Watch: Jaideep Ahlawat Steals The Limelight With Impromptu Bhangra At Event, Malaika Arora Cheers Him On
Jaideep Ahlawat broke the internet with a surprise bhangra performance alongside Malaika Arora at a recent event.
Jaideep Ahlawat, celebrated for his powerhouse performances on screen, surprised fans with a different side of his talent at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM). While the actor was there to receive the Best Actor award for his riveting role in ‘Paatal Lok’, it was his spontaneous bhangra on stage that became the highlight of the evening. Grooving to the track ‘Jaadu’ from ‘Jewel Thief’, Jaideep’s energy and charm left the audience cheering, proving that he can rule the stage just as effortlessly as the screen.
In a video now going viral on social media, Jaideep is seen sharing the stage with Malaika Arora, casting director Mukesh Chhabra, and a group of dancers clad in traditional costumes.
Check out the viral video here:
The way I LOVEEE Jaideep Ahlawat- the dancer ♥️pic.twitter.com/62M9o7kqZh
— Shilpak. (@ugach_kahitarii) August 16, 2025
Initially appearing hesitant, the ‘Paatal Lok’ star soon broke into bhangra with full enthusiasm, drawing loud applause from the crowd. Malaika was spotted egging him on, while Mukesh gamely tried to keep up with Jaideep’s high-spirited moves, adding to the fun vibe of the performance.
The joyous dance moment added an extra sparkle to what was already a big night for Jaideep. At the prestigious festival, he was honoured with the Best Actor award for his acclaimed portrayal of Inspector Hathiram Chaudhary in ‘Paatal Lok’.
First introduced in season one of the Prime Video series, the character has become iconic, with Jaideep’s return in the recently released second season once again earning rave reviews.
Accepting the award, Jaideep called the recognition “truly overwhelming.”
Reflecting on the victory, Jaideep said, “This award is truly overwhelming. To be recognized on an international platform like the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne is an honor I will cherish forever. Hathiram Chaudhary's journey has been an extraordinary one, and this award belongs to the entire team who poured their heart and soul into making Paatal Lok what it is today.”
He added, “I’m deeply grateful to the jury and, most importantly, to the audience for their love and support. This is for all of you.”
The recognition further cements Jaideep’s position as one of Indian cinema’s most compelling performers.
Looking ahead, Jaideep has an exciting line-up. He will be seen in ‘The Family Man’ season 3 alongside Manoj Bajpayee. He will also feature in ‘Ikkis’, co-starring veteran actor Dharmendra and newcomer Agastya Nanda.
