Punjabi beats take over the NBA as the 'Dhurandhar' track ignites a Bhangra performance

Highlights:

• Bhangra Empire performed to the Dhurandhar title track at a Warriors vs Bucks NBA game
• The performance took place in San Francisco and drew loud cheers from fans
• A video shared on Instagram quickly went viral
• Fans praised the global visibility of Indian culture in the NBA
• Dhurandhar 2 is officially set for release on March 19, 2026

Punjabi music and dance made a powerful crossover into American sports culture when the title track of Dhurandhar echoed through an NBA arena in San Francisco ahead of the Golden State Warriors’ game against the Milwaukee Bucks. The moment unfolded with a high-energy bhangra performance by Bhangra Empire, a globally recognized dance crew known for blending traditional Punjabi folk dance with contemporary staging.

Dressed in vibrant, traditional outfits, the dancers commanded the court with synchronized moves, infectious energy, and unmistakable cultural flair. From the opening beats, the performance captured the attention of thousands of spectators inside the arena, many of whom responded with loud cheers and applause. The unexpected fusion of Punjabi music and NBA hype created a festive atmosphere that stood out even before tip-off.

Bhangra Empire later shared a video of the performance on Instagram, captioned, “Starting our Warriors game performance off with a bang!” The clip shows the dancers feeding off the crowd’s excitement, with fans visibly engaged and energized by the routine. Within hours, the video gained significant traction online, quickly going viral across social media platforms.

The comment section was filled with enthusiastic reactions celebrating the global reach of Indian culture. One user wrote, “Proud to see our Indian culture even in the NBA,” while another commented, “The Dhurandhar effect is real.” Others expressed surprise and admiration, noting how seamlessly Punjabi music fit into the NBA environment. Several fans also shared their disappointment at not witnessing the performance live.

The buzz around the performance adds to the growing international footprint of Dhurandhar, which has been making waves beyond India. Recently, videos from a wedding in Pakistan surfaced online, showing guests dancing to the film’s song “Shararat,” further underlining the movie’s cross-border appeal and cultural resonance.

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Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar follows the story of an Indian spy sent on a dangerous undercover mission in Karachi’s Lyari area. Ranveer Singh stars as Hamza Ali Mazari, also known as Jaskirat Singh Rangi, delivering a performance that has been widely discussed. The film also features a strong supporting cast, including Akshaye Khanna as gang leader Rehman Dakait, along with Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, and Rakesh Bedi.

Riding on the film’s strong reception and growing global popularity, the makers have officially confirmed a sequel. Dhurandhar 2 is scheduled to hit theaters on March 19, 2026, promising to expand the franchise’s reach even further.