Taranjot Singh followed his love for kathak, while others were doing bhangra. (Photo Credit: Instagram)
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News1830-01-2026, 17:10

Punjabi Man Blends Kathak With Daler Mehndi, Wins Madhuri Dixit's Heart

  • Taranjot Singh, a Punjabi man, defied stereotypes by pursuing Kathak, a classical dance form, despite social pressure.
  • He gained national attention on Dance Deewane Season 4 by performing Kathak to Daler Mehndi's "Tunak Tunak" song.
  • His unique fusion performance impressed judges Suniel Shetty and Madhuri Dixit, along with the audience.
  • Taranjot was inspired by his teacher Pulkit Jain at Kala Nikhar academy in Ludhiana, embracing Kathak as a core part of his identity.
  • His mother, Kawaljeet Kaur, was a strong supporter, shielding him from criticism and living her own Kathak dream through him.

Why It Matters: Taranjot Singh's Kathak fusion performance on Dance Deewane captivated judges and audiences, defying stereotypes.

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