For me, Dance has always been an escape from being self-pity and thrive for perfection.
For me, dance has always been an escape from self-pity and a constant thriving for perfection. Watching Michael Jackson made me understand that dance is felt, not just thought — and training under Remo D’Souza showed me what dedication to that feeling actually looks like in practice.
Every competition, every office showcase, every class at Twist N Turns has added another chapter to a story I never intend to finish. This whole journey is a never-ending learning experience, and that is exactly what makes it the most fulfilling thing I have ever done. I never lose — I always learn.
It has helped me to understand how one can express through movements without saying a word. I started dance watching Michael Jackson’s video and got really inspired by “Smooth Criminal”, and his one-sentence stuck into my head “Thinking is the biggest mistake a dancer could make. You have to feel it”, and eventually I saw other great artists from different dance fields and that’s when I decided to take dance as a career.
Trained under Remo D’souza in Hip Hop for almost 3 years, has helped me to understand this art on a deeper level and pushed me to become a perfectionist. I have always represented my school and college in all the big competitions and fests of Kolkata, and that has continued in my IT career, where I have performed in several office showcases whenever I have got a chance. I always wanted to take my passion to the next level. This whole journey of dance is a never-ending learning experience, where I never lose and always learn.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who inspired Shabda Roy to take up dance as a career?
Michael Jackson’s iconic video for Smooth Criminal was the spark — specifically the line “Thinking is the biggest mistake a dancer could make. You have to feel it.” That philosophy has guided Shabda’s approach to dance ever since.
Under whom has Shabda Roy trained professionally?
Shabda trained under the legendary Remo D’Souza in Hip Hop for almost three years, an experience that deepened his understanding of the art form and pushed him toward perfectionism.
What was Shabda Roy’s dance background before joining Twist N Turns?
He represented his school and college in major Kolkata competitions and fests, and later performed at several IT office showcases during his corporate career — always finding ways to keep dance at the centre of his life.
How does Shabda describe his dance philosophy?
For Shabda, dance is an escape from self-pity and a pursuit of perfection — a way of expressing what cannot be said in words. He sees his dance journey as a never-ending learning experience where he never loses, only learns.
How do I start learning Hip Hop at Twist N Turns in Kolkata?
Twist N Turns offers Hip Hop classes for all levels at 7 locations across Kolkata. Call 98310 18015 to book a free trial and begin your own never-ending journey.