Nickname:

Flash

Hometown:

Pittsburgh, PA

School:

Arts & Sciences

Favorite Dance Style: 

Bhangra

This speedy devil, an ex-track superstar, decided to show up some of the big faces of Dhamaka during his first freshmen dance performance and now look where he is. Hailing from the steel capital of Pittsburgh, with his rock-hard dancing and his unwavering desire to improve, you can always trust Ainesh to be dancing like there’s no tomorrow, especially when it’s Bhangra time. But the truth is, you’ll probably see him checking himself out in the mirror and seeing how his triceps are doing more than anything else. Watch out for this guy, he’s “Black and Yellow” all day.

Nickname: 

Mexican

Hometown:

Chandler, AZ

School:

Wharton, Engineering

Favorite Dance Style: 

Bhangra

Ameya hails from Chandler, Arizona, but we think there is a Mexican connection he hasn’t told us about. At first, he might seem mild-mannered, a man of few words. But put him on a dance floor with some hardcore hip-hop and he transforms into a beast that can perform moves heretofore unknown… moves which more than impress the ladies. When not mesmerizing bystanders with his dance skills, Ameya can be found waxing poems about computer science and finance and walking down Locust Walk with an attitude that is impossible to replicate.

Nickname: 

Puji

Hometown:

Johns Creek, GA

School:

Engineering

Favorite Dance Style: 

Bhangra

A soon to be GQ model because of his 50 inch chest and lean shoulders, his strength and athleticism make him a powerful bhangra dancer and insane stuntman. His athletic body and great personality not only makes him an asset to Dhamaka, but also makes him the most sought after man in 2015.

Nickname: 

Ammu

Hometown:

Potomac, MD

School:

Arts & Sciences

Favorite Dance Style: 

Bhangra

In every boy’s journey to reach dance enlightenment, he encounters a wise old spirit who has seen the ways of the world, its beauty and its cruelty, and who counsels the boy to find his path. This old spirit is Ammar. Entering Dhamaka as a super-senior citizen, he embodies many forms: he’s the grandpa of bhangra, the Amitabh of filmi, and the DMX of police encounters. But when you see his smile on stage, you know everything is going to be alright.

Nickname: 

Anks

Hometown:

Marlboro, NJ

School:

Wharton, Engineering

Favorite Dance Style: 

Filmi

Ankur is celebrated for his versatility. A Dhamaka dancer as well as a student in the prestigious Management & Technology program, Ankur enjoys ribbon dancing, watching the Bollywood matinee at the local theater, and translating books into binary. But don’t get it twisted: he’s still true to his roots. A Jersey native, he refuses to travel anywhere without hair gel, tanning spray, and a dumbbell for fist pumping exercises. Needless to say, he likes to make his presence known on the rare occasion he comes to practice on time.

Nickname: 

Sophomore

Hometown:

Mumbai, India

School:

Engineering

Favorite Dance Style: 

Filmi

One rainy day in the motherland, Archit had an epiphany as he stared out of his bedroom window. After many hours of dreaming about bromances and sweat, he decided to bring his dancing talents, deep voice, and undeniably sexy accent to the States, where he found love at first thigh slap with Dhamaka. And lucky for Dmak, this young lad is truly a unique Budhraja. His demeanor may be calm and collected, but be forewarned: this “Buddha” has been known to go wild!

Nickname: 

Ke$ha

Hometown:

Shoreview, MN

School:

Engineering

Favorite Dance Style: 

Popping

The King of Cram, the Sultan of Study, Dhamaka’s Keshav Mangalick will surely become a future Nobel Prize recipient for all of the work that he perpetually has on his plate. But when he’s not pulling multiple all-nighters in a row, Keshav becomes the breaking, tracing machine that Dhamaka has come to know and love. Just one hip-hop warm up will turn this scholar into a performer, as he awes those who witness the greatness that is the hermit dancer emerging from his recluse.

Nickname: 

Andrew v3

Hometown:

Media, PA

School:

Arts & Sciences

Favorite Dance Style: 

Tracing

The Asian without the Asian glow, Nick Ouyang knows how to get down. Built like a tank, this macho man is keen on showing off his hip-hop chops at a moment’s notice. But whenever he isn’t popping and locking, gliding, tutting, tracing, or busting out any of the other big guns in his arsenal of smooth and sexy steps, the guy does serious work – whether it be in Rodin booths, with the ladies, or more likely in the weight room. As brown town’s most prized possession, Nick is here to stay, along with his favorite Indian catchphrase, “Chalo Panga!”

Nickname: 

Brohan

Hometown:

Andover, MA

School:

Wharton, Engineering

Favorite Dance Style: 

Filmi

Here we present Rohan Malhotra, a Massachusetts resident that refers to himself as Bro-han.  As the youngest of three, Rohan has received the best traits, epitomizing a warm-hearted and calm fellow. Despite this gentle side, Rohan is a fiend on campus, working on a dual degree in Wharton and Engineering (not to mention his ability to beast hip-hop and filmy).  Polo Ralph Lauren seems to trend in the family, and Rohan deviously plans to use his charm and style to take over for his brother as Dhamaka President in the future.

Nickname: 

Diego Santiago Rodriguez

Hometown:

Fullerton, CA

School:

Arts & Sciences

Favorite Dance Style: 

Shuffling

A devout fan of the song Party Rock Anthem, Samir is rumored to have been spotted shuffling down Locust Walk. His prior experience makes him an extremely versatile dancer and especially talented at hip-hop. Dhamaka is truly lucky to have his Cali swag.

Nickname: 

Dr. Srimix

Hometown:

Laramie, WY

School:

Medicine (Ph.D)

Favorite Dance Style: 

South Indian Filmi

Sri is notable for several characteristics: his amazingly smooth, hairless face (and abs), his ability to attract the ladies with the graceful movements of his long limbs, and his suave dance mixxxes. He is often seen around campus holding himself horizontally on poles and dancing bhangra to all kinds of music. When it comes to practice, however, there is only one thing that can be said about this tall man: beware of the whirling dandiya.

Nickname: 

Tani

Hometown:

New York, NY

School:

Arts & Sciences

Favorite Dance Style: 

Filmi

We’ve got two words for this kid: child-star prodigy. After starring in Bombay Dreams on Broadway, this talented member is changing the face of Dhamaka with his modern dance background. Needless to say, Tanvir is the true definition of a ladies man with his strong jawline and unnaturally fluffy hair.

Nickname: 

Tejo

Hometown:

Huntsville, AL

School:

Arts & Sciences

Favorite Dance Style: 

Filmi

Once upon a time, there was a young slave by the name of Teja. Under the blistering Egyptian sun, Teja toiled day and night at the Great Pyramids. Not a soul had ever heard him talk, as his lips deferred to the majesty of his luscious black goatee. One afternoon, however, as he struggled with a heavy load of bricks, Teja’s shoulders began bouncing uncontrollably, and his arms rose up above his head. His tongue curled to the back of his mouth; everyone watched on with bated breath. Teja passionately unloaded the bricks and unleashed a barbaric yawp: “Brrrrruuuaha!!!”

Nickname: 

Vaibs

Hometown:

Houston, TX

School:

Wharton, Engineering

Favorite Dance Style: 

Bhangra

When he’s not talking, he’s dancing. Honestly, this guy has the best dance expressions. It alternates between concentrated, confused, intense, ecstatic, and sexy, especially when he’s pelvic thrusting. That’s when the true beast that is Vaibhav Goel comes out to play. And that is a beautiful sight.