Indian Film Dance

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about Indian Film Dance. It covers various aspects of dance in Indian cinema, including popular dance forms, iconic choreographers, and memorable dance sequences.
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Which of the following is NOT a popular dance form in Indian cinema?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Salsa

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Salsa is a Latin dance form that is not commonly seen in Indian cinema. Bharatanatyam, Kathak, and Kuchipudi are all classical Indian dance forms that are often featured in Indian films.

Who is considered to be the father of Indian film dance?

  1. Uday Shankar

  2. Bhagwan Dada

  3. V. Shantaram

  4. Guru Dutt


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Uday Shankar is widely regarded as the father of Indian film dance. He was a renowned dancer and choreographer who introduced modern dance techniques to Indian cinema.

Which Indian film is known for its iconic dance sequence featuring the song "Ek Do Teen"?

  1. Tezaab

  2. Mr. India

  3. Coolie No. 1

  4. Tridev


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The film "Tezaab" (1988) features an iconic dance sequence set to the song "Ek Do Teen". The sequence was choreographed by Saroj Khan and performed by Madhuri Dixit.

Which choreographer is known for his innovative and energetic dance styles in Indian cinema?

  1. Prabhu Deva

  2. Shiamak Davar

  3. Remo D'Souza

  4. Ganesh Acharya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prabhu Deva is a renowned choreographer in Indian cinema known for his innovative and energetic dance styles. He has choreographed numerous hit dance sequences in films like "ABCD", "Wanted", and "Rowdy Rathore".

Which Indian film features a dance sequence where the lead actor dances on top of a train?

  1. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  2. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  3. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  4. Mohabbatein


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The film "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" (1995) features a memorable dance sequence where the lead actor, Shah Rukh Khan, dances on top of a train.

Which dance form is characterized by its graceful movements and intricate footwork?

  1. Kathak

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Odissi

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kathak is a classical Indian dance form known for its graceful movements and intricate footwork. It is often performed to the accompaniment of tabla and sitar.

Which Indian film features a dance sequence where the lead actress dances in a field of sunflowers?

  1. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  2. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  3. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  4. Mohabbatein


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The film "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham" (2001) features a dance sequence where the lead actress, Kajol, dances in a field of sunflowers.

Which dance form is known for its energetic and rhythmic movements?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Garba

  3. Lavani

  4. Bihu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhangra is a popular dance form from the Punjab region of India. It is known for its energetic and rhythmic movements, often performed to the accompaniment of dhol and tumbi.

Which Indian film features a dance sequence where the lead actors dance on a moving train?

  1. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  2. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  3. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  4. Mohabbatein


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The film "Mohabbatein" (2000) features a dance sequence where the lead actors, Shah Rukh Khan and Aishwarya Rai, dance on a moving train.

Which dance form is characterized by its expressive hand gestures and storytelling elements?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Odissi

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bharatanatyam is a classical Indian dance form known for its expressive hand gestures and storytelling elements. It is often performed to the accompaniment of carnatic music.

Which Indian film features a dance sequence where the lead actors dance in a temple?

  1. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  2. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  3. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  4. Mohabbatein


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The film "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" (1998) features a dance sequence where the lead actors, Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, dance in a temple.

Which dance form is known for its acrobatic and high-energy movements?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Garba

  3. Lavani

  4. Bihu


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bihu is a popular dance form from the Assam region of India. It is known for its acrobatic and high-energy movements, often performed to the accompaniment of dhol and pepa.

Which Indian film features a dance sequence where the lead actors dance on a beach?

  1. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  2. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  3. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  4. Mohabbatein


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The film "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" (1995) features a dance sequence where the lead actors, Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, dance on a beach.

Which dance form is characterized by its fast-paced and rhythmic footwork?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Odissi

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kuchipudi is a classical Indian dance form known for its fast-paced and rhythmic footwork. It is often performed to the accompaniment of carnatic music.

Which Indian film features a dance sequence where the lead actors dance in a snow-covered landscape?

  1. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  2. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  3. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  4. Mohabbatein


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The film "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham" (2001) features a dance sequence where the lead actors, Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, dance in a snow-covered landscape.

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