Our country is rich with cultural history which has contributed a lot to music and dance culture which has been an important part of Indian festivals. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, be it someone's shaadi or award functions, Raam Leela or local functions, no one can resist bonding over dance. Bharatnatyam, Kathkali and other classical dances (or nritya) have set the base for someone who wants to give their dancing talent a modern twist. Bollywood dance forms are becoming more and more famous worldwide and Hindi film actors like Waheeda Rehman, Hema Malini including others must be given a lot of credit.

With Bollywood as a default learning platform, many people now want to make dancing their profession. However, training in Dance must begin from an early age – five or six. Careers in this field can be that of an entertainer, educator and choreographer. In case you want to try for a profession in dancing, you must have a natural talent which can be sharpened with a lot of practice, determination and grabbing the right opportunities. To become an expert professional dancer all you need is the self-discipline to master the performance.

How can you prepare yourself make your Dancing Passion as your Profession?

Someone famously quoted "Darr ke aage jeet hai" and this is what exactly would make you realise your dreams of becoming a professional dancer. Remember, Hard Work, Determination and Practice are the main factors which determines your success.

1. Start Early

Most artists begin their preparation in childhood only and they train till the age of 18. Indeed, even after an artist finds work, the practice must go on throughout their lives. Participating in private functions or events at schools and universities can provide them with an excellent opportunity to be discovered. Even though, one has trained for classical dances, it is important to do graduation in dancing or similar courses and should take an interest in dance workshops. Of course, the next move is to get trained with a professional dancer who is already a famous name. Think about Shiamak Davar. He is one of those few dancers who is having a successful career in Bollywood and even has a training institute to his name.

2. Graduate in Dancing

Undergraduate programs in dance forms can enable aspiring artists to study different dance forms or focus on a particular movement. Educational modules for a four-year college education program in dance includes classes in dance, contemporary dance patterns, expressive dance, jazz, beat and elements, dance creation and dance history.

If you are in doubt, there are Master of Fine Arts programs in dancing that can train you in any style of dancing under the direction of a personal coach. Having the blessing of an established teacher may benefit the individuals who dream of becoming a professional dancer or dance instructor.

What Career Opportunities are available for Dancers?

1. Choreography:

Choreography means planning, dance moves and train the actors or dancers, and setting up the grouping of moves. Choreographers work in movies, in front of an audience, for TV and video music appearances. Future prospects are particularly excellent for a choreographer as more stage and TV shows are being produced nowadays. This is one of the most famous professions in Bollywood.

2. Educating:

This field requires the aspiring artist to be fit for guiding, movements and stamina. A good dance teacher must have intensive learning of functional and possible parts of the dance. Artists who take up educating as a calling can secure positions in schools, institutes, colleges, and can even have their own Institutes.

3. Dancer:

A performing artist must have a good fashion sense, looks and ability to perform in front of lots of people without getting stage fright. Confidence is the key to a successful performance here. Various options are open for performing artists. Other than forming their very own troupes they can invest significant energy for training as well.

Dancing is for someone with never-ending passion and requires a lot of hard work. In fact, the beginners can earn in thousands while more famous ones earn in millions once they are discovered in Bollywood. If you are an artist who dreams of becoming famous, then go ahead and invest your energy in what you love and your hard work will soon reward you. Never let your doubts and mistakes create trouble. Give auditions for Dance reality shows and never shy away from participating in any competition. Why? Because "Darr ke aage jeet hai."