Shivanshu Soni is an Indian dancer and choreographer known for his fusion style of dance. |
He performed on stage at the age of 5 in school and later learned Kathak in Satna. |
The support of his family helped him overcome societal criticism for learning Kathak as a boy. |
Lack of resources in his hometown led him to travel to cities like Gujarat and Mumbai for dance workshops. |
After relocating to Mumbai, he blended various dance forms with Kathak to create his fusion style. |
Participating in dance competitions helped him gain recognition, with wins in different events. |
In 2016, he achieved a significant milestone by winning the Dance Vindhaya Dance competition. |
Shivanshu reached the Top 3 in the dance reality show Jam Ke Naach in 2018. |
He received a scholarship from choreographer Eric John Campros to train in New York. |
Shivanshu won the EVOLUTION 2 GOA - All India Dance Championship in 2018. |
In 2022, he stood out in Flipkart's Entertainer No. 1 contest and World of Dance Championship. |
He impressed the judges on Dance+ 6 in 2021, earning a direct entry into the Top 12. |
Shivanshu received an honor from CM Shivraj Singh Chauhan in 2023 for his contribution to dancing. |
He auditioned for India’s Best Dancer Season 3, garnering praise from the judges. |
By blending Kathak with other styles, he earned recognition for his unique dance form. |
Shivanshu's tribute to a young dancer on India’s Best Dancer was highly appreciated. |
International dance group Quickstyle lauded his fusion of classical and contemporary dance. |
He finished as the second runner-up in the grand finale of India's Best Dancer Season 3. |
Invited as a speaker at India Today Conclave Mumbai 2023, he shared his dance journey. |
Shivanshu endorses brands like the PokerBaazi app on his social media. |
He conducts dance workshops across various cities to teach classical and contemporary forms. |
His YouTube channel, Shivanshu Soni, features vlogs and dance videos for his fans. |