Indian / Bollywood Entertainment for Hire

Browse 221 Indian and Bollywood entertainment acts available worldwide, including live singers, dhol drummers, Bollywood dancers, sitar players and specialist DJs. With 660 reviews from real clients and an average rating of 5 out of 5, these performers bring authentic South Asian culture to weddings, parties, corporate events and cultural celebrations.

From traditional ceremony musicians for a baraat procession to high-energy bhangra troupes and Bollywood dance shows for your reception, these artists cover every aspect of Indian and Asian wedding entertainment. Many also perform at Diwali celebrations, Holi events, corporate functions and private parties. Prices start from $130, with an average of $430 depending on act type, group size and performance duration.

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Sitar music for Indian classical, folk, and cultural events.

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Austin, Texas

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Classically trained sitarist to perform at your event, with or without tabla.

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Montclair, New Jersey

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Sitar & T! Live & Prerecorded DJ classical Indian background music DJ.

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Hudson Valley, New York

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Sitar artist based in Dallas, Texas

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Dallas, Texas

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Elegant and Fun Bollywood Violin Duo for weddings, parties, corporate events

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San Francisco, California

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1-person unplugged bollywood music, singing with an acoustic guitar.

United States

Sunnyvale, California

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Singer from golden oldies to the latest and greatest Bollywood Hindi/Urdu songs.

United States

Chandler, Arizona

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Flute player with accompanying musicians and Singers

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Chicago, Illinois

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One-Stop-Shop for your entertainment needs (Rajan Sahasrabuddhe)

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Edison, New Jersey

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Live Bollywood Singing - Vocal duo - NJ/NY/PA

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Edison, New Jersey

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Dallas' only authentic bollywood party band playing 5 decades of hit music

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Dallas, Texas

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Soulful Bollywood & Punjabi Singer | Live Performer

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Pleasanton, California

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Washington DC based Sarod player offering Indian classical music for events

United States

Washington D.C., District of Columbia

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Harpist providing classical and contemporary music for weddings

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Springfield, Illinois

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Sitar & Tabla Classical Duet

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Metter, Georgia

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Hire Indian / Bollywood Entertainment

Indian and Bollywood entertainment spans a wide range of performance styles, from classical ragas and folk traditions to contemporary Bollywood film music and fusion acts. Performers in this category include live vocalists singing Hindi, Punjabi and regional favorites, tabla and sitar musicians, energetic dhol drummers, full Bollywood bands, bhangra dance troupes, and DJs specializing in Hindi, Punjabi and Tamil music. Many acts offer flexible line-ups that scale from solo performers for intimate gatherings to large ensembles with dancers, live musicians and full production for major celebrations.

Types of Indian Entertainment for Events

The variety within this category is one of its strengths. Solo instrumentalists such as sitar players or tabla musicians work well for ceremony backdrops and cocktail hours, adding an authentic atmosphere without overpowering conversation. Dhol drummers are a popular choice for baraat processions and grand entrances, while Bollywood singers and live bands bring energy to evening receptions and sangeet celebrations. Bollywood dancers offer choreographed stage shows, audience participation routines, and even flash mob-style surprises. For events that need continuous music throughout the evening, specialist Indian and Bollywood DJs blend classic and modern tracks across Hindi, Punjabi, Gujarati and Western genres.

Ideal Events for Indian and Bollywood Entertainment

Indian and Bollywood performers are most commonly booked for weddings, where they can provide music and entertainment across multiple events: mehndi nights, sangeet parties, the baraat procession, ceremony music, and reception entertainment. They are equally suited to cultural celebrations like Diwali and Holi, corporate diversity events, themed parties and private functions. For multicultural weddings, many acts offer fusion sets that blend Indian music with Western pop and dance tracks. Consider pairing Indian musicians with Middle Eastern entertainment for pan-Asian themed events, or adding belly dancers for an eclectic cultural program.

Pricing for Indian and Bollywood Entertainment

Rates for Indian and Bollywood acts currently range from $130 for a solo musician or single dhol drummer to $1,200+ for a full production featuring multiple dancers, a live band and elaborate staging. The average price sits at $430. Key factors that affect cost include the number of performers, set length, travel distance, and whether the act provides its own sound equipment and costumes. Large-scale productions for Asian entertainment at weddings tend to sit at the higher end, while solo sitar or tabla players for a ceremony or drinks reception are typically more affordable.

