Music & Singers

The Cobra Dance

One of the most entertaining and hilarious dance scenes that I’ve seen is the Cobra dance from the movie Bride and Prejudice starring Aishwarya Rai.  The dance features her on screen sister entertaining the guests who are potential suitors for Lolita (Aishwarya) and Jaya (Namrata Shirodkar).

I always break into laughing fits when I see this, [...]

Britain’s Got ‘Desi’ Talent

There is an enormous amount of desi talent out there, and one such dynamic duo appeared on the show “Britain’s Got Talent.”
The duo calls themselves “Dynamic” which is a very befitting name because they are definitely versatile, talented, and full of surprises.
Check out their audition dance - You will LOVE it!!!  Goes to show you [...]

Memory Lane: Yeh Vaada Raha

For all of you desi movie fans that love great music and memorable films, this is one movie that you definitely must see!  Yeh Vaada Raha is one of those movies that I never get tired of.  It has a wonderful sound track and also includes the famous song “Tu hai wohi dil ne jise”.  [...]

Emergence of a Long-Lost “Genre” in Pakistani Music

Emergence of a Long-Lost “Genre” in Pakistani Music
By:  Hassaan Q - Staff Writer for DesiGupShup.com
I’m talking about the females in the music industry.  They’re basically not there, except for Hadiqa Kiani and then the less commercial Fariha Pervaiz. The newest one to come on to the block is not just one, but a duo.

They go [...]

Shehzad Roy: Qismat Apnay Haat Mein

Shehzad Roy is back with his latest album Qismat Apnay Haat Mein!  His song Laga Rahe is creating a rage in Pakistan because of its political message.