?♥️ — Shraddha (@ShraddhaKapoor) May 15, 2018 × Producer-Director Karan Johar posted a song from her upcoming movie and wrote, "Redefining love yet again, this one`s special! Launching it on her birthday, #TuPari out now!". Redefining love yet again, this one's special! Launching it on her birthday, #TuPari out now! #BucketList @MadhuriDixit@tejasdeoskar @Darkhorsecine @DARPictures @bluemustangcs@apoorvamehta18 @AAFilmsIndia @BucketListFilm @zeemusicmarathi https://t.co/qXkmKxQN4v — Karan Johar (@karanjohar) May 15, 2018 × Madhuri made her debut in the industry in 1984 with 'Abodh'. After a rocky start, success came knocking on her door in 1988 with `Tezaab`, which featured Anil Kapoor in the male lead. Her pairings with Anil Kapoor became an instant hit among the people, with them appearing in 15 films opposite each other. Madhuri will be next seen in her first Marathi venture, `Bucket List`.

Twitteratti showers love on Madhuri Dixit on her birthday

<p>Chris Gayle, popularly known for his power hittings has never failed to entertain his fans with his dance moves.</p>

<p>Before the Indian Premier League started, Gayle was grooving to&nbsp;pulsating Punjabi beats.</p>

<p>Recently, Haryanvi heart-throb singer Sapna Choudhary shared a video on her Instagram account with a caption, "Look what I found on Internet. @chrisgayle333 You are such a good Dancer."</p>

<p>In the video, Chris Gayle was found dancing on one of the most famous songs,&nbsp;<em>Teri Aakhya Ka Yo Kajal...</em> of Haryanvi singer Sapna.</p>

<p><em>Watch the video:</em></p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0 padding:0 4px"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bh5zhwgj8pW/" style=" color:#000 font-family:Arial,sans-serif font-size:14px font-style:normal font-weight:normal line-height:17px text-decoration:none word-wrap:break-word" target="_blank">Look what I found on Internet. @chrisgayle333 You are such a good Dancer.</a></p>

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<p>However, a recent video revealed that Chris Gayle was actually dancing on the item song, "<em>Laila Main Laila"</em> of Bollywood's famous movie, Raees.</p>

<p><em>Watch the latest video here:</em></p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0 padding:0 4px"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BWkJpu6hnnx/" style=" color:#000 font-family:Arial,sans-serif font-size:14px font-style:normal font-weight:normal line-height:17px text-decoration:none word-wrap:break-word" target="_blank">(#CEO Chris Ever Okay) I'll give the winner USD 5000 who do the #ChrisGayleDanceChallenge ?? the best ?. Ladies, the challenge goes for you too...There's the video so make sure you're spot on as I am lol. #HaveFun I'll post the top 5 on my page and the viewers choose the winner. Remember to use the HASHTAG! Will announce the winner on the 24th ??</a></p>

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<p>The iconic song, "<em>Laila Main Laila"</em>&nbsp;is from the movie <em>Qurbani</em> which was released in 1980. The original song featured&nbsp;actress Zeenat Aman.</p>

<p>In a recent Shahrukh Kahn starrer movie Raees, a new version of the same song was released featuring Sunny Leone.</p>


Chris Gayle, popularly known for his power hittings has never failed to entertain his fans with his dance moves

