Saurabh_Prajapati
Saurabh Prajapati
Indian choreographer
Saurabh Prajapati (born 24 March 1999) is an Indian choreographer, dancer and artistic director.[1] He is widely known for his performance and direction of the "Fidaai" music video starring Elli AvrRam and Salman Yusuff Khan.[2]
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Saurabh Prajapati | |
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| Born | Saurabh Prajapati (1999-03-24) 24 March 1999 (age 25) |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Graduation in dance and Diploma in Dance Foundation |
| Occupation(s) | Artistic Director, Choreographer |
| Television | The Kapil Sharma Show, India's Best Dancer |
Saurabh Prajapati was raised in Uttar Pradesh, India. His journey began when he discovered his talent at 8 years old, leading him to attend dance classes in Uttar Pradesh.[3] He pursued his education in dance and a Diploma in Dance Foundation, being trained nationally and international at institutions like Terence Lewis' Professional Training Institute.[4]
Saurabh is a choreographer in several Bollywood films and music videos.[5] He has also choreographed alongside multiple well-known artists for stage shows, feature films and music videos. Saurabh is currently holding the title of the "Youngest Dance Choreographer and Director" [6] in India with performances and appearance on various successful films and music videos.[7][8]
In 2019, he appeared as a judge on Electric Heels, a group dance competition by IIT Guwahati.[9] He has later appeared on several dance live shows as a guest.
In 2021, he directed and choreographed the music video "Fidaai" starring Elli AvrRam and Salman Yusuff Khan, which was later supported by Aamir Khan for his work.[10][11] He also starred as a choreographer alongside Yo Yo Honey Singh and Lulia Vantur for the music video and promotional videos of "Yai Re".[12]
In 2022, he worked with the rapper Badshah on curating and choreographing the Paagal Tour across India.[13]
He has also directed promotional videos for Jio IPL T20 and Domino's Pizza.
In 2022, he directed the video of the song "Aao Naa", sung by Vishal Mishra, featuring with Terence Lewis.[14]
During The Kapil Sharma Show S1 (E168), on the "choreographers special show" featuring Geeta Kapoor, Ganesh Acharya and Terence Lewis as guests, Saurabh appeared in the episode directing Tenu Meri Umar Lag Jaave, during its promotion, including many other television live shows.[15]
He also appeared in the finale of India's Best Dancer for the live performance of Tenu Meri Umar Lag Jaave, which was also directed by him.[16]
Projects Directed by Saurabh Prajapati
| No. | Year | Title of Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2020 | Tu Hai Toh |
| 2 | 2020 | Tenu Meri Umar Lag Jaave |
| 3 | 2020 | Palaash Muchhal Feat. Amit Mishra: Ab Kya Jaan Legi Meri |
| 4 | 2020 | Tenu Meri Umar Lag Jaave |
| 5 | 2021 | Fidaai (ft. Elli AvrRam , Salman Yusuff Khan) [17] |
| 6 | 2022 | Shaidayee |
| 7 | 2022 | Bharosa (ft. Vishal Mishra, Nishawn Bhullar, Kaushal Kishore, Saurabh P) [18] |
| 8 | 2022 | Khuda Badal Diya (ft. Surbhi Jyoti | Rohit Khandelwal, Sumit B, Bhanu P, Saurabh P) [19] |
| 9 | 2022 | Directed & Choreographed Dhavni Bhanushali Live Tour Shows |
| 10 | 2022 | Aao Naa (ft. Vishal Mishra, Kaushal Kishore) [20] |
| 11 | 2022 | Chandni (ft. Vishal Mishra) (VYRL Originals) [21] |
| 12 | 2022 | Badshaah Paagal Tour [22] |
Projects choreographed by Saurabh Prajapati
| Year | Title of Work |
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| 2019 | Arjun Kanungo (ft. Hona Chaida) |
| 2020 | Kandhe Ka Who Til (ft. Sachet Tandon) [23] |
| 2020 | Palaash Muchhal (Ft. Amit Mishra: Ab Kya Jaan Legi Meri) [24] |
| 2021 | Soulmate (ft. Akull, Aastha Gill, Shivaleeka Oberoi, Mellow D, Dhruv Y [25] |
| 2022 | Shonk Se |
| 2022 | Dhokebaaz (ft. Jaani l Afsana Khan l Vivek Anand Oberoi, Trindha Choudhury) (VYRL Originals) [26] |
| 2022 | Runjhun Barsaatien Aayi Hai (ft. Vishal Mishra, Hina Khan & Shaheer S l Rashmi Virag l Raj Jaiswal) |
| 2022 | Laal Mehendiyaan (ft. Akull) |
| 2022 | Aao Naa (ft. Vishal Mishra) |
| 2022 | Nazneen (ft. Uchana Amit, Sonarika Bhadoria) |
| 2022 | Badshaah Paagal Tour |
| 2022 | Yai Re (ft. Yo Yo Honey Singh, Lulia Vantur) [27] |
| 2022 | Film Banda Singh with Arshad Warsi and Meher Vij |
| 2023 | Been (ft. Kaka WRLD, Pranjal Dahiya, Renuka Panwar, Jaani, Avvy Sra, B2gether Pros) |
| 2023 | Kyun (ft. Aastha Gill) |
| 2023 | Kut Kut Bajra (ft. Neha Bhasin) |
| 2023 | Ashk (ft. Yo Yo Honey Singh, Tahmina Arsalan) |
- "Saurabh Prajapati | Additional Crew, Director". IMDb. Retrieved 19 January 2024.
