Remo Dsouza is back in action with yet another fascinating season of Dance+ on Star Plus. The ace choreographer and film director gets back as the Super Judge of the reality show in its 6th season.
Here is a conversation with Remo wherein he talks about the new season, contestants, on his personal health status and much more.
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Tell us about your journey with the Dance+ Team / Unit?
My journey with Dance+ has been an amazing one. It is one of the highlights of my career. We started with a blank slate and the show eventually went on to be a massive hit. We never knew that this journey is here we are, proudly bringing in the 6th edition to the show! Our motto is to never think of the destination, but the journey, as that’s all that matters. To have enjoyed the process. The longer it is, the more fun it gets. So all in all, I can vouch for the fact that this journey has been one of the best ones so far.
How excited are you to present Season 6 to the viewers?
I am immensely proud and excited for the new season. We always bring to the world artists that make a difference in the dance world and this season is going to be no different. Dancers wait for new seasons to be announced and especially this year, they’ve gotten extra time to prepare, courtesy to the pandemic, which I am sure will turn out to be great for them. We’ve gotten some of the best-talented dancers of the
country on board this season so naturally, I am beyond excited to present this season to the viewers.
Tell us something about your association with Star Plus?
My association with Star Plus has been lovely. I personally adore them as they are the only channel to have actually taken on the risk of bringing in a show to their bouquet that had absolutely no big names on it when it began. There was only an idea that we had and they believed in us. They saw the bright future of the show and that’s where it all began! So yes, the association has been quite successful and I can rightly say that they’ve honestly been my true friends in the industry.
What qualities will you look for in a contestant?
The hard work, passion and dedication for the craft is what we are eyeing for in a contestant. It’s a very unique show where you are expected to just master your craft first and the rest will eventually fall in place. So I would like to see how they have tried to do their best in whatever style they do and their determination towards their art.
What is the definition of dance according to you?
According to me, the definition of dance is life. The craft has given me literally everything I have today. Everything I have dreamt of and achieved that I never imagined I would, I owe to dancing. So like said, dance is life to me.
Which is one dance form you want to learn in the near future?
I am unsure if I can manage it at this stage and age of life but, the dance form I would very much like to learn in the near future is ‘Ballet’. I’ve always been fond of the style and wanted to learn it. So, lets see what the future holds as they say never give up when it comes to something you love doing which is exactly why I am going to try and learn the said dance form.
Tell us your favorite dance form?
I am fond of all kinds of dance forms, Indian Folk Dance forms being an extremely favourite genre. Also Hip Hop, as people know me for it. And given the fact that I am a huge Michael Jackson fan, I’ve been following him since I was pretty young so naturally, Hip Hop is one dance form that is tremendously close to my heart along with the Indian folk dance forms.
After a setback on the health front earlier this year, how does it feel to be back on the sets shooting for this show? How are you coping on the health front?
Yes, I’ve recently had a huge health scare and naturally was truly shaken by it. Being in the dance scene for such a long time and exercising regularly, I was in shock. I do not smoke or consume any alcohol either so I could not understand the reason behind the condition but, I am coping with it really well now. I am back in action with my show and everything else as well so yes, everything’s been great all in all.
Your take on your Captains and Host of the show (Salman, Shakti, Punit and Raghav)
My Captains and my Host are the backbones of the show. They are the reason why the show is so successful. We have Shakti Mohan who I love to the fullest as she is an extremely hardworking person. She turns her failures into successful learnings and I truly respect that about her. Just like her name, she speaks for strength and woman power. She is all geared up for this season just like the rest of us. Coming to Salman, he is the humblest and sorted guy who is also amazingly talented. I’ve known him since his day 1 in show business and can vouch for his determination and talents. Punit, is the most creative out of the lot. He has been the best student ever. He has been assisting me for quite a while now and here he is, a choreographer, a captain and soon to be a director. Last but not least, Raghav is my darling. He is the heart of the show. The show is what it is today because of him. He keeps us all entertained and excited all the time. He is not just funny but also one of the best artists we have in the current times. They are all my family, not only on the stage but also in real life.