Chris Gayle, popularly known for his power hittings has never failed to entertain his fans with his dance moves. Before the Indian Premier League started, Gayle was grooving to pulsating Punjabi beats. Recently, Haryanvi heart-throb singer Sapna Choudhary shared a video on her Instagram account with a caption, "Look what I found on Internet. @chrisgayle333 You are such a good Dancer." In the video, Chris Gayle was found dancing on one of the most famous songs, Teri Aakhya Ka Yo Kajal... of Haryanvi singer Sapna. Watch the video: Look what I found on Internet. @chrisgayle333 You are such a good Dancer. A post shared by Sapna Choudhary (@itssapnachoudhary) on Apr 22, 2018 at 11:41pm PDT × However, a recent video revealed that Chris Gayle was actually dancing on the item song, "Laila Main Laila" of Bollywood's famous movie, Raees. Watch the latest video here: (#CEO Chris Ever Okay) I'll give the winner USD 5000 who do the #ChrisGayleDanceChallenge ?? the best ?. Ladies, the challenge goes for you too...There's the video so make sure you're spot on as I am lol. #HaveFun I'll post the top 5 on my page and the viewers choose the winner. Remember to use the HASHTAG! Will announce the winner on the 24th ?? A post shared by KingGayle ? (@chrisgayle333) on Jul 15, 2017 at 4:03am PDT × The iconic song, "Laila Main Laila" is from the movie Qurbani which was released in 1980. The original song featured actress Zeenat Aman. In a recent Shahrukh Kahn starrer movie Raees, a new version of the same song was released featuring Sunny Leone.

Watch to know if Chris Gayle danced on Sapna Choudhary's or Sunny Leone's song

<p>Seventeen-year-old Indian origin singer&nbsp;Chandrika Darbari&#39;s pop&nbsp;jig&nbsp;&#39;No Need&#39; topped BBC&#39;s pop chart&nbsp;on Wednesday leaving behind&nbsp;top artists Ed Sheeran and Miley Cyrus.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The singer-songwriter&nbsp;also known as &#39;&#39;Rika&#39;&#39; who was born to a Serbian mother, Andrea, and Indian father, Ravi,&nbsp;grew up in North London.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rika&#39;s dance-pop number&nbsp;&#39;No Need&#39;, which she wrote addressing her history with bullying and racism, topped the charts in UK within a few weeks. &nbsp;</p>

<p>&ldquo;The song has been influenced by events&nbsp;that have happened in my past. I was constantly&nbsp;bullied when I was younger, because I was skinny and had bad skin&nbsp;and also because of my race. This made it easier for me to make music, the&nbsp;lyrics&nbsp;just came very naturally to me,&quot; the newly crowned pop sensation told media outlets.</p>

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<p>&quot;It goes out to anyone who has experienced racism or has been bullied, as they will be able to relate to it,&rdquo; Rika said.</p>

<p>Last year, she wrote a song called &#39;For Peace in Syria&#39;,&nbsp;&ldquo;I wrote the song when I was 16. The incident in Syria made a huge impact in my songwriting. The images of starving children kept coming in my head as I thought how undeserving they were of this treatment, I wanted them to have a peaceful life,&rdquo; media reports quoted her as saying.&nbsp;</p>

<p>BBC also featured her on Asia&#39;s Artist of the Week list. The song has gone&nbsp;viral on YouTube with over 800,000 views.</p>

<p>Rika is now in talks with labels in UK and India, and is all set to&nbsp;release her first EP next year, reports said.</p>

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Rika's dance-pop song 'No Need', which she wrote addressing her history with bullying and racism, topped the charts in UK within a few weeks and is getting more recognition in India.?

Seventeen-year-old Indian origin singer Chandrika Darbari's pop jig 'No Need' topped BBC's pop chart on Wednesday leaving behind top artists Ed Sheeran and Miley Cyrus. The singer-songwriter also known as ''Rika'' who was born to a Serbian mother, Andrea, and Indian father, Ravi, grew up in North London. Rika's dance-pop number 'No Need', which she wrote addressing her history with bullying and racism, topped the charts in UK within a few weeks. “The song has been influenced by events that have happened in my past. I was constantly bullied when I was younger, because I was skinny and had bad skin and also because of my race. This made it easier for me to make music, the lyrics just came very naturally to me," the newly crowned pop sensation told media outlets. @cosmopolitan_serbia thank you for this article! ???? volim te vidimo se uskoro?? A post shared by RIKA ? (@rikaldn) on Nov 1, 2017 at 7:52am PDT × "It goes out to anyone who has experienced racism or has been bullied, as they will be able to relate to it,” Rika said. Last year, she wrote a song called 'For Peace in Syria', “I wrote the song when I was 16. The incident in Syria made a huge impact in my songwriting. The images of starving children kept coming in my head as I thought how undeserving they were of this treatment, I wanted them to have a peaceful life,” media reports quoted her as saying. BBC also featured her on Asia's Artist of the Week list. The song has gone viral on YouTube with over 800,000 views. Rika is now in talks with labels in UK and India, and is all set to release her first EP next year, reports said.

