There’s something special about watching a Bollywood icon pass the torch to the next generation — and that’s exactly what Karisma Kapoor is doing on India’s Best Dancer Season 5. In an exclusive chat with Pinkvilla, the actress got candid about mentoring young talent, her co-judges, and why this role means so much to her.
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Karisma Kapoor: From The Big Screen To The Judging Panel
Karisma, known for some of Hindi cinema’s most iconic dance numbers, says stepping into a mentor role felt like a natural extension of her journey. She shared that judging India’s Best Dancer has been an amazing experience, and it’s a pleasure and an honor to inspire young talent from across India while getting inspired by them in return.
| Quick Facts | Details |
|---|---|
| Show | India’s Best Dancer Season 5 |
| Premiere | June 6, 2026 |
| Streaming On | Sony LIV & Sony Entertainment Television |
| Co-Judges | Geeta Kapoor, Terrence Lewis, Jaaved Jaaferi |
| Season Theme | Bollywood dance nostalgia |
What She Looks For In Contestants
Beyond technical skill, Karisma says she evaluates performers through what she calls the “three E’s” — entertainment, emotion, and expressions — believing that true dance magic lies in how a performer connects, not just how perfectly they execute steps.
She also opened up about seeing pieces of her younger self in contestants who dance with complete abandon, without overthinking technicality — a quality she deeply admires.
A Season Rooted In Nostalgia
This season brings a special twist: a return to classic Bollywood dance forms, giving younger audiences a taste of the era Karisma herself grew up performing in. It’s this blend of legacy and fresh talent that makes reality TV formats like this one so enduring — a trend seen across the evolution of the broader reality television genre worldwide.
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The Takeaway
Whether she’s judging young dancers or reflecting on her decades-long career, Karisma Kapoor’s warmth and passion shine through — proving why she remains one of Bollywood’s most beloved and enduring stars.
FAQs
Q1. When did India’s Best Dancer Season 5 premiere?
The show began streaming on June 6, 2026, on Sony LIV and Sony TV.
Q2. Who are Karisma Kapoor’s co-judges this season?
She judges alongside Geeta Kapoor, Terrence Lewis, and Jaaved Jaaferi.
