“Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa” is a celebrated Indian dance reality television show that premiered in 2006. Adapted from the international format of “Dancing with the Stars,” the show pairs celebrities from various fields with professional choreographers. Together, they perform diverse dance routines, competing for the coveted title. Each week, performances are evaluated by a panel of judges and the audience, with eliminations based on combined scores and votes. Over the years, the show has evolved, introducing new themes, challenges, and a dynamic judging panel, contributing to its enduring popularity.
Winners List of Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa (JDJ)
| Season | Year | Winner(s) | Runner-up(s) | Host(s) | Judges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2006 | Mona Singh and Toby Fernandes | Shweta Salve and Longines Fernandes | Parmeet Sethi, Archana Puran Singh | Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Shilpa Shetty, Farah Khan |
| 2 | 2007 | Prachi Desai and Deepak Singh | Sandhya Mridul and Javed Sanadi | Rohit Roy, Mona Singh | Shiamak Davar, Urmila Matondkar, Jeetendra |
| 3 | 2009 | Baichung Bhutia and Sonia Jaffer | Gauahar Khan and Hanif Hilal | Shweta Tiwari | Saroj Khan, Vaibhavi Merchant, Juhi Chawla |
| 4 | 2010-2011 | Meiyang Chang and Marischa Fernandes | Sushant Singh Rajput and Shampa Gopikrishna | Mona Singh, Sumeet Raghavan | Madhuri Dixit, Remo D’Souza, Malaika Arora |
| 5 | 2012 | Gurmeet Choudhary and Shampa Gopikrishna | Rashami Desai and Deepak Singh | Manish Paul, Ragini Khanna | Madhuri Dixit, Remo D’Souza, Karan Johar |
| 6 | 2013 | Drashti Dhami and Salman Yusuff Khan | Lauren Gottlieb and Punit Pathak | Manish Paul, Kapil Sharma | Madhuri Dixit, Remo D’Souza, Karan Johar |
| 7 | 2014 | Ashish Sharma and Shampa Gopikrishna | Karan Tacker and Bhawna Khanduja | Ranvir Shorey, Drashti Dhami, Manish Paul | Madhuri Dixit, Remo D’Souza, Karan Johar |
| 8 | 2015 | Faisal Khan and Vaishnavi Patil | Sanaya Irani and Jai Kumar Nair | Manish Paul | Shahid Kapoor, Malaika Arora, Ganesh Hegde, Lauren Gottlieb |
| 9 | 2016-2017 | Teriya Magar and Aryan Patra | Salman Yusuff Khan and Aishwarya Radhakrishnan | Manish Paul | Karan Johar, Jacqueline Fernandez, Ganesh Hegde |
| 10 | 2022 | Gunjan Sinha and Tejas Verma | Faisal Shaikh and Vaishnavi Patil | Manish Paul | Madhuri Dixit, Karan Johar, Nora Fatehi |
| 11 | 2023-2024 | Manisha Rani and Ashutosh Pawar | Shoaib Ibrahim and Saumya Kamble | Gauahar Khan, Rithvik Dhanjani | Malaika Arora, Arshad Warsi, Farah Khan |
Season 1 (2006) – Mona Singh and Toby Fernandes
Premiering on September 7, 2006, and concluding on November 4, 2006, the inaugural season was hosted by Parmeet Sethi and Archana Puran Singh. The judging panel comprised Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Shilpa Shetty, and Farah Khan. Actress Mona Singh, paired with choreographer Toby Fernandes, clinched the title, with Shweta Salve and Longines Fernandes as runners-up. This season set the foundation for the show’s format, blending celebrity appeal with diverse dance performances.
Season 2 (2007) – Prachi Desai and Deepak Singh
Airing from September 28 to December 15, 2007, Season 2 was hosted by Rohit Roy and Mona Singh. Judges Shiamak Davar, Urmila Matondkar, and Jeetendra evaluated the performances. Television actress Prachi Desai, alongside choreographer Deepak Singh, emerged victorious, while Sandhya Mridul and Javed Sanadi secured the runner-up position. This season witnessed heightened competition and showcased a blend of dance styles.
Season 3 (2009) – Baichung Bhutia and Sonia Jaffer
Season 3 ran from February 27 to May 31, 2009, with Shweta Tiwari as the host. The judging panel included Saroj Khan, Vaibhavi Merchant, and Juhi Chawla. Footballer Baichung Bhutia, paired with Sonia Jaffer, won the season, with Gauahar Khan and Hanif Hilal as runners-up. This season stood out for featuring non-entertainment personalities, highlighting the universal appeal of dance.
