Kumari Suraj's World

October 2013 I sold everything in my LA apart to start a 9 month "Eat Pray Love" journey across the globe. China, Korea, Japan, London, Scotland, Spain, Thailand, Taiwan, Macau, India, Amsterdam, Poland. In 9 months. My original intention was to fulfill...

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EP 10| #BOLLYWHACK INTENSIVE | NYC JULY 25th-30th |MUSE The artistry Intensive

YOU'VE ASKED FOR IT! HERE IS IT! The world's 1st BollyWhack intensive July 25th-30th in New York City. This intensive will be during the 2nd week of Muse | T...

BollyWhack is coming to New York City for the first time! JULY 25-30th! 

DESCRIPTION

Created by Kumari Suraj in 2009. The BollyWhack dance style fuses Bollywood Dance, Bhangra, Khattak,Bharatanatyam, all traditional movement from Kumari's South Asian roots, with the 70's Disco styles of Punking & Whacking. This cross cultural connection is a seamless union of powerful arms, elegant hand gestures, exotic poses and dramatic story telling facial expressions.

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Let us mold you into Muses of the World!

Punking Whacking Waacking Training! Life Coaching! Industry Training! Be apart of incredible videos created by myself, Kumari Suraj & Princess Lockeroo. 

GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY! SPACE IS LIMITED! Group discounts are available. Week one open level. Week two professional level. 

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Nostalgia | The Studio 54 of the Great NW! Your ethereal pansexual disco experience!  Has launched it’s first summer party season in Portland, Oregon.  Spring boarding from the international entity known as, Waackfest, Nostalgia is a scaled down monthly party catered to anyone who loves Fashion, Music and Art of the 70′s,80′s & 90′s.  

With monthly Whacking & Vogue Competitions, performances, fashion themes and sickening DJs, this party is the place to be every first thursday of the month. THE ENERGY WAS OUTSTANDING!

May 12th was the Prince Tribute Party. Prince’ spirit was definitely in the building.  with guest judges from NYC, Princess Lockeroo & Overall Father Javier Ninja. Guest DJs Deena B from PDX and DJ Hi Maintenance from NYC/PDX. Vogue Commentator and party host Kumari Suraj and co-host Chanti Darling.

It was a night to remember!!

Club Dirty downtown Portland will transform you with the spirit Nostalgia! Follow Nostalgia on Instagram @NostalgiaPDX  

DATES:

June 2nd | "Step into Vintage"

July 7th | "Kumari's 70's Disco Bday Party"

August 4th | "90's Block Party" 

Sept 1st | " Theme undecided" 10pm Doors 11pm Whacking & Vogue Competitions + Performances

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Nostalgia | The Studio 54 of the Great NW! Your ethereal pansexual disco experience!  Has launched it’s first summer party season in Portland, Oregon.  Spring boarding from the international entity known as, Waackfest, Nostalgia is a scaled down monthly party catered to anyone who loves Fashion, Music and Art of the 70′s,80′s & 90′s.  

With monthly Whacking & Vogue Competitions, performances, fashion themes and sickening DJs, this party is the place to be every first thursday of the month.

May 12th was the Prince Tribute Party with guest judges from NYC, Princess Lockeroo & Overall Father Javier Ninja. Guest DJs Deena B from PDX and DJ Hi Maintenance from NYC/PDX. Vogue Commentator and party host Kumari Suraj and co-host Chanti Darling.

It was a night to remember!!

Club Dirty downtown Portland will transform you with the spirit Nostalgia! Follow Nostalgia on Instagram @NostalgiaPDX  

NEXT DATES:

June 2nd | "Step into Vintage" July 7th | "Kumari's 70's Disco Bday Party" August 4th | "90's Block Party" Sept 1st | " Theme undecided" 10pm Doors 11pm Whacking & Vogue Competitions + Performances

[kumarisuraj]

Nostalgia | The Studio 54 of the Great NW! Your ethereal pansexual disco experience!  Has launched it’s first summer party season in Portland, Oregon.  Spring boarding from the international entity known as, Waackfest, Nostalgia is a scaled down monthly party catered to anyone who loves Fashion, Music and Art of the 70′s,80′s & 90′s.  

With monthly Whacking & Vogue Competitions, performances, fashion themes and sickening DJs, this party is the place to be every first thursday of the month. THE ENERGY WAS OUTSTANDING! 

May 12th was the Prince Tribute Party. Prince’ spirit was definitely in the building.  with guest judges from NYC, Princess Lockeroo & Overall Father Javier Ninja. Guest DJs Deena B from PDX and DJ Hi Maintenance from NYC/PDX. Vogue Commentator and party host Kumari Suraj and co-host Chanti Darling.

