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Many western artists and entertainers have taken pains to learn and include Indian dances in their performances from time to time. The latest learner happens to be no other than the material girl herself.

During her winter vacation in the Indian state of Rajasthan, it was reported that Madonna has hired a trainer to help her learn Indian dance steps. This dance performance is likely to be included in her next album.

Prior to this, Shakira also took help of an Indian trainer to learn Indian dance steps which she utilized during her various performances in year 2007.

What is so different and unique about Indian dances that these iconic people have fallen for it? Which dance forms they have adapted and why?

Well! that and other related stuff are definitely a matter of interest but to begin with let’s see some basic stuff.

Indian Folk Dances

There are many types of folk dances in India, like:

• Bhangra in Punjab,
• Nati in Himachal Pradesh,
• Bihu in Assam,
• Ghoomar in Rajasthan,
• Garba in Gujrat,
• Tamasha in Maharashtra etc.

Indian Classical Dances

Many forms of classical dances which are widely popular include:

• Bharatnatyam in Tamil Nadu,
• Kathakali in Kerala,
• Kuchipuddi in Andhra Pradesh,
• Oddissi in Orrisa,
• Manipuri in Manipur and
• Kathak in Uttar Pradesh.

As you can see, there are many forms of Indian classical and folk dances available which one can try and learn. We will bring more information on this topic in near future.

Which one are you interested in?

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