--- title: "High-Energy Hip-Hop Dance Battles in Bengaluru" description: "Book HE-Mantis for pro hip-hop dance battles and competition judging in Bengaluru. Experience raw freestyle, deep foundation, and authentic street dance culture." canonical: https://mytribe.in/hiphop_hemanth_hustlers/performances-judging/dance-battles-competitions last_updated: 2025-12-29 --- # Raw Hip-Hop Dance Battles and Competition Performances Tribe Verified · Experienced Bengaluru-based battle dancer and judge. By [Hemanth](https://mytribe.in/hiphop_hemanth_hustlers) · Available for events in Bengaluru and across India · ₹7,500 Per Day (estimate) Part of [Performances & Judging](https://mytribe.in/hiphop_hemanth_hustlers/performances-judging). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/hiphop_hemanth_hustlers/performances-judging/gallery) Step into the cypher. Whether I am competing in a 1-vs-1 battle or judging a showcase, this is where hip-hop culture comes alive in Namma Bengaluru. ## Photos and videos - [Video: The final round of a 1 vs 1 all-styles battle against my brother Pradeeeeep. It was a great exchange of moves and energy in front of the judges at the Indian Hip Hop Nation event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/84b8675f-d067-45b8-9d83-75b11a737c79) - ![Grateful for this moment. Receiving the runner-up award at the Indian Hip Hop Nation event after a tough final battle. Moments like these push me to keep growing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b300eaf2-5545-4288-99e2-ff9d89bd8b64) - ![Sharing the stage with the champion. It's all about respect and community, pushing each other to be better dancers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/40d4bb12-0c6a-4deb-8a57-a9716bf621a4) - [Video: You can hear the crowd hyping me up in this dance battle. Feeding off that energy is what it's all about. Just me, the floor, and the beat.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e9161edf-0b56-4c7e-aaca-54e998efc9e8) - [Video: Another angle from a high-energy dance battle. The atmosphere was electric, with the crowd right there with me for every move.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7f03ba22-537b-41d5-a148-4b3db1d8d728) - [Video: A clip from my performance at the Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru competition. This round was all about showing my range with some dynamic footwork and explosive jumps.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/09473eee-7a25-4d8a-bba8-26ed2203178f) - [Video: A closer look at my freestyle round during the competition at Bhartiya Mall. Even in an open space, it's about creating your own stage and telling a story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5c301a2b-48e9-41f5-8564-b1f39f0bb8b3) - ![The proof of the hard work. The runner-up certificate from the hip-hop face-off at Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dd28ba1a-c24f-440b-957f-2957d043d700) - [Video: Battling my bro Czon, and I decided to bring back a childhood game, Hopscotch, into the routine. It's all about creativity and having fun on the floor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c2cdc810-f462-469b-8466-0afa6192eff3) - [Video: My Top 16 round at St Francis College in Namma Bengaluru. I was focused on delivering clean, powerful moves for the judges and the crowd.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5e6f6c2b-2e28-485b-b185-4211d3f0343a) - [Video: The final round with my buddy Czon at St Francis College. We both left it all on the floor in this all-styles battle.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4fb734dc-fdee-4a03-b7a4-41a44d989c85) - [Video: The prelims round of a 2 vs 2 battle with my homie Rahul. You can see us working together, playing off each other's energy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/697626a5-6eda-41dd-9dee-4ed796afe337) - [Video: A clip from my performance at the Red Bull Dance Your Style 2024 event. This competition is all about winning the crowd, so I brought my most creative moves.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4c0cd2c3-9fea-4629-8803-421677147ae0) - [Video: A freestyle session before the year ended. This was at a Red Bull Dance Your Style event, just vibing and getting into the zone.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2c76c79e-a678-4c4d-81a4-8d6e67b80582) - ![A still shot from a Red Bull Dance Your Style battle, capturing a moment of flow against a cool graffiti backdrop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ea09f3da-064e-4d90-9d0e-ee9cdfc2d140) - [Video: A high-quality clip from a major battle. You can see the stage setup, the judges, and the focus required to compete at this level.