Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 11: The reality TV show is set to premiere on November 11. Before that, let's get familiar with the contestants, judges, and hosts!
Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 11
Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa is India's most popular and beloved dance show on television. Over the course of 10 seasons, the show has gathered a loyal fanbase who tune in every day without fail. The show features the who's who of the TV industry 'breaking a leg.'
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As Jhalak Dikhlaa Jaa's 11th season nears its beginning, here's everything you need to know about the acclaimed show. The show is based on the format of the BBC show 'Dancing With The Stars.' JDJ is the Indian version where a choreographer pairs up with a star to put on a spectacular dance performance.
Farah Khan, Malaika Arora, and Arshad Warsi are the judges for the show. The reality dance competition program is scheduled to begin on November 11, and you can catch it every Saturday and Sunday at 9:30 p.m. The dance show is making a comeback on Sony TV after a 12-year hiatus.
Rithvik Dhanjani has been confirmed as the host for the upcoming show. Rithvik has previously hosted popular TV shows such as India's Best Dancer and Super Dancer. Joining him as a co-host will be Gauahar Khan.
Here's the list of confirmed participants:
Aamir Ali
Aamir Ali made his Bollywood debut with Yeh Kya Ho Raha Hai? and gained fame through TV shows. He has recently appeared in many music videos, OTT shows, and films.
Karuna Pandey
Karuna Pandey, a TV actress, is currently playing the role of Pushpa in the show Pushpa Impossible. She has also been in TV shows and the movie Motichoor Chaknachoor alongside Nawazuddin Siddiqui.
Tanishaa Mukerji
Tanishaa Mukerji, Kajol's sister, made her debut in 'Sssshhh...' and appeared in films like Sarkar and Bigg Boss 7, where she was the runner-up.
Rajiv Thakur
Popular comedian and Punjabi actor Rajiv Thakur, known for The Kapil Sharma Show, is set to showcase his dancing skills in Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa. He transitioned from Punjabi films to Mumbai and appeared in various TV shows.
Anjali Anand
The daughter of actor Dinesh Anand, Anjali Anand was seen in the film Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani and participated in Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 13. She began her career with the TV show Dhai Kilo Ka Prem.
Adrija Sinha
Adrija Sinha, a child actress known for her role alongside Manoj Bajpayee, has been in various TV shows and films and is a trained dancer.
Sangeeta Phoghat
A wrestler from Haryana, Sangeeta Phoghat, will be dancing in this season of Jhalak. She's married to wrestler Bajrang Punia and has a decorated wrestling career.
Shoaib Ibrahim
A popular TV star known for his roles in shows like Sasural Simar Ka, Shoaib Ibrahim is participating in a reality show, following his recent parenthood with his wife Dipika Kakar.
Shiv Thakare
Shiv Thakare, known for winning Bigg Boss Marathi and appearing in Bigg Boss 13 and Khatron Ke Khiladi 13, is set to display his dancing skills in Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa.
Urvashi Dholakia
Urvashi Dholakia, famous for playing Komolika in Kasautii Zindagii Kay and winning Bigg Boss, is known for her long career in TV and reality shows, including Nach Baliye.