- "Showbiz needs course of correction, says Saurabh Prajapati". Zee News. Retrieved 19 January 2024.
- Desk, T. F. C. (30 April 2022). "Choreographer-director Saurabh Prajapati on International dance day: Dance is like a blessing to me". THE FILMY CHARCHA. Retrieved 19 January 2024.
- Updated, CineBuster Online | (16 March 2022). "Choreographer-Director Saurabh Prajapati, 'When I started winning all the competitions, that's when my parents realised that I have potential'! | Latest News, Breaking News, National News, World News, India News, Bollywood News, Business News, Politics News, Sports News, Entertainment News - CineBuster". Retrieved 19 January 2024.
- "I want to choreograph the Khans of Bollywood, says Saurabh Prajapati". The Times of India. 24 March 2021. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 19 January 2024.
- Mohanty, Anish (18 September 2020). "India's youngest choreographer and dance director Saurabh Prajapati's Kandhe Ka Wo Til crosses 16m views on YouTube in a week". Planet Bollywood. Retrieved 18 January 2024.
- Correspondent, B. O. (1 October 2020). "Dancer-choreographer Saurabh Prajapati Directs His Mentor Terence Lewis". Bold Outline: India's leading Online Lifestyle, Fashion & Travel Magazine. Retrieved 18 January 2024.
- "I want to choreograph the Khans of Bollywood, says Saurabh Prajapati". The Times of India. 24 March 2021. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 18 January 2024.
- Suri, Ridhi; News, India TV (6 March 2021). "Elli AvrRam shot '24 hours non-stop' for music video Fidaai, says 'It was a very tough shoot'". www.indiatvnews.com. Retrieved 18 January 2024.
{{cite web}}:|last2=has generic name (help) - "Elli AvrRam shares the first look of her new song Fidaai. Can't wait, say fans". India Today. Retrieved 18 January 2024.
- "Saurabh Prajapati's fun reel with Honey Singh on their song Yai Re has gone viral - The Glitz Media". 4 February 2023. Retrieved 18 January 2024.
- "After Sellout Mumbai Concert, Badshah Hits The Road For Rest Of 'Paagal' Tour". 1 January 2023. Retrieved 18 January 2024.
- Tenu Meri Umar Lag Jaave (Video 2020) | Short, Sport, retrieved 18 January 2024
- India's Best Dancer Finale | Tenu Meri Umar Lag Jaave Dance Performance | Terence Lewis | Rahul Jain, retrieved 22 January 2024
- "I want to choreograph the Khans of Bollywood, says Saurabh Prajapati". The Times of India. 24 March 2021. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 23 March 2024.
- "Choreographer-director Saurabh Prajapati is enjoying all the love his latest track Bharosa is getting - Stardust". 6 August 2022. Retrieved 23 March 2024.
- Bollyy, Team. "Youngest choreographer-director Saurabh Prajapati elated with the success of Khuda Badal Diya". bollyy.com. Retrieved 23 March 2024.
- "Saurabh Prajapati Talks about Aao Naa". Tribune India.
- Pillay, Neolin (1 February 2023). "Youngest director-choreographer Saurabh Prajapati's groovy love song, Chandni is making everyone fall in love all over again". Urban Asian. Retrieved 23 March 2024.
- "After sellout Mumbai concert, Badshah hits the road for rest of 'Paagal' tour". The Times of India. 1 January 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 23 March 2024.
- "Saurabh Prajapati hits a hat-trick!". Onmanorama. Retrieved 23 March 2024.
- "'Life has come by in a full circle': Saurabh Prajapati on directing mentor Terence Lewis for 'Tu Hai Toh' music video". DNA India. Retrieved 23 March 2024.
- "Akull & Aastha Gill's New Song 'Soulmate' Crosses a Million Views! - Social Nation". 9 September 2021. Retrieved 23 March 2024.
- "Saurabh Prajapati thrilled with response for 'Dhokebaaz' track". Ahmedabad Mirror. Retrieved 23 March 2024.
- "Saurabh Prajapati's fun reel with Honey Singh on their song Yai Re has gone viral - The Glitz Media". 4 February 2023. Retrieved 23 March 2024.