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6db719aa-528a-4f24-97ed-e2738a7f4718) - [Video: More action from the Red Bull event. Every battle is a chance to learn and express something new.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5c716494-ac0d-48df-8bb5-db2db4db9da7) - [Video: A showcase performance at the Red Bull Watch Party in Bangalore. It was great to perform for the local dance community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d9bf50c8-c169-4ab2-8b39-71ebd4e2a6df) - [Video: The moment of truth in a 1 vs 1 battle at the Red Bull event. The crowd holds up their cards to vote for the winner, and you can see they chose my side.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/06d46cef-e9a5-4751-b208-8de3ecebdfb7) - [Video: My Top 16 round exchange at an event organized by Rip It Off Crew. Just feeling the music and letting my body do the talking.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/da89c057-d336-472e-8860-234f4fc586f8) - [Video: Revisiting one of my rounds from the Battle of Calicut in Kerala. It was an amazing experience to compete and connect with the scene there.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cfa95744-e395-46e2-96f7-41f287f95441) - [Video: My Top 16 round as HE-Mantis at the Battle of Calicut. This was a challenging battle where I focused on storytelling and technique.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/138f6af5-d0c0-452f-9bef-465e1dfe4f9e) - ![Runner-up with my brother Afraw in the 2 vs 2 open style category at Battle of Calicut. Teamwork makes the dream work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c3ebe2f7-342c-4347-820d-f8b222e6b3d8) - [Video: A battle during the Heatwave event at St Joseph's College. College fests always have incredible energy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/671874d2-619e-4aea-bb6a-2506d27a0492) - [Video: A late-night battle at The Loop Yard. The vibe is different under the lights, more raw and intimate.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c88bab07-5cf5-4297-8129-66abe7220711) - [Video: That winning moment. My hand raised after winning the 1 vs 1 open style battle at New Horizon Engineering College.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/05731f7b-30d2-4b00-95eb-daab5e2c8246) - [Video: A folk dance inspired round in a street dance battle. I love mixing different styles and surprising the judges and the audience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f182b4fd-97e9-4f5d-9224-ce176745e1eb) ## About Dance Battles & Competitions Every battle is more than just winning; it is a high-stakes exchange of energy. When I am on the floor, whether at an event or a local jam, my focus is on raw musicality, clean footwork, and that unique freestyle spice that separates a routine from an actual battle. I have spent years building my foundation in the Bengaluru dance scene, from Red Bull Dance Your Style events to the India Hip Hop Championship. For me, a competition is not just about the trophy. It is about the community, the respect between dancers, and the pressure of a live cypher where you have to adapt to the DJ's beat in real-time. ### What I Bring to the Stage - **1-vs-1 Battles:** Pure freestyle improvisation. I bring high-energy footwork, power moves, and a presence that engages the crowd. - **Competition Judging:** I don't just score; I provide constructive feedback on foundation, musicality, and execution. If you need a judge who understands the technicality of popping, locking, and breaking, I am ready. - **Judge's Showcase:** I typically open judging duties with a solo set to set the tone and energy for the event. ### Why Book a Battle-Tested Dancer? If you are organizing a college fest, a brand activation, or a private event, you do not want someone who just repeats steps. You want an entertainer who knows how to hold a crowd's attention. My background in battle culture means I can improvise, interact with the audience, and handle the unpredictable nature of live events. If you want that raw, authentic energy rather than a polished, sterile performance, we should talk. Let us bring the real hip-hop culture to your next event in Bangalore. ## About Hemanth I am Hemanth, also known as HE-Mantis. Dance is the culture I live every day here in Namma Bengaluru. Whether I am battling in a cypher or judging a competition, I am always pushing to keep the energy high and the technique sharp. 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