Dil To Pagal Hai, Dhoom 2 to Ramayana: Celebrating Shiamak Davar – The Force Behind Iconic Choreographies

Over the years, Shiamak Davar has established himself as a force to be reckoned with by serving the audience some of the most unique dance numbers and even more unique hooksteps that carry heavy recall value. As he continues to keep the ball rolling with the grand spectacle, Ramayana, here’s looking at some of his unforgettable work!

Dil To Pagal Hai: National Film Award winner Shiamak Davar began his career in choreography in Hindi cinema with Dil To Pagal Hai, and revolutionized mainstream Hindi cinema by introducing contemporary jazz and Western dance styles with iconic songs like Le Gayi and Koi Ladki Hai.

Dhoom 2: As the director of choreography for the 2006 action-thriller Dhoom 2, Shiamak Davar choreographed the iconic dance track, Dhoom Again, and brought his signature touch of Indo-jazz, contemporary and hip-hop vocabulary with sharp pauses and fluidity.

Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi: Davar brought his choreography finesse to the high-energy track, Dance Pe Chance, featuring playful storytelling and energetic group choreography that nearly became synonymous with the film. The song’s hookstep continues to remain a rage among the audience, with many following the beats as soon as the song is played.

Bhaag Milkha Bhaag: Shiamak Davar served as one of the choreographers alongside Ganesh Acharya and Vaibhavi Merchant and treated audience with songs so unforgettable that they continue to be revisited for their unique dance styles, moods and forms.

Ramayana: In Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana released today, Shiamak Davar placed himself as the force behind Ravana’s iconic tandav, bringing a unique mix of contemporary and stylised movements. He also lent his choreography skills to Jai Jai Ram, framed as an Aarti for Shri Ram.

From Dil Toh Pagal Hai to Ramayana, Shiamak Davar has not only lent his choreography skills to off-beat releases, but has also shaped the choreography world of Hindi cinema!