Ever seen Bhangra on Shakira’s song; Punjabi dancers set Colombian streets on fire

Dance has long been a universal language—and a recent viral video has proved just how powerful it can be in uniting people across cultures.

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Professional dancer Hardy Singh took to the streets of Colombia with a companion to perform bhangra to the beats of “La Bicicleta” by Shakira and Carlos Vives. Their moves and energy quickly captured the attention of passersby, including a woman in a wheelchair whose smile stole the show.

Shared on Instagram by @itshardysingh with the caption, “Lit up the Colombian streets with Bhangra,” the video has resonated with viewers worldwide, racking up over three million views and more than 2,66,566 likes.

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The performance struck an emotional chord with many. One Instagram user wrote, “OMG! You made that lady’s day – who was on a wheelchair. Look at her million-dollar smile.” Another commented, “This is what humans were meant to be. Communities sharing art, music, and joy. Not serving mindless money-making corporates and fighting other people’s wars.” A third user added, “When two cultures collaborate, it creates MAGIC!!!”