Indian man’s Bollywood inspired dance proposal with his squad lights up New York’s Times Square. Watch
An Indian man surprised his partner with a Bollywood style proposal at New York’s Times Square.
A heart warming proposal at New York’s bustling Times Square has captured widespread attention after an Indian man performed an energetic dance with his male squad before proposing to his partner.

The moment was shared on Instagram by Parth Maniar, who posted a video of the lively performance set to Shah Rukh Khan’s popular song Pretty Woman from the film Kal Ho Naa Ho.
In the clip, Parth is seen dancing enthusiastically with his friends as crowds at Times Square look on. His partner, who appears in the video, watches with delight as the group grooves to the Bollywood classic. The post carries the caption: “When the homies become dancers so you can become a fiancé.”
Watch the clip here:
More clips and a picture perfect proposal
Along with the main video, Parth also shared two additional clips where he and his friends can be seen grooving to other Bollywood songs.
Check out the posts here:
Another post includes a still image capturing the most emotional part of the proposal. In the photograph, Parth is kneeling on one knee, holding out a ring as he proposes to a woman dressed in a flowing red gown paired with a white shawl. She looks pleasantly surprised, smiling as onlookers gather around in a circle, some cheering and others recording the memorable moment on their phones.
Take a look here at the post:
Internet reacts with love
The dance performance has already amassed more than 3 lakh views on Instagram, drawing admiration from viewers and those who witnessed it in person.
One user shared, “I was here when this happened. We watched your full proposal. Congratulations.” Another viewer expressed excitement, saying, “Still can’t believe we pulled off a full on Times Square flash mob… Anything for the prettiest couple!!”
The comment section also featured enthusiastic reactions such as “That was great,” while another user wrote, “So glad I got a chance to be a part of this!!! Thankssss.” Many described the moment as deeply touching, with one remark reading, “This is so so romantic.”
(Disclaimer: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.)
ABOUT THE AUTHORMahipal Singh ChouhanMahipal Singh Chouhan is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times Digital, with nearly five years of experience in digital journalism and content production. His work primarily focuses on offbeat and trending stories that reflect everyday experiences and evolving conversations on the internet. He has consistently worked on transforming viral content and human interest stories into structured news pieces that engage readers while maintaining editorial clarity. At Hindustan Times, Mahipal contributes to identifying and developing stories emerging from social media trends, online communities, and real-world incidents that capture public attention. His approach involves adding context and journalistic perspective to fast-moving digital narratives, helping present viral moments in a clear and reader-friendly format suited for digital audiences. Before joining Hindustan Times Digital, he was associated with DNA India, where he gained experience in newsroom workflows and digital storytelling practices. Mahipal holds a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, Delhi. He is particularly interested in tracking emerging trends and understanding how online conversations evolve into broader public discussions. His work reflects a focus on accuracy, readability, and relevance in the rapidly changing digital news environment. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Mahipal takes an interest in history and sports and regularly works on improving his general knowledge, which complements his curiosity as a media professional.Read More

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