Dance Deewane is one of India’s most inclusive and unique dance reality shows, which premiered in 2018 on Colors TV. What sets it apart is its “three-generation” format: children, adults, and seniors all compete on the same dance stage. The show is judged by eminent personalities, hosted by lively anchors, and gives a platform where age is no barrier in expressing art. Across its seasons, Dance Deewane has delivered stunning performances, emotional stories, and surprising winners. In this article, we’ll explore its theme/format, winners, runner-ups, hosts, judges for all seasons.
Format of Dance Deewane Reality Show
The basic format of Dance Deewane:
- Three Generations Competing: Contestants are grouped into three “generations” — young/children (Generation 1), adults (Generation 2), and seniors (Generation 3). Each generation has its own style and audience appeal.
- Auditions & Selection: Open auditions are held; contestants are selected into the main competition across the three generations.
- Judging Panel: A panel of judges (which has included Madhuri Dixit, Tushar Kalia, Shashank Khaitan, Dharmesh Yelande, etc.) evaluates performances across age, style, skill, expression etc.
- Hosting: A host or hosts maintain the flow, interact with contestants, often bring emotional depth or light moments. Hosts have included Arjun Bijlani, Raghav Juyal, Bharti Singh & Haarsh Limbachiyaa.
- Competition Rounds & Generational Battles: Contestants perform weekly (solo, pair, group, etc.), often there are inter-generation battles. Generational winners may also be recognized.
- Finale & Winner: At the end of the season, an ultimate winner is declared (sometimes a pair), usually from one generation, but the format allows recognition of best performers across generations. Prize often includes money and trophy.
Dance Deewane Winners, Runner-ups, Judges, Hosts
Here is a table summarizing Seasons 1 through 4 of Dance Deewane (as per latest available data), showing winners, runner-ups, judges, hosts, and key details:
| Season | Year(s) | Winner(s) | Runner-up(s) / First Runner-up | Host(s) | Judges |
| 1 | 2018 | Aalok Shaw | Kishen Bilagali | Arjun Bijlani | Madhuri Dixit; Tushar Kalia; Shashank Khaitan |
| 2 | 2019 | Vishal Sonkar | Twisha Patel & Vihaan Trivedi | Arjun Bijlani | Madhuri Dixit; Tushar Kalia; Shashank Khaitan |
| 3 | 2021 | Piyush Gurbhele & Rupesh Soni | Sohail Khan & Vishal Sonkar | Raghav Juyal; Bharti Singh; Haarsh Limbachiyaa | Madhuri Dixit; Tushar Kalia; Dharmesh Yelande |
| 4 | 2024 | Gaurav Sharma & Nitin NJ | Chainveer & Chirashree | Bharti Singh | Madhuri Dixit; Suniel Shetty |
Dance Deewane Season 1 (2018)
The first season of Dance Deewane premiered on 2 June 2018 and concluded on 15 September 2018. Hosted by Arjun Bijlani, the judging panel consisted of Madhuri Dixit, Tushar Kalia, and Shashank Khaitan. Twenty-odd contestants from three generations competed — children (Gen1), adults (Gen2), seniors (Gen3). The winner was Aalok Shaw, a child dancer (Generation 1) from Kolkata, whose energetic performances impressed judges and audience alike. Kishen Bilagali from Generation 2 became first runner-up. This season stood out for its novelty of generation competition, celebration of diverse dance styles, and emotional moments of young and older performers.
Dance Deewane Season 2 (2019)
Season 2 aired from mid-2019 with Arjun Bijlani returning as host, and the same judges—Madhuri, Tushar, Shashank. Contestants again from three generations vied for the trophy. Vishal Sonkar from Generation 2 won the title, while young duo Twisha Patel & Vihaan Trivedi (Generation 1) were the runner-ups. The performances were more polished compared to Season 1, with contestants showing increased maturity, creativity in choreography, and emotional storytelling. This season reinforced Dance Deewane’s appeal and proved that adult dancers can shine as strongly as young ones.
Dance Deewane Season 3 (2021)
After a break (including due to the COVID-19 pandemic), Dance Deewane returned in 2021 (premiered 27 February) with hosts Raghav Juyal, Bharti Singh & Haarsh Limbachiyaa, and judges including Madhuri Dixit, Tushar Kalia, and Dharmesh Yelande. Contestants: 18 across generations. Winner was Piyush Gurbhele & Rupesh Soni, while Sohail Khan & Vishal Sonkar were runner-ups. Prize included monetary reward (approx ₹40 lakh) and often a car. What made this season powerful were the backstage stories, growth arcs, and improved choreography: contestants not only danced well but also connected emotionally. It’s often considered a comeback season for the show.
Dance Deewane Season 4 (2024)
Season 4 premiered on 3 February 2024 and ended 25 May 2024. Judges saw a shift: Madhuri Dixit stayed, Suniel Shetty joined, while previous judges like Tushar Kalia and Dharmesh Yelande were removed. Hosting was taken up by Bharti Singh. With 32 contestants, the scale increased. The winners were Gaurav Sharma & Nitin NJ, taking the trophy and audience adoration. Runner-up performers were Chainveer & Chirashree. Season 4 brought fresher energy, guest judges, higher production values, and more elaborate performances — showing that Dance Deewane is evolving.
Reflection & What Makes Dance Deewane Special
What makes Dance Deewane a standout in India’s dance-reality scene is its three-generation format — children, adults, seniors all share the stage. This diversity brings emotional range: one may root for a child’s innocence, the adult’s technique, or the senior’s life story. The show’s judges are respected veterans; hosts add humour and emotional warmth. Over seasons, the format has been tweaked: judging panel reshuffles, hosts change, scale increases, prize values rise. The competition evolves, but the heart—the celebration of dance across ages—remains.