Nagin Dance – The Word, the Moves, and the Energy

Nagin dance has emerged as a word with several definitions. For instance, one of my unhappy dealers once called me about a competing salesman nearby. He said, “Sir, that man is doing Nagin dance on our product complaints. Do something!” But it’s not just in business. The term has crept into everyday life. A mother looks at her daughter, dressed in torn jeans, and asks: “Going to school to study or doing Nagin dance — what are you wearing?” And in school farewells, where once “Papa kehte hain” ruled the dance floor, now Nagin dance has taken over. Every procession, marriage party, barat, or farewell — suddenly, the Nagin dance emerges. It’s the moment when formality is forgotten, energy is expressed, and fun becomes contagious. Even the shyest uncle, the quietest cousin, or the most serious teacher sometimes can’t resist. Yet, like all energy, it can be criticized too. Remember when the Bangladesh cricket team performed a Nagin dance after a match, seemingly with the intention of showing revenge? The crowd laughed, some frowned, and the commentators couldn’t decide whether it was playful or provocative. The Nagin dance is not just a dance. It’s energy, showmanship, mischief, and sometimes a little chaos — appearing wherever humans feel the urge to express themselves. It’s playful, expressive, and yes, sometimes a little mischievous. Through weddings, farewells, classrooms, homes, or even cricket stadiums, Nagin dance reminds us: - To express energy - To have fun - To show spirit - To laugh, compete, and be present No matter how small or big the stage, Nagin dance is now a universal declaration of human energy and joy