Choreographers Discuss Evolution of Dance in Hindi Cinema on International Dance Day 2026
International Dance Day 2026: Vaibhavi Merchant, Chinni Prakash, Vijay Ganguly on changing dynamics of choreography
Hindustan Times
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On International Dance Day 2026, renowned choreographers Vaibhavi Merchant, Vijay Ganguly, and Chinni Prakash reflect on the transformation of dance in Hindi cinema. They highlight the shift from classical styles to contemporary influences and the challenges of engaging modern audiences with shorter attention spans.
- 01Vaibhavi Merchant emphasizes the importance of retaining the essence of songs while adapting choreography.
- 02Vijay Ganguly notes the loss of actor performance depth due to modern filming techniques.
- 03Chinni Prakash expresses concern over the diminishing presence of dance in films.
- 04Choreographers face challenges with rapidly changing dance trends and audience expectations.
- 05The evolution of technology has altered how dance is captured and presented in cinema.
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On International Dance Day 2026, celebrated choreographers Vaibhavi Merchant, Vijay Ganguly, and Chinni Prakash shared insights into the evolving landscape of dance in Hindi cinema. Vaibhavi Merchant, known for her National Award-winning choreography, highlighted the need to retain the soul of songs amidst modern influences. She reminisced about classic films like Guide (1965) and Pakeezah (1972), emphasizing that while technology has advanced, the essence of storytelling through dance remains vital. Vijay Ganguly pointed out that the shift to digital filming has impacted the depth of actor performances, stating, “What we miss now is the performance of the actor, the expression, the tehrav and ada.” He aims to revive longer shots in choreography to enhance storytelling. Chinni Prakash raised concerns over the declining duration and presence of dance in films, noting that audiences today prefer shorter content. He fears that the art of dance may become limited to social media reels rather than being an integral part of cinematic storytelling.
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