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Birthday special: The evolution of Allu Arjun's dance style and its influence on South cinema

ETimes.in | Last updated on - Apr 8, 2023, 08:00 IST
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Allu Arjun's Dance Legacy: A Journey of Transformation and Inspiration in South Indian Films

Allu Arjun, popularly known as the "Stylish Star" of Telugu cinema, is known for his exceptional dancing skills. He has been entertaining the Indian audience for over 18 years with his electrifying performances on the big screen. Allu Arjun's dance style has evolved over the years, and his unique choreography has set new standards for dance in Indian cinema. On the occasion of his birthday, to explore the evolution of Allu Arjun's dance style, examining how it has changed over time and the impact it has had on the industry.


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​Early days

Allu Arjun is a name that is synonymous with style, grace, and impeccable dancing skills in the Telugu film industry. But, like every successful actor, Allu Arjun had his humble beginnings. His journey in the film industry began in 2003 with the movie "Gangotri," which marked the start of a new era in Telugu cinema. The movie was a romantic drama that centered around the love story of Gangotri, played by Aditi Agarwal, and Simhadri, played by Allu Arjun. The film was a commercial success, and Allu Arjun's performance was appreciated by the audience. While Allu Arjun's acting skills were praised, his dance skills were not particularly noteworthy in this film. However, he did show glimpses of his talent in a few dance sequences.


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​Breaking the stereotypes

It was not until his next film, "Arya," that Allu Arjun's dancing skills came to the fore. "Arya" was directed by Sukumar. The movie was a romantic drama that centered around the love story of Arya, played by Allu Arjun, and Geeta, played by Anu Mehta. The film was a blockbuster and catapulted Allu Arjun to stardom. The songs in the film were a rage, and Allu Arjun's dance moves became the talk of the town. His style of dancing was a unique blend of classical and contemporary dance forms, which set him apart from his contemporaries. Allu Arjun's dance moves in "Arya" paved the way for a new era of dance in Indian cinema, breaking the stereotypes and creating a new trend.


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Winning streak

After the success of "Arya," Allu Arjun's dance style began to evolve. He started incorporating more complex dance moves into his routines and experimenting with different dance forms. In his next film, "Bunny," released in 2005, Allu Arjun's performance in the film was appreciated, and his dance moves were once again the highlight of the movie. His dance routine that was a departure from his usual dance style. His dance routine became a massive hit and established Allu Arjun as one of the best dancers in South cinema.


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​Fusion of dance forms

In 2007, Allu Arjun starred in the film "Desamuduru," which became one of the highest-grossing Telugu films of all time. The film's choreographer, Raju Sundaram, created a dance routine for Allu Arjun that combined Indian dance with contemporary dance styles. Allu Arjun continued to experiment with his dance style in his subsequent films, incorporating elements of Western dance forms like popping and locking into his routines. His dance routines in films like "Parugu," "Arya 2," "Julayi" and Pushpa: The Rise were highly praised and set new standards for dance performances in Indian cinema.


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Influence on South cinema

Allu Arjun's dance style has had a significant impact on Indian cinema, inspiring other actors and choreographers to experiment with new dance forms and styles. His unique blend of Indian classical dance, hip-hop, and contemporary dance has become a hallmark of his movies and has helped him establish a massive fan following. Allu Arjun's dance moves have become a rage among the youth, and his songs have become a staple at parties and weddings.


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​Conclusion

Allu Arjun's evolution as a dancer has been remarkable, and his influence on South cinema has been tremendous. He has set new standards for dance in the industry and has inspired many to follow in his footsteps. His dance routines have become a significant influence on Indian cinema, inspiring other actors and choreographers to experiment with new dance forms and styles. Allu Arjun's unique style of dance has helped him establish a massive fan following and has made him one of the best dancers in South cinema.


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