Jay Kumar is a choreographer and dance entertainer known for his engaging and interactive style that encourages audiences of all ages to participate. Using a headmic and a strong stage presence, he ensures dances are easy to follow and inclusive.
He leads a talented team of Bollywood dancers, DanceAsia, who perform vibrant medleys alongside his interactive sessions. With over 25 years of experience, Jay Kumar and his team have consistently created fun and memorable experiences for diverse audiences. He spoke to Asian Voice about his services provided for weddings, awards and much more.
1 What specific services do you provide for weddings?
My interactive dance sessions create vibrant energy and joyful smiles, making them a perfect fit for informal pre-wedding celebrations like sangeet, mehndi and haldi functions. At inter-racial weddings, my sessions help break down barriers, as many non-Indians enjoy learning a few dance moves and are often the first to join in. Along with my DanceAsia team, I bring a touch of Bollywood magic to wedding receptions and pre-wedding events through lively performances.
I also specialise in choreography for family and group dances, as well as the bride and groom’s first dance. One memorable experience was working on an episode of BBC’s ‘Don’t Tell The Bride’, where I taught the groom and his groomsmen a fun Bollywood group dance for a surprise wedding at Brighton Pavilion. In addition, I work as a stage host and MC, helping to smoothly manage different parts of the celebration so families can relax and enjoy the event.
Alongside entertainment, I offer colourful décor for pre-wedding functions and provide Bollywood-themed hen party experiences, including dance sessions and costumes for a final performance. I also collaborate with DJs, dhol drummers and other entertainers, allowing me to deliver a complete, one-stop solution for wedding entertainment.
2 What makes your international wedding services unique?
I have been fortunate to be able to provide my dance services globally at many Destination Weddings including Monaco, USA, Thailand, Dubai and India (Jaipur, Mumbai, Delhi).
For some Destination Weddings, I have taught Group dances in the UK to a core set of performers, then added final touches at the Wedding destination once others have joined. This approach helps build confidence across the entire group. With the injection of energy from my Interactive dance sessions at the events makes it even better value and worthwhile.
3 What awards or accolades have you earned throughout your career?
I have been privileged and honoured to receive recognition through numerous awards over the years including the following three prestigious accolades:
British Empire Medal (BEM) for Services to Dance in the Community in Greater London - an Honour from the Late Queen Elizabeth II in June 2022 in her last Birthday Honours List
Pioneer Award at the UK Bhangra Awards 2025 - recognition of being a pioneer in introducing interactive Bhangra and Bollywood Dance as Entertainment for Events over 20 years ago, awarded in December 2025.
Melvin Jones Fellow Award - presented by Lions Clubs International Foundation in January 2024 for Dedicated Humanitarian Services. Over 15 years, I have supported numerous Lions Events with my dance teams, in particular at the Annual Senior Citizens Party for over 800 Seniors and the Annual Christmas Party for disadvantaged Children.
4 Where else do you provide your entertainment services?
I provide entertainment services across a wide range of events, including corporate functions and team-building days, golf club events, Bollywood-themed parties such as charity fundraisers and birthdays, as well as school Bollywood nights. I am also regularly involved in cultural celebrations like Diwali, Holi and community events.
I have also hosted Bollywood Nights for over 20 years, including my long-running events at Venue 5 in Eastcote, North West London, and more recently, Disco Deewane Bollywood boat parties since 2023. In addition, I conduct workshops for schools, corporate groups and community organisations. I also perform at festivals and melas, including the London Mela for 15 years and as a headline act at the Ipswich Mela for several years.
5 Can you share some standout moments or highlights from your journey?
Some of my most memorable highlights include being the Associate Choreographer for Nutkhut’s “Indian Wedding” section at The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Parade in June 2022, where I trained 70 community dancers to perform as wedding guests along the Central London route, including The Mall and in front of Buckingham Palace.
In January 2023, I trained 25 community dancers for the New Year’s Day Parade, performing alongside dhol drummers through central London.
Earlier in my career, I appeared on The Paul O’Grady Show on Channel 4 in 2007 with my team DanceAsia, performing a dandiya routine and teaching Paul O’Grady and his guest some dance steps. That same year, DanceAsia also performed at the Rome International Film Festival, introducing interactive Bollywood dance to Italian audiences.
For more info and bookings:
Jay Kumar - 07866 571298
Email : [email protected]
Website: www.DanceWithJayKumar.com
Instagram: @DanceWithJayKumar
