On March 10, 2026, fans at the Chase Center in San Francisco witnessed a vibrant fusion of South Asian culture and high-energy performance as Gurus of Dance, a Bay Area–based Bollywood dance collective, took the NBA halftime stage.
Founded in 2009 by Aditya Patel, Gurus of Dance has grown into one of America’s most dynamic Bollywood dance companies, offering classes and performances across the San Francisco Bay Area. Their mission is to celebrate the spirit of Bollywood and diverse dance traditions, blending them with contemporary influences to create unforgettable performances.
The halftime show featured the iconic Omkara title track, composed by Vishal Bhardwaj, bringing a powerful Indian soundtrack to a global audience. The performance captivated fans, blending Bollywood storytelling, precise choreography, and high-energy theatrics, giving the NBA halftime stage a distinct Indian twist.
Headquartered in Milpitas, Gurus of Dance trains dancers of all ages and levels across Bollywood, hip hop, classical, and folk styles. Over the years, they have shared stages with renowned Bollywood artists and earned accolades, including being crowned national champions on Zee TV’s Dance USA Dance.
From a cult Bollywood classic to the NBA halftime stage, Omkara continues to command attention, and Gurus of Dance is at the forefront of bringing Indian culture to the global stage.