It was a night to remember!!

Club Dirty downtown Portland will transform you with the spirit Nostalgia! Follow Nostalgia on Instagram @NostalgiaPDX  

DATES:

June 2nd | "Step into Vintage"

July 7th | "Kumari's 70's Disco Bday Party" August 4th | "90's Block Party" Sept 1st | " Theme undecided" 10pm Doors 11pm Whacking & Vogue Competitions + Performances

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Breaking: Rihanna is the first brand ambassador to collaborate with Dior

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#WCW

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There’s nothing that some Chanel luggage can’t fix

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Isabella Emmack for Kenzo, Spring 2016 RTW 

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My beautiful lady surprised me with a visit to @nehaassar today. I'm such a fan of this woman's art. It was an honor to have this talented woman "doodle" on my skin. If you want beautiful work go see #nehaassar for your #mendi 😍🙈 #gift #henna #hennaart #desigirl #art #tribal #culture #imsopretty #bblogger #bollywood #fancyhands #ladylove #surprise #imaluckygirl 🙈 Thank you Neha! 😘

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Mumbai Taxis Becomes New Venue and Talent Exhibition For Its Artist

Founded by Sanket Avlani, Taxi Fabric is a space for designers to showcase their talent, concepts and illustrations in Mumbai. The taxi is recognized as an iconic piece of culture due to its high function in everyday life. Although transportation in Mumbai holds a frustration reputation, Taxi Fabic aims to design an unforgettable ride. To stand out from competitors, the design team will deliver both a functional and artistic execution, which allows many of young artists to exhibit their work to thousands of people. 

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@thewaackers flexed at @officialhhi for the #allstyles 2vs2! We did what we went to do... Be able to wear all three costumes that we brought! Styled by @kumariscloset #top8 #thewaackers #lorenav #hhi #adidas #limitededition #vintagefashion #vintage #ysl #yevessaintlaurent shoes by @lilfishtaf 🇨🇳 #kumariscloset #kumarisuraj #waacking @portland #hhi2015 #waackingwednesday

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I know my #technicaltuesday past. But, I still want to share my first completed project for sewing class. The Cherry Blossom Trench. 😊 #cherryblossoms #trenchcoat #fashion #womensfashion #womenwithstyle #kumariscloset #kumarisews #kumarisuraj

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See the full collection—Giorgio Armani Resort 2016

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Nothing like a woman who can wear a hat! 

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The Most Fabulous Freestyle Voguing/Waacking Dance Battle of All-Time! | #FreestyleFriday Ep. 4

Subscribe to DanceOn!►►http://goo.gl/i40KAD #FreestyleFriday is back for another round. Antoine Troupe brings the freshest freestylers in the game together i...

That time I freestyled Waacking for DanceOn Network. :D

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Kumari Suraj Teaching Reel 2015 #DesiGirlWorldTour

I've really enjoyed my journey, my adventures, my learning experiences, challenges and triumphs. I hope this inspires someone else to take risks and follow a...

This is what the Desi Girl World tour was all about. Waacking, House, HipHop, Vogue, Freestyle Dance, History, Herstory and life! 

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The legendary @dashaunwesley is FLYING from NYC to teach a FREE #voguefemme workshop Dec 30th in @portland !! RSVP ON THE FB LINK IN MY BIO! SPACE IS LIMITED!! New Day Center For The Arts 55th & SE Foster #pdx SCHEDULE: FREE!!!!! 7:00PM - Waacking with Kumari Suraj 8:30PM - Vogue with Dashaun Wesley (House Of Lanvin NYC) 10PM - Jam Session ***SEX SIREN will be explained in each class ***class participants can also enter the competition for FREE with rsvp. Must be 18+ to enter! We are ready to get you guys prepped for the NYE #bw Ball Dec 31st! Can't wait to see Portland's fierce and fabulous work! #ballroom #vogue #waacking #sexsiren #nyebwballpdx #kumarisuraj #dahsaunwelsey

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PORTLAND OREGON is getting its first legit #blacknwhite ball this #NYE #DRESSCODE enforced! Get your tickets in advance before its too late!! #vogue #waacking & #sexsiren competitions! Ballroom emcee all the way from #NYC @dashaunwesley music by the LA's incredible @djjoshpeace a portion of the proceeds goes to Cascade AIDS foundation! Live performances by #houseofaquarius @zayapdx and more!!!! Event link is in my bio! Grab your tickets now and come celebrate life!!! Brought to@you by @servicepdx #pineapple @slimgoodsforever #bw #ballroom #lifeindrag #dragqueens #lgbt #prance #kumarisuraj