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How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« on: February 25, 2010, 07:07:23 PM »
We've started a little team here in Denver, It's kinda hard with not a lot of Punjabi people around and no competitions within 350 miles of us... how do you even start?!?! When do you know if its the right time to start?!?

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How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« on: February 25, 2010, 07:07:23 PM »

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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #1 on: February 25, 2010, 07:15:12 PM »
Start dancin bro.  Get you're team name out there.  Do a bunch of gigs for free to build your credibility around denver.  Then once you become good enough, start asking for money.  Once you're that good, apply to some competitions and see what happens.


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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #2 on: February 25, 2010, 07:23:00 PM »
post ur vids on btf and youtube:) and post ur mixes :)

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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #3 on: February 25, 2010, 07:28:30 PM »
Just some advice, go on youtube and look at bhangra performances that have been done at a show or wedding,
start off from there, like siddyp said get your name out there then go on from there

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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #4 on: February 25, 2010, 07:36:21 PM »
university shows + cultural organizations' shows
--> build up skill and then weddings and paid gigs

build up some cash and get into a traditional or modern competition depending on your flavor.  although i know its really hard to get into competitions nowadays
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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #5 on: February 25, 2010, 10:47:41 PM »
post ur vids on btf and youtube:) and post ur mixes :)

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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #6 on: March 05, 2010, 06:36:30 PM »
 \Everyone explained it up there. ^^^
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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #7 on: March 06, 2010, 02:08:57 PM »
sex tape. works everytime lmaoo

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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #8 on: March 07, 2010, 05:09:39 PM »
sex tape. works everytime lmaoo

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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #9 on: March 07, 2010, 08:29:43 PM »
sex tape. works everytime lmaoo
i don't wanna even know.
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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #10 on: March 07, 2010, 09:10:21 PM »
Definitely need to just dance, dance, dance. Practice hard, get dedicated members with potential - whether they're Punjabi or not. Dedicated captains, choreographers, members and supporters who have good and realistic intentions for your team and have been familiar with the bhangra world. Also, like Saleem said, choose a style whether it be traditional or modern bhangra.


It's okay if the dancers don't try out with perfect execution of what you're looking for. Heart, passion, and of course a little rhythm are more important than perfection for any team jsut starting out. I danced more modern bhangra first, then after switching teams I was taught how to adjust my style to what they were looking for. :)



Gigs are a great way to start. Weddings, birthdays and cultural shows can get the name out *so* fast, which is great if you're starting out solid. Just make sure you guys are pretty solid otherwise it could have a negative effect... you don't want the word to spread quickly that your team is sloppy or irresponsible, runs late, unprofessional, etc...


This is basically just summing up the things people said, and I added maybe a little more detail haha


Good luck, and the sex tape is up to you, I guess, but I'd advise against it  :P

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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #11 on: March 07, 2010, 09:38:27 PM »
i aguree wid these guys: bhangra porn workz

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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #12 on: March 07, 2010, 10:37:31 PM »
might be hard for you to start in denver since i doubt theres a need for bhangra at parties, i would suggest trying out some competitions if your team can afford that

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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #13 on: March 07, 2010, 10:52:43 PM »
might be hard for you to start in denver since i doubt theres a need for bhangra at parties, i would suggest trying out some competitions if your team can afford that

actually, parties might be their best bet if they're the only team in denver. if you guys perform at culture shows, talent shows, etc. and get your name out there you can charge for performing at parties and from there use the money to compete and from there your name will run through the threads on btf... hahaha

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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #14 on: March 12, 2010, 09:51:54 PM »
sex tape. works everytime lmaoo

LMAO - I was gonna suggest the same!!
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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #15 on: March 13, 2010, 03:59:08 AM »
central bhangra 2.mpg
    dont follow them you will safe !!
laanti di yaari nalo, annkhi da vair changra, vaar v j karo, tan karo lalkaar kay !!

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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #16 on: March 13, 2010, 03:35:09 PM »
why would they bother to wear khandas?

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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #17 on: March 13, 2010, 03:43:26 PM »
^ excellent question

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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #18 on: March 13, 2010, 04:20:07 PM »
central bhangra 2.mpg    dont follow them you will safe !!

7:33 - 7:35 is the funniest part of this vid
that one kids nakhra right in the front is killer
his brruahh jump ahahahaha

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Re: How do you get famous in the Bhangra world?
« Reply #19 on: March 13, 2010, 09:09:25 PM »
^ excellent question

lol i wonder what they trying to prove...