Who We
Are
Founded in 2012, UT Saaya has grown into a nationally competitive Bollywood fusion dance team rooted in passion, creativity, and community. From performances across Austin to competitions around the country, Saaya brings together talented dancers who push each other, celebrate together, and create lasting memories along the way.
With a mix of Bollywood, bhangra, hip-hop, contemporary, and classical, every performance reflects the team’s creativity and style. No experience is necessary to audition. Just come with an open mind and be ready to grow!
Styles We Move
Meet the
Team
Anish Roy
Captain
Adi Pillai
Captain
Akshaini Karthikeyan
Captain
Noah Luke
Captain
Saachi Deshmukh
Logistics Chair
Anoushka Patel
Social Chair
Nidhi Kashyap
Tech Chair
Mikul Patel
Production Chair
Dhaarini Ravisha
Production & Recruitment Chair
Anushka Niranjan
Budgeting Chair
Tanishka Chawla
Sponsorship Chair
Saksham Shori
Recruitment Chair
Vishruth Batchu
Recruitment & Social Chair
Advika Sharma
Production Advisor
Teja Pappiaghari
Production Advisor
Performances
Join Saaya
We're looking for people who love to dance and want to be part of something fun!
Auditions
Open to all UT students every fall. No prior Bollywood experience needed — just bring your energy.
Bootcamp
Two weeks to learn the team's style, meet everyone, and get up to speed.
Compete & Perform
Hit competitions around the country and local shows across Austin.
Beyond the
Stage
We're not just a dance team — we're part of something bigger. Here's who we roll with, how we give back, and where we go from here.
Campus Collaborations
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Say Hi
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Gallery
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