Roopal Tyagi on International Dance Day, says ‘I've been dancing since I was a kid, it will always be my first love'

Time of India

29-04-2025

Actress
, widely known for her role as Gunjan in Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke, has long nurtured a deep passion for
. On the occasion of
, observed on April 29 to celebrate the art form's universal impact, Roopal opens up about how dance has been an inseparable part of her journey.
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"I've been dancing since I was a kid—every birthday party since I was five!" Roopal shared warmly. 'Dance is the way I express joy, emotion, and energy. It's a celebration of life itself. It has the power to heal, unite, and uplift.'
While she earned fame as an actor, Roopal's foundation was built in movement. She previously appeared in
like Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 8 and Dance India Dance Li'l Masters 2, and was even an assistant to renowned choreographer Pony Verma.
'I had the chance to choreograph stars like Shahid Kapoor and Vidya Balan during my early days. It was an unforgettable learning phase before I transitioned into acting,' she recalled.
Reflecting on her creative journey, she said, 'Dance is and always will be my first love. Whether it's grooving in the kitchen or turning those moments into reels, it keeps me connected to my audience and myself.' She credits her unwavering passion not to any single inspiration, but to her own instincts and her family's support.
'I was too young to be inspired by others—dance was just in me. My family always encouraged it, and seeing me happy made them happy too.
'
Known for roles in Dill Mill Gayye, Ranju Ki Betiyaan, and Shakti – Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki, Roopal concluded with a powerful message:
'Dance is a universal language that unites us across cultures. Find that one thing that makes you move—and do it. Movement keeps the body and spirit alive.'