So today let’s discuss some famous Folk dance of Punjab.

Bhangra

This dance form was originally associated with the harvesting season of Punjab and traditionally performed during the festival of Vaisakhi. The Bhangra outfit is a Lungi and buttonless jacket and women who perform Bhangra wear traditional Salwar Kameez. This dance form is performed during all the important functions across Punjab.

Giddha

It is also a popular dance form among the women of Punjab. This dance form is derived from the ancient dance form regarded as ring dance. It displays the vigor and vitality of Punjabi’s women. It is an immensely colorful dance form where a group of  women wear color traditional Punjabi dresses and dance together. While performing the Giddha “Boli” or ” Boliya” is being sung to utilize emotions.

Sammi

It is also being performed by the women of Punjab. While performing this dance form women wear colorful clothes such as Kurta and Lehenga. This dance form is popular in the Sandalbar area of Punjab, Pakistan.

Kikli

It is an immensely popular dance form of Punjab which two young girls perform while holding each other’s hand and twirling. They sing the song while performing this dance.

Jhoomer

This dance form is known for its vigor and passion. This dance form originated in the Multan and Balochistan region and gradually became popular across Punjab. The meaning of the word ” Jhoom” is swaying slowly. This dance form is slow and rhythmic in nature. The performers mostly focus on love and emotions while dancing. This dance is very popular among Punjab folk dances and is known for its grace and elegance in particular.

Jaago

The meaning of Jaago is waking up. This dance form is usually performed at weddings in Punjab. A group of girls dances through the street while carrying a pot decorated with lightened candles and singing Jaagu songs. The songs are full of fun, mockery, and based on social issues.

Dankara or Gatka Dance

Gatka dance is also hugely popular across Punjab. This dance form has elements of martial arts and it requires a lot of training to perform this dance form. Two guys, each carrying colorful staves, dance around each other in unison with the drums and tap their sticks together.