Karisma Kapoor Set to Judge India's Best Dancer Season 5 Launching in May
Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor is officially returning to the judging panel for the highly anticipated fifth season of the popular dance reality show India's Best Dancer. The new season is scheduled to premiere on May 9, as confirmed by a recent promotional video released by the channel.
Promo Reveals Karisma's Excitement for New Season
In the newly released promo, Karisma Kapoor expressed her enthusiasm for the upcoming installment, stating in Hindi: "I will define the best in a new way, the dance story will be new...this time with me, even the best of the best will be there." Her comments highlight a fresh approach to the competition, promising innovative performances and elevated standards.
Launch Announcement During Indian Idol Celebration
The actress made the official announcement during a special appearance on the singing reality show Indian Idol, which was celebrating its landmark 50th episode. Karisma shared her joy at being part of the occasion, humorously referring to herself as the "unofficial fourth judge" of Indian Idol.
She explained: "What better time than this auspicious occasion to launch our new show, our new season? India's Best Dancer Season 5. The highlight of this season is that it's going to be an Indian dance, meaning our own dance." This emphasis on indigenous dance styles suggests the season will focus on celebrating traditional and contemporary Indian choreography.
Geeta Kapur Joins in Promoting the Show
Fellow judge Geeta Kapur also participated in the promotional efforts during the Indian Idol episode. She appealed to viewers, saying: "Please give India's Best Dance the same love you give to Indian Idol, this is our prayer." Her message aims to leverage the existing audience of Indian Idol to boost viewership for the dance competition.
Returning Judging Panel and Broadcast Details
The upcoming season will see Karisma Kapoor rejoining the judging panel alongside Geeta Kapur and Terence Lewis, mirroring the lineup from the previous season. This continuity is expected to maintain the show's dynamic and expertise in evaluating dance talent.
India's Best Dancer Season 5 will air on Sony Entertainment Television, continuing the channel's tradition of hosting premier reality programming. Fans of dance and Bollywood entertainment are eagerly awaiting the May 9 premiere to witness the new season's performances and judging critiques.