Season 4 (2010-2011) – Meiyang Chang and Marischa Fernandes
Airing from December 12, 2010, to March 8, 2011, Season 4 was hosted by Mona Singh and Sumeet Raghavan. Judges Madhuri Dixit, Remo D’Souza, and Malaika Arora evaluated the contestants. Singer Meiyang Chang, with choreographer Marischa Fernandes, secured the title, while Sushant Singh Rajput and Shampa Gopikrishna were runners-up. This season marked Madhuri Dixit’s debut as a judge, adding star power to the panel.
Season 5 (2012) – Gurmeet Choudhary and Shampa Gopikrishna
Airing from June 16 to September 30, 2012, Season 5 was hosted by Manish Paul and Ragini Khanna. The judging panel featured Madhuri Dixit, Remo D’Souza, and Karan Johar. Actor Gurmeet Choudhary, paired with choreographer Shampa Gopikrishna, clinched the title, while Rashami Desai and Deepak Singh were the runners-up. This season was notable for its high-energy performances and the introduction of innovative dance styles.
Season 6 (2013) – Drashti Dhami and Salman Yusuff Khan
Season 6 aired from June 1 to September 14, 2013, with Manish Paul and Kapil Sharma as hosts. The judges’ panel remained consistent with Madhuri Dixit, Remo D’Souza, and Karan Johar. Television actress Drashti Dhami, along with choreographer Salman Yusuff Khan, emerged victorious, while Lauren Gottlieb and Punit Pathak secured the runner-up position. This season was marked by its diverse contestant lineup and the fusion of various dance genres.
Season 7 (2014) – Ashish Sharma and Shampa Gopikrishna
Airing from June 7 to September 20, 2014, Season 7 was hosted by Ranvir Shorey and Drashti Dhami, with Manish Paul returning later in the season. The judging panel continued with Madhuri Dixit, Remo D’Souza, and Karan Johar. Actor Ashish Sharma, paired with choreographer Shampa Gopikrishna, won the season, while Karan Tacker and Bhawna Khanduja were the runners-up. This season introduced the “Teen Ka Tadka” theme, adding an extra layer of excitement to the performances.
Season 8 (2015) – Faisal Khan and Vaishnavi Patil
Season 8, also known as “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa Reloaded,” aired from July 11 to October 10, 2015. Manish Paul continued as the host, with judges Shahid Kapoor, Malaika Arora, Ganesh Hegde, and Lauren Gottlieb. Young dancer Faisal Khan, along with choreographer Vaishnavi Patil, clinched the title, while Sanaya Irani and Jai Kumar Nair were the runners-up. This season was distinguished by its youthful energy and the introduction of new dance challenges.
Season 9 (2016-2017) – Teriya Magar and Aryan Patra
Airing from July 30, 2016, to January 21, 2017, Season 9 was hosted by Manish Paul. The judging panel featured Karan Johar, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Ganesh Hegde. Nepalese dancer Teriya Magar, paired with choreographer Aryan Patra, emerged as the winner, with Salman Yusuff Khan and Aishwarya Radhakrishnan as runners-up. This season was notable for its international contestants and the incorporation of global dance styles.
Season 10 (2022) – Gunjan Sinha and Tejas Verma
After a hiatus, Season 10 aired from September 3 to November 27, 2022, with Manish Paul returning as the host. The judges’ panel included Madhuri Dixit, Karan Johar, and Nora Fatehi. Child prodigy Gunjan Sinha, along with choreographer Tejas Verma, won the season, while Faisal Shaikh and Vaishnavi Patil were the runners-up. This season was celebrated for its return to television and the introduction of younger talent.
Season 11 (2023-2024) – Manisha Rani and Ashutosh Pawar
Season 11 premiered on November 11, 2023, with Gauahar Khan and Rithvik Dhanjani as hosts. The judging panel comprised Malaika Arora, Arshad Warsi, and Farah Khan. Social media influencer Manisha Rani, paired with choreographer Ashutosh Pawar, clinched the title, while Shoaib Ibrahim and Saumya Kamble were the runners-up. This season was notable for its diverse contestant lineup and the incorporation of contemporary dance forms.
“Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa” has continually evolved, introducing new themes and challenges that have kept audiences engaged. The show’s ability to adapt and showcase a wide array of dance styles has solidified its place as a beloved fixture in Indian reality television.
