Mumbai’s dance group V Unbeatable wins Season 2 of America’s Got Talent

The dance group's performance to the song ‘Tattad Tattad’ from Bollywood film 'Ram-Leela' enthralled the audience

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The dance group V Unbeatable received a standing ovation from the judges when they won the competition. Photo: AGT/Twitter

It was definitely a memorable night for the Mumbai dance group ‘V Unbeatable’ since they won the second season of America’s Got Talent: The Champions on Tuesday (February 18).

V Unbeatable, which became famous for performing to the song ‘Marana Mass’ from the Rajinikanth starrer Petta at Las Vegas, is in the limelight again for delivering a staggering dance performance to the song ‘Tattad Tattad’ from Bollywood film Ram-Leela starring Ranveer Singh.

The dance group’s mind-blowing stunts and Travis Barker’s solo drum performance enthralled the audience.

Judges Simon Cowell, Hedi Klum, Alesha Dixon, and Howie Mandel, along with the audience, gave a standing ovation when the dance group won the competition.

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America’s Got Talent and the dance group shared the proud moment on social media.

One of the judges, Howie Mandel, who was impressed by the performance, tweeted, “Thank you for opening up the world to us, V Unbeatable. You deserve this incredible moment.”

Before the finale, actor Ranveer Singh wished the dance group good luck and said the nation was proud of their achievements.

Ranveer could be heard saying in a video message (shared by V Unbeatable on their Instagram page), “I am very happy that V Unbeatable has made it to the finals of America’s Got Talent. I’d like to give my best wishes to the troupe. To do what you guys have done on the world stage in such a spectacular fashion, you have won the hearts of the entire nation.”

“We are so proud of you. We love you for your dedication, commitment, and honesty. Keep it going till the finale. Put in all your energy and perform with your hearts and bring it home. C’mon V Unbeatable,” he added.

V Unbeatable comprises 29 dancers based out of Mumbai. The group was originally named Unbeatable. However, when one of their team members named Vikas passed away in an accident, the group changed their name to ‘V Unbeatable’ in his honour.

The V Unbeatable team has also featured in Indian dance reality shows like Dance Plus 4 and India Banega Manch.

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