'No Need': 17-year-old Indian-origin girl Chandrika Darbari tops UK pop chart

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Afghan dancers perform a traditional dance &#39;Attan&#39; at the Kabul Stadium during&nbsp;the start of a football tournament.</p>

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<p>Afghan Sikh men perform&nbsp;their traditional Chobozi (dance) at a New Year&#39;s Day event in Kabul.</p>

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<p>&nbsp;Afghan children dance as they celebrate Children&#39;s Day at Maher Mother Kindergarten in Kabul.</p>

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<p>Newly-graduated Afghan National Police performs a national dance.</p>

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<p>Afghan footballers dance in their dorm room at a communal house in Kabul.</p>

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<p>Young Afghan men dance during a wedding in Kabul.</p>

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<p>People perform a&nbsp;traditional dance in the Bagh-e-Babur Gardens in Kabul.</p>

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<p>An American woman and an Afghan man dressed in traditional Afghan costumes&nbsp;perform an Afghan folk dance during celebrations to mark the New Year Festival of Nowruz.</p>

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<p>Recovering&nbsp;addicts play music and dance at a drug treatment centre in Jalalabad.</p>

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<p>Afghan men perform a traditional dance &#39;Attan&#39;&nbsp;at the Wazir Akbar Khan hill in Kabul.</p>

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<p>Young Afghan men performing at the &quot;The Sound Central Festival&quot; at French cultural center in Kabul.</p>

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<p>Afghan men dance at a wedding ceremony.</p>

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<p>Afghan men perform a traditional dance during a mass marriage ceremony of 50 Afghan couples in Herat province.</p>

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<p>Young Afghan men jump over a fire as they celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year Festival, in Herat.</p>

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<p>Indians of Afghan descent from the Pashtun tribe dance&nbsp;to celebrate the festival of Eid.</p>

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<p>Afghan boys dance the traditional dance &#39;Attan&#39;&nbsp;at the Qargha lake near Kabul.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Afghan men dance during celebrations on the first night of Nowruz, the Persian New Year, in Mazar-i-Sharif.</p>

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Here's a glimpse at the different forms of dance that are integral aspects of Afghan culture.

Afghan dancers perform a traditional dance 'Attan' at the Kabul Stadium during the start of a football tournament. Source (AFP) × Afghan Sikh men perform their traditional Chobozi (dance) at a New Year's Day event in Kabul. Source (AFP) × Afghan children dance as they celebrate Children's Day at Maher Mother Kindergarten in Kabul. Source (AFP) × Newly-graduated Afghan National Police performs a national dance. Source (AFP) × Afghan footballers dance in their dorm room at a communal house in Kabul. Source (AFP) × Young Afghan men dance during a wedding in Kabul. Source (AFP) × People perform a traditional dance in the Bagh-e-Babur Gardens in Kabul. Source (AFP) × An American woman and an Afghan man dressed in traditional Afghan costumes perform an Afghan folk dance during celebrations to mark the New Year Festival of Nowruz. Source (AFP) × Recovering addicts play music and dance at a drug treatment centre in Jalalabad. Source (AFP) × Afghan men perform a traditional dance 'Attan' at the Wazir Akbar Khan hill in Kabul. Source (AFP) × Young Afghan men performing at the "The Sound Central Festival" at French cultural center in Kabul. Source (AFP) × Afghan men dance at a wedding ceremony. Source (AFP) × Afghan men perform a traditional dance during a mass marriage ceremony of 50 Afghan couples in Herat province. Source (AFP) × Young Afghan men jump over a fire as they celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year Festival, in Herat. Source (AFP) × Indians of Afghan descent from the Pashtun tribe dance to celebrate the festival of Eid. Source (AFP) × Afghan boys dance the traditional dance 'Attan' at the Qargha lake near Kabul. Source (AFP) × Afghan men dance during celebrations on the first night of Nowruz, the Persian New Year, in Mazar-i-Sharif. Source (AFP) ×

