Upaj: Improvise
""ALONE they're captivating, TOGETHER they're magic." - Allan Ulrich, Voice of Dance"
Originally released in 2013. Upaj: Improvise is a documentary film. directed by Hoku Uchiyama. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Pandit Chitresh Das and Jason Samuels Smith
Synopsis
This is the story of an unlikely friendship. 68 year old Kathak Master Pandit Das (North Indian classical dance) and 32 year old tap star Jason Samuels Smith come together in a unique East-meets-West dance collaboration that tours through India: ‘India Jazz Suites.’ As we follow their journey, we learn about their struggles to preserve their traditional heritage in today’s pop culture world.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 2, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upaj: Improvise about?
This is the story of an unlikely friendship. 68 year old Kathak Master Pandit Das (North Indian classical dance) and 32 year old tap star Jason Samuels Smith come together in a unique East-meets-We...
Who directed Upaj: Improvise?
Upaj: Improvise was directed by Hoku Uchiyama.
How long is Upaj: Improvise?
Upaj: Improvise has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was Upaj: Improvise released?
Upaj: Improvise was released on March 2, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Upaj: Improvise?
The main cast of Upaj: Improvise includes Pandit Chitresh Das, Jason Samuels Smith.