What is your favorite Bhangra Empire formation?

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Bhangra Empire Formation Board

The Bhangra Empire Formation Board

Formations have been a staple in every Bhangra Empire routine since we began. We pride ourselves in bringing unique, innovative, and memorable formations to every performance. Some people might even say that this aspect is what distinguishes us most from other bhangra teams. I thought I would try something different with today’s post and start a poll. I have chosen 5 of our most memorable formations (in my opinion, at least.) When we come up with a formation, it usually ends up getting some sort of nickname. This makes it easier to refer to during practice. Some of the names might be very accurate to the formation, while others might sound random. Check out the timings and videos below and make sure you vote!

What is your favorite Bhangra Empire formation?

‘The Pickup Rotation’ @ Punjabi Showdown 2008 (5:03-5:15)

‘The Box Closing’ @ Bruin Bhangra 2008 (4:08 to 4:22)

‘The Pinwheel’ @ Bruin Bhangra 2009 (4:57 to 5:11)

‘The Chimta Rotation’ at Elite 8 Bhangra 2011 (4:50 to 5:04)

‘The Tornado’ at Jashan 2011 (7:15 to 7:37)

 

Comments

  1. Jake Sep 16, 2011

    Tough choice. 3 is my personal favorite to watch, I’ve done a slight variation on 2 before (h/t Ashveer) and 4 is also nice because the chimta player gets some attention (also h/t Ashveer).

    • omer81 Sep 16, 2011

      I’m sure Ashveer’s favorite would definitely be 4. Personally, I like 2 the best, but they all are pretty good (completely unbiased opinion.)

  2. Rishi Patel Sep 16, 2011

    hey I’m on a new team at the university of texas called punjabbawockeez. We are a fusion team that does both bhangra and hip hop. And i was wondering where you guys got that formation board thing? We end up using a dry erase board, but it can get kinda messy at times. Thanks for yalls help

    • omer81 Sep 16, 2011

      I actually picked up the board from Ikea. It’s magnetic so it makes it a little easier to move things around. Good luck to you guys. Definitely feeling the team name…

    • Fahad Khan Sep 21, 2011

      Punjabbawockeez… haha that name is sick!!!

  3. Rahul Bansal Sep 23, 2011

    Bhangra is really a great dance of Punjab. To know more about Bhangra Please join https://www.facebook.com/groups/YPPNY/

  4. Nikit Kapoor Dec 4, 2011

    well, personally I love the 5th one “THE TORNADO” its awesome on the whole you guys rock there is no doubt about it :) and also, in ‘Jashan’ 2011 I just love the way you guys use the ”kaincha” in the end like a clock that was seriously awesome :D love you guys stay blessed :)

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By day (and some nights), I am a Network Engineer working for a startup in Redwood City. By night (and some days), I am an MBA student at Santa Clara University. Whatever time is left goes into Bhangra Empire. What is Bhangra Empire? Read my blog and you'll find out.