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In person Bollywood Dance Parties for Portland Desi's, any and all BIPOC, LGBT+ & allies. Previous dance experience is not necessary, come enjoy good tunes, good vibes & be part of a vibrant community.

Looking forward to dancing with you all.

Hosted by DJ Prashant
http://instagram.com/dreamprashant

This group and these parties are for ANYONE who likes to make friends, socialize and dance Bollywood-Bhangra while doing so.
Every month the Jai Ho! Meetup takes place on second Fridays at The Secret Society.

  • Come early before 10 pm to find reserved area for meetup, check our Indian drink specials & socialize with meetup friends.
    Henna by donation all night long
    Fun and easy to learn dance lessons with Prashant at 10 pm.
    Stay late to show off your new moves on the dance floor.

★ Jai Ho! Dance Party ★

Teleport to the dream city, Mumbai, home to the alluring Bollywood film industry at the Jai Ho! Dance Party.

Jai Ho! (victory to you) is a dance party featuring authentic and crossover Indian Dance Music (Bollywood & Bhangra). It has a new flavor (theme) every month.
Jai Ho! is a celebration of Bollywood Music & Dancing, it's not just a dance party, it's like being in a Bollywood Musical. It's an invitation to be goofy, to smile, make friends on the dance floor, to sing & dance all night long!
Dance lessons, dance performances and LIVE singing – make Jai Ho! an experience where anyone and everyone joins the fun and dances, regardless of age, culture or nationality.
Enjoy the photos from our previous parties here, download the music played at our parties here & the videos here.

The man behind Jai Ho! is the Choreographer, DJ & Singer - Prashant, hailing from Mumbai, India, Prashant is celebrated as one of the most exuberant & energetic Bollywood entertainers in North America.
This meetup is organized by Bollywood Dreams Entertainment.

★ Bollywood Dreams Entertainment (LLC) ★

Founded to enrich NW's Musical Experience by producing authentic Indian Entertainment events!

Mumbai born President, Prashant Kakad (Cornell Alum, and former Intel Engineer) is the multi talented face of BDE. A Singer, DJ, and Dance Instructor, his mission is to enrich the U.S. musical experience by drawing and presenting the best talent, straight from India.

In addition to Jai Ho!, BDE produces high quality wedding & corporate events!

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  • FUSION Boat Party – Reggaeton x Bollywood | DJ Prashant | Portland

    FUSION Boat Party – Reggaeton x Bollywood | DJ Prashant | Portland

    Portland Spirit, 1020 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR, US

    🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS NOW 🎟️

    𝐅𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲 – 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐠𝐚𝐞𝐭𝐨𝐧 × 𝐁𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐲𝐰𝐨𝐨𝐝 🚤🔥 – 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝
    FUSION brings Reggaeton and Bollywood together aboard the Portland Spirit for a night of nonstop music, dancing, and waterfront energy. With two levels of entertainment and two completely different music experiences, this is a full‑scale cultural fusion party on the water.
    Move between Latin party heat and Desi dance‑floor anthems while taking in Portland’s skyline from the Willamette River. Grab your crew, bring your energy, and get ready for an unforgettable night aboard one of Portland’s most popular event vessels.
    🎵 𝐓𝐰𝐨 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐬. 𝐓𝐰𝐨 𝐕𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐬. 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲.
    🔥 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝟏 – 𝐅𝐋𝐎𝐖 𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋
    Perreo, Reggaeton, Latin party music, and global dance sounds.
    High‑energy sets featuring Perreo Princess and Julimar.
    Expect infectious rhythms, Latin club energy, and nonstop movement.
    🪩 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝟐 – 𝐉𝐀𝐈 𝐇𝐎! 𝐃𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐘
    Bollywood, Punjabi, Desi hits, exclusive mashups, and high‑energy dance music.
    Curated by DJ Prashant, with signature edits that blend cultures and genres.
    A full Jai Ho! experience designed to bring people together through music and dance.
    🟡 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬
    Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
    Boarding: 10:00 PM
    Sailing: 11:00 PM – 1:00 AM
    Music: DJ Prashant, Julimar & Perreo Princess 🎵
    Age: 21+ welcome – official government ID required
    Professional photography & videography
    📍 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞 – 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐭
    Portland Spirit
    Salmon Street Springs Dock
    1010 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR, United States
    The Portland Spirit offers a spacious setting for special events and cruises along Portland’s waterfront, making it the perfect backdrop for a two‑level Reggaeton and Bollywood dance party.
    📸 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐨 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐋𝐢𝐤𝐞?
    Check out past Jai Ho! Dance Party photos:
    https://www.facebook.com/jaihodanceparty/photos_albums
    👑 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐃𝐉 & 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭 – 𝐃𝐉 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭
    Prashant is an ex‑Intel engineer turned DJ, choreographer, singer, and event producer known for viral mashups, exclusive genre‑blending sets, and highly interactive dance moments. His sets connect Bollywood, Desi music, global club sounds, and unexpected cross‑cultural edits, with a mission to bring people together and keep them dancing longer than they thought possible.
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreamprashant/
    TEDx talk, music & dance videos: https://linktr.ee/dreamprashant
    ✨ 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭 – 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐫
    Julimar is a Maracaibo‑born, Portland‑based artist blending Reggaeton, Amapiano, and Raptor House into high‑energy sets built to move bodies and minds. With tracks such as “Body On Mine” and “The One,” she brings Latin swagger, cross‑cultural flavor, and serious dance‑floor energy to FUSION.
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julimar_onthemic/
    👑 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭 – 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬
    Leslie, known professionally as Perreo Princess, is a Portland‑based DJ and artist specializing in Perreo, Latincore, and global dance sounds. Her sets blend Reggaeton, Cumbia, House, and creative remixes, keeping the dance floor energized from beginning to end.
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perreo_princess/
    🟢 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐬 & 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
    Photos and videos captured during the event may be shared on social media and used to promote future events. You may receive event photos by email and be added to the mailing list. We are not liable or responsible for any injury or theft during or after the event. No refunds or chargebacks.
    We seek to create a safe and celebratory space for everyone. Bigotry, racist remarks, fighting, inappropriate touching, and reckless behavior will not be tolerated. If you see something, say something to venue staff or the event team.
    🌎 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐜𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
    We honor the Indigenous peoples whose ancestral lands surround the Portland waterfront and acknowledge their enduring presence, culture, and connection to this region.
    ❤️ 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬
    When not hosting our own dance nights, we love bringing this energy to weddings, private parties, and corporate events. Contact us through https://dreamsperfected.com/ to create a memorable celebration of your own.

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