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Akshay recalls Paresh Rawals character on the sets of Dare 2 Dance

Thanks to the daredevilry that Akshay Kumar gets himself into, hes known for his Khiladi

image. But then theres more! The star is also famous for his sense of humour, which he is yet

again putting to display while he shoots for Life OKs new show Dare 2 Dance, in South Africa.

Kumar plays the host, and a mentor to all the contestants on the show, but just while he is strict

and disciplined, he makes sure theres a dose of fun as well.

A testament to that is the fact that the actor has given nicknames to a few contestants on the

show. For instance, he calls Ranchi girl Alisha Singh (Dance India Dance, and Dil Dosti Dance

fame) Iliyas bhai. It may well be recalled that Iliyas was the name of Paresh Rawals character in

the 2002 film Aankhen. During the under-water episode, I was extremely nervous since I didnt

have much time to rehearse. After my performance, the judges gave me a red card, but then

when I went to Akshay sir, he laughed and told me I performed well, and have got a green card

from both the judges. Thats when he suddenly called me Iliyas bhai and since then he calls me

that, laughs Singh. Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal have done a number of memorable films

together, Aankhen being one of them.

So, it doesnt come as a surprise that the actor instantly recalled the name of Rawals character

from the film. But, the fun doesnt end here. Another contestant, television actress Sayantani

Ghosh who was last seen in Mahabharat, also happens to get a nick name from the star. He calls

her shy-anthony. Now indeed, the star knows how to calm down the fear and anxiety pangs of

the contestants through some laughter on the set.

Presented by Micromax and powered by Honda, Dare 2 Dance is a first of its kind reality

show, where various challenges are thrown in at ten contestants, all of them being good

dancers. The contestants face a new, thrilling challenge and a new dance floor every episode,

thus promising some edge-of-the-seat action. The show goes on air from September,

every Saturday and Sunday, 8.30 pm, only on Life OK.

A series of various events have led up to the stardom that Shantanu Maheshwari has attained so far. Having been recognised for his talent in dancing, Shantanu is the lead actor of Dil Dosti Dance (D3), a popular dance-based teen drama. It was one talent-hunt which changed Shantanu Maheshwari’s life, turning him into an overnight star. A young boy who hails from Kolkata, Shantanu had always dreamt of working behind the camera. It was his mother who always dreamt that he would be a star. Shantanu has claimed that it had all started through various events in his society, where his family would be an active part that led to him starting his hobby of dancing. In fact, it was his mother who had identified his talent in dancing and encouraged him to pursue it. Thus, for eight years, his life had revolved around learning and training in different types of dances. Acting was never a part of his plan. In fact he has had training in various forms of dance such as hip hop and folk. However, moving from Kolkata to Mumbai, where his talents were noticed has led to a tremendous amount of success for this young, budding star. A shy introvert otherwise, Shantanu currently studies in HR college where he participates in the Street Soul Dance Crew (SSDC) of the college. Here, he also specialises in popping and (liquid) waving. He is known to have also participated in Channel V’s India Fest, where it was here that people from Cinevistaas had noticed him and later on called him for an audition for Dil Dosti Dance, a popular dance-based teen drama. Selected for the role, Shantanu is currently the lead actor for the show, which is aired on Channel V; he has made people laugh, cry and share every moment of his on air. A show, which is a daily soap that is aired on Channel V, is all about friendship, feelings, romance and the dance performances held by a group of dancers. Playing the role of Swayam Shekhawat on the show, Shantanu plays the role of a simple guy who has various hidden talents. Depicted as a brilliant dancer on the show, the show revolves around the friendships that he develops and his attempts in trying to show Sharon, the girl whom he loves that he is actually something. Sneha Kapoor is depicted in the role of Sharron and as the dance diva in the show. An otherwise salsa dancer, instructor and choreographer, she is widely credited for putting Indian salsa on the world map. Swayam is constantly shown as trying to win the affection of Sharon, a popular and dazzling dancer of the college. Sharing a great on-screen chemistry with co-actor Sneha, Shantanu has is extremely overwhelmed with all the attention that is currently getting. While he is adored by millions of fans for his impressive performances on the show and his sharp, stunning look, Shantanu is earning more brownie points than he deserves. In fact, his stint in this show has found him many other avenues in the world of showbiz as well. Currently open to other avenue of television, Shantanu is eager to try his hand at reality shows. Yet, hesitant to try his hand at -saas-bahu’ shows, Shantanu feels that he is yet too young to try the genre. Fate has certainly been kind to Shantanu as he not only is carved a niche for himself in showbiz but also looks forward to many future glam moments as well. Hailing from Kolkata, Shantanu Maheshwari has come a long way from a small town boy to an overnight, sensational heartthrob for his role in Dil Dosti Dance, a popular dance-based teen drama.