Tag: Hip Hop India

  • Aakash secures direct entry in Hip Hop India season two on Amazon MX

    Aakash secures direct entry in Hip Hop India season two on Amazon MX

    MUMBAI: Aakash, a Swiggy delivery partner, has swapped delivery routes for dance floors, earning a direct spot in Hip Hop India season two on Amazon MX Player. The show, known for showcasing hip-hop talent, returned with Remo D’Souza and Malaika Arora as judges, promising a bigger and better season.

    Aakash’s dance skills first gained attention when he finished as a runner-up in Swiggy Wiggy Talent Hunt season two. Now, his passion has propelled him onto one of India’s most prestigious hip-hop platforms. Skipping the regional auditions, he advanced straight to the final selection, where his high-energy performance to Dance Ka Bhoot wowed the judges.

    Balancing work and responsibilities as the sole breadwinner of his family, Aakash’s journey reflects perseverance and dedication. Swiggy, committed to supporting its delivery partners beyond work, has extended financial aid to help him pursue professional dancing. Proudly wearing his Swiggy T-shirt, he stepped onto the stage, proving that ambition knows no boundaries.

    With Hip Hop India season two now streaming on Amazon MX Player, Aakash’s story is an inspiring testament to how dreams can take flight, no matter where they begin.
     

  • Hip Hop India season two brings bigger battles and bolder moves to the floor

    Hip Hop India season two brings bigger battles and bolder moves to the floor

    MUMBAI: The floor is set, the beats are dropping, and the stage is sizzling, India’s biggest hip-hop showdown is back! Hip Hop India Season two has hit Amazon MX Player, promising a bolder, grittier, and more electrifying dance battle than ever before. With Remo D’Souza and Malaika Arora as judges, the competition is tougher, the performances more jaw-dropping, and the talent pool ready to redefine India’s hip-hop landscape.

    From Shillong’s Afro-dance prodigy Iamonlang Karjana to Mumbai’s freestyle dynamo Oggy, the solo category boasts an electrifying mix of styles. Hectic from Mumbai, Funky Anna from Tamil Nadu, and Hitesh Patel, fresh from Romania and Italy’s Got Talent, are just a few of the dancers set to ignite the stage. With influences ranging from Krump and Tutting to Bhangra and Belly Dance, each contender brings a distinct flavour to the floor.

    The duo category is all about sync, style, and synergy. Snehal & Vaidehi bring an explosive mix of Whacking, Popping, and Afro, while Krish & Aditya Tyagi are set to seamlessly fuse Hip-Hop with Freestyle. Expect jaw-dropping chemistry and gravity-defying coordination as these duos battle it out.

    The group category is packed with powerhouse crews ready to command the dance floor. Mumbai’s Rule Breakers are set to bend the rules of gravity with their B-Boying and Breaking, while The Evokers, with members from Delhi, Lucknow, Goa, Haryana, and Meerut, promise a fusion of Openstyle choreography. Team SA from Siliguri completes the lineup with a dynamic blend of Hip-Hop, House, Locking, and Light Feet.

    This season isn’t just about dance, it’s about passion, storytelling, and pushing the limits. The contenders are not just here to compete; they’re here to make history.

    Streaming for free on Amazon MX Player, Hip Hop India Season 2 is available across mobile, Amazon’s shopping app, Prime Video, Fire TV, and Connected TVs. It’s time to turn up the volume and let the battles begin!

  • Watcho to exclusively stream Vibe On, celebrating regional hip-hop talent

    Watcho to exclusively stream Vibe On, celebrating regional hip-hop talent

    MUMBAI: Regional beats, fiery lyrics, and raw talent are taking centre stage as Watcho, Dish TV’s OTT platform, gets ready to exclusively stream Vibe On, a revolutionary hip-hop reality show. This collaboration with Prinday promises to spotlight emerging musical sensations from Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Delhi. With hip-hop culture thriving across India, Vibe On is all set to take regional artistry to national prominence, and Watcho is the perfect platform to make it happen.

    Vibe On, which has already created waves in 25 prestigious colleges across North India, unearthed 150 outstanding artists brimming with creativity and passion. Judged by celebrated music personalities like Amit Uchana, Ravneet Singh, and JSL Singh, the show is a cultural phenomenon that has captured the hearts of India’s youth. Watcho’s exclusive premiere will extend its impact further, offering these dynamic artists a digital stage to showcase their talent to a broader audience.

    The partnership between Watcho and Prinday exemplifies their shared commitment to fostering local talent and redefining India’s entertainment landscape. By bridging regional voices with national platforms, they highlight the growing power of OTT in transforming the way India consumes content.

    “Reality shows have always been a cornerstone of India’s entertainment journey, spotlighting stories of dreams, talent, and perseverance,” said Dish TV & Watcho corporate head of marketing Sukhpreet Singh. “As the genre evolves to thrive on OTT platforms, Watcho is proud to lead this transformation. ‘Vibe On’ aligns with our vision to bridge local talent with global opportunities, fostering creativity and redefining entertainment for the digital age.”

    Prinday MD Prabhjot Kaur Mahant echoed the sentiment, saying, “Prinday is dedicated to creating platforms that connect raw talent with meaningful opportunities. ‘Vibe On’ celebrates the diversity of India’s musical heritage and gives a voice to fresh, dynamic artists. Partnering with Watcho OTT allows us to amplify these artists’ reach and impact at a national level.”

    For creator Baljinder S. Mahant, Vibe On is more than just a reality show. “It’s a movement to give regional talent a stage to shine. Every beat, lyric, and performance reflects the vibrant energy of India’s youth. Partnering with Watcho takes this vision further, reaching diverse audiences across the country and redefining how talent is discovered and celebrated in the digital era.”

    Subscribers to Watcho can look forward to a front-row seat to India’s next musical revolution as Vibe On premieres exclusively on the platform. By delivering fresh and authentic content, Watcho reinforces its position as a trailblazer in the OTT space, offering engaging, relatable, and innovative shows that resonate with diverse audiences.

    If you love hip-hop or believe in the power of regional artistry, Vibe On is the show for you. It’s more than entertainment—it’s a celebration of dreams, ambition, and the creativity that defines India’s youth. So, log into Watcho, and get ready to groove with India’s promising hip-hop stars.