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What our enquiries show

Based on 2,330 enquiries for Indian / Bollywood Entertainment at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 25 October 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
34% of enquiries, with birthday parties next at 21%
Typical first reply
Within six hours
71% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About five weeks
44% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
July to November
52% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 78% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Indian / Bollywood Entertainment

5/5 from 660 reviews
Photo of Sitar & Tabla & DJ Sitar & Tabla & DJ "Polash performed at our milestone birthday party and he did an amazing job. The music brought a wonderful warmth and my guests thoroughly enjoyed listening to Sitar and tabla. Beautiful!" Based in Hudson Valley, New York, United States 4th August 2026 Allison Photo of Kaushik Shukla Kaushik Shukla "A brilliant event cannot thank Kaushik enough He is very professional and adapted to all our requests You will not regret taking up his services He sung both Indian and English songs wonderfully Once again thanks" Based in Reading, England, United Kingdom 24th August 2026 Krishan Marwaha - Private event Photo of Nell Violinist Nell Violinist "We hired Helen for our event, and she was absolutely amazing! All of our guests loved her performance and gave us wonderful feedback throughout the entire day. She was an absolute hit, and booking her was worth every single penny. I highly recommend Helen to anyone looking for fantastic live music for their special occasion!" Based in Matlock, England, United Kingdom 26th August 2026 Pratiksha Photo of Limin Vybz Music Limin Vybz Music "This was our first time hiring Allan for an event and he exceeded our expectations. Great set-up and professional to deal with throughout the process. Thanks for elevating our event this year, we will reach out again in the future. Great job!" Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada 11th September 2026 Bill Keegan - Mondelez International Photo of Gane Naye Purane-Bollywood, Ghazal, Bhajan Gane Naye Purane-Bollywood, Ghazal, Bhajan "Meghana and Shreya were one of the highlights of our 75th birthday celebration. Their music brought generations together, and the audience loved singing along to familiar songs. They were organized, easy to communicate with, and genuinely invested in making the event successful. We received many compliments from our guests and highly recommend them for birthdays, anniversaries, and community events." Based in Dallas, Texas, United States 4th October 2026 Shilpa Photo of Sonalisa Mishra Productions Sonalisa Mishra Productions "We had the absolute pleasure of being a part of birthday event and had Sonalisa and Steve perform for this event. They were just fantastic and their beautiful voices created such a fun and lovely atmosphere for everyone. Their song selection for the event was perfect and we throughly enjoyed the evening. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for talented professional performers. They’ll make an event memorable" Based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 8th October 2026 Glavina Dsouza - Private party

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring Indian / Bollywood entertainment typically costs between $130 and $1,200+, with an average of $430. Cost depends on the number of performers, performance duration and the style of the act. Indian and Bollywood entertainment ranges from solo musicians and vocalists to full ensembles with dancers, dhol drummers and live bands.

The Bollywood acts on Gig Heaven include Bollywood dancers, dhol drummers, sitar and tabla players, Bollywood DJs, live Bollywood bands and fusion acts that blend traditional Indian music with modern styles. Many suppliers can combine several of these elements into a single package for a more complete experience.

Hiring Indian / Bollywood entertainment suits a wide range of events including weddings, mehndi nights, sangeet parties, Diwali celebrations, corporate events and multicultural festivals. The vibrant colours, rhythms and energy of Bollywood entertainment make a strong impression on guests.

Many Bollywood acts offer combined packages including dhol drummers for the entrance, dancers for the reception and a DJ or live band for the party. This keeps the entertainment running smoothly throughout the event. It is advisable to discuss package options with the performers.

Singers are among the most requested acts and cover playback-style Bollywood numbers, ghazals, bhajans and regional-language songs. Some perform with a live group and others with recorded backing, and many will take requests for particular films or eras. Saying which languages and which decades matter most gives the clearest brief.

Indian weddings often run across several events, and different acts are commonly booked for each: a dhol group for the baraat, singers or a live band for the sangeet, and a DJ for the reception. Suppliers who cover more than one of these will quote for the whole run. Setting out the schedule when enquiring usually gets a better price than booking each piece separately.

Many acts work well beyond the Hindi film repertoire and cover Punjabi, Tamil, Gujarati, Bengali and other regional traditions. Bhangra and garba are frequently requested alongside film numbers. Naming the tradition when enquiring matters more than naming a song, as it decides which performers are the right fit.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

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