Followed up by Indian party anthems ‘Daaru Desi’ from Cocktail and ‘Lat Lag Gayee’ from Race 2. Shalmali Kholgade’s began the night with her hit nominated song, ‘Pareshaan’ from the 2012 movie Ishaqzaade. Next to hit the stage was the girl who has won every best new singer award this season, and is nominated for the same category at TOIFA. Shiamak also took the mic and got the crowd pumped as he made his way around the arena singing some of today`s biggest club hits. His dance troupe showcased colours, cool moves and a hype way to begin the night. He graced the stage with his mix of modern and contemporary dance, his Shiamak style has changed the way Bollywood presents dance on-screen. The show began with a local favourite and resident of North Vancouver, Shiamak Davar, choreographer and friend to all the stars. The TOIFA Music Extravaganza, was packed with performers of Bollywood songs, ranging from classical to club anthems, from yester-year to now.

The beats, the sounds and the catchy hooks make everyone get up on their feet and dance.

If there is one word to define Bollywood, it is music the soundtrack of a movie is often as important as the movie itself. Crowds braves the cold and rain to make their way into this evening of music, dance, pyrotechnics and Bollywood flair. TOIFA 2013 kicked off with the Musical Extravaganza at the PNE Coliseum on Thursday night.

Desi tashan tum hi ho bandhu