Photos: Afghanistan's diverse dance moves

Art transcends all borders and goes beyond the definition of geographical divides. Here are some 11 noteworthy cultural festivals celebrated in the South Asian region that you must know about:<br />
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	<li><strong>Jaisalmer Desert Festival, India</strong></li>
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Set against the sand dunes, the festival is a unique showcase of folk culture. Held every year, there are programs for folk singing, puppet shows, acrobats, fire dancing, and others. Home of the camels, you can also take a camel ride, enjoy a game of camel polo, participate in camel decoration and pack some exciting desert memories with you.&nbsp;<br />
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<p>A glimpse of Jaisalmer Desert Festival in India<br />
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	<li><strong>Kala Pola, Sri Lanka</strong></li>
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Kala Pola is Sri Lanka&rsquo;s open-air art exhibition cum fair which happens every year. Attracting artists from across the country, it serves as a launch pad for talent. A wide array of art forms are displayed for the crowd to cheer and appreciate.&nbsp;<br />
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	<li><strong>Annual Bhutan International Festival, Bhutan</strong></li>
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It&rsquo;s a collaborative effort to encourage different countries to come and engage, while showcasing their culture and art. The festival boasts of some of the best entertainment performances by world known artists. The festival has an intimate setting and welcomes everyone interested.&nbsp;<br />
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<p>Bhutanese monks at the Bhutan International festival<br />
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	<li><strong>Rann Utsav, India</strong></li>
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Rann Utsav is a quarter year-long winter celebration in white sandy desert. You set up your makeshift tents and absorb the local tradition and culture. The region known for it&rsquo;s distinct handicrafts, also offers options for kite flying, camel rides and desert safaris.&nbsp;<br />
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<p>Local artists at Rann Utsav</p>
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	<li><strong>World Performing Arts Festival, Pakistan</strong></li>
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An international cultural event, this festival brings performing artists from all over the world to celebrate music, theatre, concert, dance, puppet shows and others. Serving as a nurturing ground for local talent, it brings to fore the vibrancy of Pakistan&rsquo;s talents and helps people engage in a cultural exchange.&nbsp;<br />
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<p>World Performing Arts Festival, Pakistan</p>
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	<li><strong>Hornbill Festival, India</strong></li>
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The aboriginal Naga tribes of Nagaland are a sight to watch. Held every year in the month of December, Hornbill festival is a weeklong celebration of music, culture, art, sport and cuisine takes place. You will see some exquisite paintings, wood carvings and sculptures that form an essential part of Nagaland&rsquo;s cultural identity.&nbsp;<br />
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<p>A Naga tribesman eats a stump of smouldering firewood during annual Hornbill Festival</p>
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	<li><strong>Afghan Arts and Culture Festival, Afghanistan</strong></li>
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It is one of the largest coming together of artists and music bands in Afghanistan. Opening its doors to fellow countries like Sri Lanka, Pakistan United States, the festival started with an aim to show the world Afghanistan&rsquo;s rich culture. Bikers, break dancers, rock bands and other performers come together every year.&nbsp;<br />
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<p>Local Afghan dancers</p>
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	<li><strong>South Ari Atoll, Maldives</strong></li>
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A festival with a thought, South Ari Atoll is a collaboration between artists from Maldives and Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme. It is a platform for showcasing artworks representing the island&rsquo;s marine diversity with a special emphasis on the shark population of Maldives.<br />
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<p>South Ari Atoll in Maldives where the Conservation festival happens</p>
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	<li><strong>Pohela Boishakh, Bangladesh</strong></li>
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The Bengali New Year is celebrated with a lot of fervour all across the state of West Bengal in India and Bangladesh. Called Vasanta Utsav, the festivals starts at Shantiniketan in India and Bangladesh at the same time. The festivity celebrates art and diversity of both the regions. Among songs, dance and fairs, people are seen enjoying themselves around that time of the year.&nbsp;<br />
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	<li><strong>Kathmandu International Art Festival, Nepal</strong></li>
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Almost in every three years, Nepal celebrates its artists with an International Art festival. Artists come together to exhibit their works at different venues in the capital city of Kathmandu.&nbsp;<br />
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<em>(Contributed by: Zeba Khan)</em>

