Dance Ikon
| Dance Ikon | |
|---|---|
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| Genre | Dance reality show |
| Created by | Ohmkar |
| Presented by | Ohmkar |
| Judges | Sekhar Master, Faria Abdullah (Season 2) |
| Country of origin | India |
| Original language | Telugu |
| No. of seasons | 2 |
| No. of episodes | 25 |
| Production | |
| Producer | Oak Entertainments |
| Running time | ~60 minutes |
| Original release | |
| Network | Aha |
| Release | September 2022 – present |
| Related | |
| Dhee | |
Dance Ikon is a Telugu-language dance reality television show that premiered in September 2022. The show is hosted by Ohmkar and airs on the Aha streaming platform. It features dancers from across the world competing for the coveted Dance Ikon trophy. The inaugural season concluded in November 2022, with choreographer Raju and contestant Asif emerging as the winners.[1] They received a cash prize of ₹20 lakhs and an opportunity to choreograph a top Tollywood actor.[2][3]
The judging panel for the first season included renowned choreographer Sekhar Master[4] and actress Ramya Krishnan.[5] Mentors for the contestants were Sreemukhi, Yash, and Monal Gajjar.[6] The show gained popularity for its unique format, being one of the first Telugu dance reality shows to premiere simultaneously on television and an OTT platform.
The announcement for Season 2, titled Dance Ikon 2 – Wild Fire, came out on February 1, 2025[7] with a 20minute media screening at Hyderabad, setting a launch date on Valentine's Day.[8][9] This season introduced actress Faria Abdullah as a judge alongside Sekhar Master. The show continues to be hosted by Ohmkar.
Format
[edit]The show follows a competitive format where contestants perform choreographed routines under the guidance of professional mentors. Each episode features performances, eliminations, and guest appearances. The judging panel is led by renowned choreographer Sekhar Master, along with other industry personalities. The winners are awarded with a Dance Ikon trophy and a cash prize of 20 Lakh Rupees.
Season 1
[edit]Judges and Mentors
[edit]- Yash 'Yashwanth' master
- Sreemukhi
- Monal Gajjar
Episodes
[edit]| Overall
Episode No |
Episode No | Air Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 11 September 2022 | Grand Launch |
| 2 | 2 | 17 September 2022 | |
| 3 | 3 | 18 September 2022 | |
| 4 | 4 | 24 September 2022 | |
| 5 | 5 | 25 September 2022 | |
| 6 | 6 | 01 October 2022 | |
| 7 | 7 | 02 October 2022 | |
| 8 | 8 | 08 October 2022 | |
| 9 | 9 | 09 October 2022 | |
| 10 | 10 | 15 October 2022 | |
| 11 | 11 | 16 October 2022 | |
| 12 | 12 | 22 October 2022 | |
| 13 | 13 | 23 October 2022 | |
| 14 | 14 | 29 October 2022 | |
| 15 | 15 | 30 October 2022 | |
| 16 | 16 | 05 November 2022 | |
| 17 | 17 | 06 November 2022 | |
| 18 | 18 | 12 November 2022 | |
| 19 | 19 | 13 November 2022 | |
| 20 | 20 | 19 November 2022 | |
| 21 | 21 | 20 November 2022 | |
| 22 | 22 | 26 November 2022 | |
| 23 | 23 | 27 November 2022 | Finale |
Season 2
[edit]Season 2
[edit]Episodes
[edit]| Overall
Episode No |
Episode No | Air Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 1 | 14 February 2025 | Grand Launch |
| 25 | 2 | 21 February 2025 | |
| 26 | 3 | 28 February 2025 |
Production and Broadcast
[edit]The show is exclusively streamed on Aha, a regional OTT platform catering to Telugu audiences.[10] The first season consisted of 23 episodes, with contestants vying for the Dance Ikon trophy.
Following the success of its first season, Dance Ikon 2 was launched on February 14, 2025, with new contestants and expanded judging panels.[11]
Reception
[edit]The show has been well received by Telugu audiences, particularly for its vibrant performances and entertainment value. Critics have praised its fresh take on dance reality shows and its ability to showcase emerging talent.[12]
See Also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Today, Telangana (November 28, 2022). "Choreographer Raju along with contestant Asif emerges as the winner of aha's 'Dance Ikon'". Telangana Today. Retrieved February 18, 2025.
- ^ "Dance Ikon: Winners Raju-Asif bag Rs. 20 Lacs; receive the chance to choreograph a top Telugu actor". The Times of India. November 28, 2022. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved February 18, 2025.
- ^ "Ohmkar-hosted OTT dance show titled 'Dance Ikon'; winner to get a chance to choreograph 'Tollywood's top hero'". The Times of India. June 22, 2022. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved February 18, 2025.
- ^ "Sekhar Master to judge Ohmkar-hosted 'Dance Ikon'?". The Times of India. June 27, 2022. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved February 18, 2025.
- ^ "Ramya Krishnan debuts as judge on OTT with Dance Ikon". The Tribune. Retrieved February 18, 2025.
- ^ "Ohmkar hosted 'Dance Ikon' to feature Sreemukhi, Yash and Monal Gajjar as mentors?". The Times of India. August 17, 2022. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved February 18, 2025.
- ^ Sistu, Suhas (February 1, 2025). "Dance Ikon 2 - Wild Fire: A fiery season of dance, fun, and entertainment". www.thehansindia.com. Retrieved February 18, 2025.
- ^ Rachavelpula, Kausalya (February 13, 2025). "'Dance Ikon 2 – Wild Fire' Set to Mesmerize Audiences with Unique Concepts". www.thehansindia.com. Retrieved February 18, 2025.
- ^ KL, Prakash (January 17, 2025). "Dance Ikon 2 OTT Release Date: When, Where To Watch The Dance-Based Show". oneindia.com. Retrieved February 18, 2025.
- ^ "Dance Ikon - Aha's biggest Telugu dance show!". Aha Blog. 2022.
- ^ "Dance Ikon 2: Faria Abdullah joins as a judge". OTTPlay. 2025.
- ^ "Dance Ikon - A must-watch for dance lovers". SouthMoviez. 2025.