After an incredible win in Mumbai, a hip hop crew from Manipal is all set to represent India at the World Hip Hop Championship in Las Vegas this August. But here’s one problem: sponsorship.
However, the group is set to begin preparations.
Comprising students of Manipal University, the Blitzkrieg Dance Crew has vaulted Manipal onto the global hip hop circuit after it won in the mega-crew category (15-40 people).
For many in the group, winning in Mumbai was a dream come true. On the first day, each crew had just 30 seconds to show what they were capable of. The second day was the final.
We did not expect to win it. As a group, we were glad for the exposure, but the moment we found out we had won, everyone around me screamed. It was incredible.Urbi Chanda, Member of the Crew
After the exams, we stayed back in Manipal and practiced eight hours a day for two weeks before heading to Mumbai for the national level event.Keshav
Manipal University has agreed to sponsor part of the expenses but the group still has a long way to go to meet their target.
(The article has been edited for length.)
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