KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia – The dancers from RG’z Dance Studio, Badlapur, have achieved a major victory at the international level. On June 29, 2026, the team represented India at the International Sport Dance Championship in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia,
Bringing home an impressive total of 5 Gold and 1 Silver medal.
The Winning Team:
The young dancers delivered outstanding performances to secure their medals:
* Ridhima Manchekar: 2 Gold Medals
* Janhavi Kadam: 2 Gold Medals
* Pranaya Jadhav: 1 Gold Medal
* Shlok Gokhale: 1 Silver Medal
From Participant to Judge: A Milestone Moment
For lead choreographer Prathamesh Naik, this trip was a deeply personal journey. Eight years ago, he first stepped onto an international stage in Thailand as a young dance participant. This year, his dedication came full circle as he returned to the international arena—not only as a coach but as an official member of the judging panel. Prathamesh Naik was present in Malaysia throughout the competition to mentor his students and play a key role in the event’s adjudication.
Behind the Success
This achievement was made possible through the expert choreography of Prathamesh Naik and Vinay Magade, along with the visionary leadership of Ravi Gawas, the Dance Director of RG’z Dance Studio.
The team also expressed their heartfelt gratitude to parents Vipali Kadam and Dipali Manchekar, whose unwavering support and encouragement were vital in helping the students travel to Malaysia and perform with such confidence.
By successfully representing India and securing multiple medals, these talented dancers from Badlapur have made their city and country incredibly proud.
