Bollywood Dance Parties for Portland Desi Bipoc LGBT+ Allies

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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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SHAADICORE: Fake Indian Wedding Rave | DJ Prashant | Portland
Sat, Oct 24 · 9:00 PM PDT
40 LBS Coffee Bar, 400 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97204, USA, Portland, OR, US
🎟 GET YOUR TICKETS NOW 🎟

𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐄: 𝐅𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐚𝐯𝐞 | 𝐃𝐉 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭 – 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝
The viral fake Indian wedding party comes to Portland! SHAADICORE lands at 40 LBS Coffee & Bar on October 24 with DJ Prashant for a full fake shaadi experience—think mehendi, Indian food, signature cocktails, photo booth, fancy fits, and a nonstop dance party.
This fake wedding is brought to you by DJ Prashant—a real top‑tier Indian wedding DJ—so you can experience the hype for yourself. Prashant blends Bollywood, Punjabi, South Indian, and his exclusive mashups and remixes into a musical experience you won’t find anywhere else.
Whether you’re a seasoned Indian wedding attendee or new to the scene and joining us for your first 🥰, you’re going to love the energy. Dress to impress. Show off your favorite lehenga, saree, kurta, or other wedding attire.
A fake shaadi… A real party.
📸 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐖𝐄𝐃𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐘 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐒
Make an entrance: Dress for the occasion and capture your look at our decorated wedding photo backdrop.
The full experience: Explore the lounge, meet fellow guests, get adorned with henna, enjoy food, signature drinks, and shop bangles and other accessories.
Grab a bite: Momos and samosas are planned for the evening. Food purchase and preorder details will be announced.
Pick your side: Three distinct signature cocktails with their own personalities. What’s calling your name? (Drinks purchased separately.)
Bride’s Side: Spicy Margarita
Groom’s Side: 40 LBS Old Fashioned
Wedding Crasher: Espresso Martini
🟡 𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐍 & 𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 9:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Music: DJ Prashant – Bollywood - Punjabi - South Indian - Exclusive Mashups 🎵
Age: 21+ Only – Valid State‑Issued ID Required
📍 𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐔𝐄
40 LBS Coffee & Bar
400 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97204, United States
🎟️ 𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐓𝐒 & 𝐄𝐗𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐒
Admission gives you entry to SHAADICORE and DJ Prashant’s set. Food and drinks are sold separately. Henna pricing and availability, and food preorder options, will be shared before the event.
📸 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
DJ Prashant is an ex‑Intel engineer turned DJ, choreographer, singer, and event producer known for viral mashups, genre‑blending sets, and interactive dance moments. With 20M+ YouTube views and 50K+ subscribers, his mission is simple: bring cultures together and keep you dancing longer than you thought possible.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreamprashant/
TEDx Talk, music & dance videos: https://linktr.ee/dreamprashant
✨ 𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐉𝐀𝐈 𝐇𝐎! 𝐃𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐘
The most joyful dance party experience across the U.S. since 2010!
Facebook: facebook.com/jaihodanceparty
Instagram: @jaihodanceparty
YouTube: youtube.com/jaihoparty
From Bollywood hits to community building, Jai Ho! brings culture, joy, music & dance to nightclubs, boats, and stages across the country.
🟢 𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐌𝐒 & 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒
Photos and videos captured on phone, professional gear & META devices during this event will be shared on our social media platforms and may be used for promoting future events. You may receive an email with party photos and will be added to our mailing list. Bollywood Dreams reserves the right to use media captured at the event anywhere without seeking prior permission. We are not liable or responsible for any injury or theft during or after the event. No refunds or chargebacks.
❤️ 𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓?
When not hosting our own dance nights, we love bringing this energy to weddings, private parties, and corporate events. Contact us through http://dreamsperfected.com and let's throw a memorable shindig!
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