Amiruddin Shah is the first truly classical male ballet dancer from India. He has been compared to the protagonist of "Billy Elliot" by the BBC World Service. He became the first Indian ballet dancer to dance with a major company, Miami City Ballet. in Miami he worked with superstar ballet choreographer Alexei Ratmansky, in the North American premiere of Swan Lake. Shah currently has two upcoming fantasy dance films The Red Dress and A Stranger in New York and Balanchine's Protege: John Clifford, a feature-length documentary film.
The Royal Ballet School Shah was the first and only native born Indian dancer to train and graduate from the world-renowned Royal Ballet School in London.
Lynn Seymour Award Shah was awarded the Lynn Seymour Award in 2019.
Netflix original film "Yeh Ballet" Additionally, Shah's life story has inspired a Netflix original movie "Yeh Ballet," which showcases his journey and influence. Amiruddin Shah's accomplishments and dedication to his craft serve as an inspiration to aspiring dancers and artists worldwide. Although he did not appear in the film, Shah's influence on its creation is significant.
The Royal Opera House Shah has performed as a leading soloist in the Royal Ballet's "Elite Syncopations" at the Royal Opera House Covent Garden.
Filmography Year Film Director Writer Producer Actor Company Credit Notes Award Won2016Tea Time Viacome18 Motion Pictures / Viacome18 Studios Distributor Lead Actor Cineshorts Season - 12023A Stranger in New York TAD Pictures Releasing and RUMUR Films Production company/distributor In association with All Street Production.2024The Red Dress TAD Pictures Releasing in association with RUMUR Films Production company/distributor 2025Balanchine's Protege: John Clifford TAD Pictures Releasing in association with Trashy Studios Production company/distributorDocumentary film
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