Sony Entertainment Television‘s popular celebrity dance reality show, Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, concluded its latest season with flair! As the curtains draw on another electrifying season after 16 weeks, the stage bid farewell to mesmerizing performances and unforgettable moments. With Manisha Rani crowned as the reigning champion, and a talented array of finalists leaving their mark, this season has been a celebration of dance, passion, and talent.
Throughout the season, this renowned international format transformed celebrities into proficient dancers, as the diverse lineup of participants shed their inhibitions and pushed the envelope when it came to dance. The Great Grand Finale was a spectacular affair, with Hosts Rithvik Dhanjani and Gauahar Khan and the esteemed panel of judges – Farah Khan, Arshad Warsi, and Malaika Arora, rooting for the Great Grand Finalists – Manisha Rani, Shoaib Ibrahim, Dhanashree Verma, Adrija Sinha, and Sreerama Chandra.
The finale was further enhanced by the presence of the cast of ‘Murder Mubarak‘ – Sara Ali Khan, Vijay Verma, and Sanjay Kapoor, who joined the contestants on stage for a dance. The team from Sony Entertainment Television’s upcoming comedy show ‘Madness Machayenge India Ko Hasayenge’ – led by Madness Ki Malkin Huma Qureshi, host Harsh Gujral and comedian Inder Sahani were also part of this episode and elevated the entertainment quotient with their humour-filled sketches, witty remarks, and memorable moments, ensuring a laughter-filled experience for the audience.
Dillo Ki Rani, Manisha Rani, made a remarkable wildcard entry into ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa,’ instantly winning the hearts of viewers. Her challenge on the show was to prove herself as a versatile dancer without any prior professional training. With her choreo-partner Ashutosh’s supportive mentoring, Manisha transformed into one of the most graceful dancers on the ‘Jhalak’ stage. Throughout the season, Manisha delivered breath-taking performances ranging from Bollywood to hip-hop, and from classical to robotics. Beyond her dancing prowess, Manisha charmed everyone with her dynamic personality and sweet demeanour. She mesmerized Shahid Kapoor with her moves, leaving him wondering if he should take some dancing tips from her, she took the opportunity to give the ever-so-graceful Juhi Chawla a few tips on posing for the paparazzi, and she also left Nora Fatehi in awe of her belly dancing skills. Despite having entered the season midway, Manisha Rani walked away with her head held high as the winner of ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa,’ proving that hard work and dedication can truly make dreams come true.
Manisha Rani, the reigning champion of Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, was honored with a generous prize of INR 30 lakhs, while her choreographer, Ashutosh Pawar, received INR 10 lakhs from Sony Entertainment Television. The duo also won a grand trip to Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, felicitated by Mr. Liam Findlay, Chief Executive Officer, Miral Destination and Mr. Rashad Al Ghadban, Senior Director of PR and Corporate Communications, Miral Destinations.