Discover how art and culture in South Asia binds the region together

Art transcends all borders and goes beyond the definition of geographical divides. Here are some 11 noteworthy cultural festivals celebrated in the South Asian region that you must know about: Jaisalmer Desert Festival, India Set against the sand dunes, the festival is a unique showcase of folk culture. Held every year, there are programs for folk singing, puppet shows, acrobats, fire dancing, and others. Home of the camels, you can also take a camel ride, enjoy a game of camel polo, participate in camel decoration and pack some exciting desert memories with you. A glimpse of Jaisalmer Desert Festival in India Kala Pola, Sri Lanka Kala Pola is Sri Lanka’s open-air art exhibition cum fair which happens every year. Attracting artists from across the country, it serves as a launch pad for talent. A wide array of art forms are displayed for the crowd to cheer and appreciate. Kala Pola festival in Sri Lanka Annual Bhutan International Festival, Bhutan It’s a collaborative effort to encourage different countries to come and engage, while showcasing their culture and art. The festival boasts of some of the best entertainment performances by world known artists. The festival has an intimate setting and welcomes everyone interested. Bhutanese monks at the Bhutan International festival Rann Utsav, India Rann Utsav is a quarter year-long winter celebration in white sandy desert. You set up your makeshift tents and absorb the local tradition and culture. The region known for it’s distinct handicrafts, also offers options for kite flying, camel rides and desert safaris. Local artists at Rann Utsav World Performing Arts Festival, Pakistan An international cultural event, this festival brings performing artists from all over the world to celebrate music, theatre, concert, dance, puppet shows and others. Serving as a nurturing ground for local talent, it brings to fore the vibrancy of Pakistan’s talents and helps people engage in a cultural exchange. World Performing Arts Festival, Pakistan Hornbill Festival, India The aboriginal Naga tribes of Nagaland are a sight to watch. Held every year in the month of December, Hornbill festival is a weeklong celebration of music, culture, art, sport and cuisine takes place. You will see some exquisite paintings, wood carvings and sculptures that form an essential part of Nagaland’s cultural identity. A Naga tribesman eats a stump of smouldering firewood during annual Hornbill Festival Afghan Arts and Culture Festival, Afghanistan It is one of the largest coming together of artists and music bands in Afghanistan. Opening its doors to fellow countries like Sri Lanka, Pakistan United States, the festival started with an aim to show the world Afghanistan’s rich culture. Bikers, break dancers, rock bands and other performers come together every year. Local Afghan dancers South Ari Atoll, Maldives A festival with a thought, South Ari Atoll is a collaboration between artists from Maldives and Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme. It is a platform for showcasing artworks representing the island’s marine diversity with a special emphasis on the shark population of Maldives. South Ari Atoll in Maldives where the Conservation festival happens Pohela Boishakh, Bangladesh The Bengali New Year is celebrated with a lot of fervour all across the state of West Bengal in India and Bangladesh. Called Vasanta Utsav, the festivals starts at Shantiniketan in India and Bangladesh at the same time. The festivity celebrates art and diversity of both the regions. Among songs, dance and fairs, people are seen enjoying themselves around that time of the year. Pohela Boishakh in Bangladesh Kathmandu International Art Festival, Nepal Almost in every three years, Nepal celebrates its artists with an International Art festival. Artists come together to exhibit their works at different venues in the capital city of Kathmandu. A glimpse of Kathmandu International Art Festival, Nepal (Contributed by: Zeba Khan)

11 cultural festivals in South Asia that you must attend at least once in your lifetime

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