Radhika Muthukumar on Channeling Inner Power Through the Kaali Khappar Dance in Main Dil Tum Dhadkan

MUMBAI: Sometimes, when words fall short, emotions find a louder voice—and that voice can be dance. In Shemaroo Umang’s show Main Dil Tum Dhadkan, viewers will see Vrinda and Deepika engage in a powerful and emotionally charged dance performance known as the Kaali Khappar Dance.

Rooted in Devi Aradhana, this dance goes beyond performance—it becomes a symbolic clash between truth and deception, light and darkness. Both characters take on the form of the Goddess, turning the moment into a visual expression of strength, defiance, and inner transformation.

Radhika opened up about performing this unique sequence. “I love dancing, and because I’m South Indian, people assume I’ve learned classical dance—but I haven’t! I just genuinely enjoy it,” she said with a laugh. “When I was told about the Kaali Khappar Dance, I had never heard of it before. So I looked it up online, watched videos, and began practicing. That’s when it hit me how strongly it mirrors Vrinda’s journey. This wasn’t just choreography—it was a way of showing Vrinda breaking her silence and fighting back in her own powerful way.”

At this point in the story, Vrinda has been doing everything she can to save her family from Deepika’s manipulations. Deepika, pretending to be blind, continues to twist the truth and somehow always stays one step ahead. Vrinda’s words and warnings have gone unheard—but now, she’s done being quiet. Through this intense dance, she finally lets her pain, anger, and strength speak.

Will this powerful moment be enough to finally open everyone’s eyes to Deepika’s truth?

Find out in Main Dil Tum Dhadkan, Monday to Saturday at 8:30 PM, only on Shemaroo Umang.