BBC Breaks Down the Origins and Mechanics of Bollywood Dance
This will probably be the best thing you’ll read all week.
There’s more to Bollywood dancing than dramatic facial expressions, furtive looks, and exaggerated moves. BBC Magazine does a pretty nice job of breaking down the basics, the history, and the origins of Bollywood dance.
Classical dance forms such as Bharatnatyam and Kathak, and folk dances such as Bhangra, each have their own unique styles, but they often share signs and meanings that are combined to create modern Bollywood dances.
And my favorite quote:
The bounce that dancers often perform in Bollywood dance routines is referred to in English as the chicken step, which can be seen in this YouTube clip.
What’s your favorite Bollywood dance move?