Bollywood Masala
A large-scale dance show that combines film, dance, and Indian gastronomy in a festive musical comedy. The show tells the story of Chef Mr. Kari Balti, inventor of on-location catering in the Bollywood universe. Featuring over 300 colorful costumes, energetic dances, and hits from Bollywood films.
When you think of Bollywood, you think of the world’s largest film industry: India. And when you think of Masala, you think of curry dishes with a magical blend of spices. Bollywood Masala is a large-scale dance show that combines film, dance, and Indian gastronomy in a festive musical comedy.
The show tells the story of the famous Indian chef Mr. Kari Balti, inventor of on-location catering at the time the Bollywood film industry was emerging. Director Toby Gough and choreographer Mahesh Poojary created an energetic show full of joyful dances, over 300 colorful costumes, epic romance, and comedy.
The dancers have shared the stage with Shah Rukh Khan and Amitabh Bachchan, among others. The musicians play ethnic themes with traditional instruments, such as the zither, the drum, or the sarangi. The show is based on the traditional ‘masala movie’ formula, where genres and emotions mingle without hierarchy. Featuring songs from film classics such as Devdas , Lagaan , Dhoom , and the Oscar-winning song Naatu Naatu from RRR .
