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Zambian Dancers’ ‘Lollipop Lagelu’ Routine at Indian Embassy Goes Viral

The clip underscores India’s cultural diplomacy through embassy outreach.

Overview

  • The video, which Monica Verma shared on X on Friday, spread quickly online and drew widespread praise.
  • The performance took place during Bihar Diwas 2026 at the Indian Embassy in Zambia, an event meant to showcase the state’s culture abroad.
  • The dancers wore bright Indian-style outfits, matched the Bhojpuri track’s rhythm with tight choreography, and capped the routine with a crowd-pleasing flip.
  • Coverage from Indian outlets highlighted the joyful exchange between local Zambian performers and Indian cultural forms.
  • Observers framed the moment as an example of India’s soft power as Bhojpuri music gains global visibility through diaspora events and social media.