Bhangra vs. Desi — What's the Difference?

A Punjabi dance music traditionally performed during harvest festivals and weddings, characterized by the beating of a large, two-headed drum.

Desi (; Hindustani: [d̪eːsi]) is a word used to describe the people, cultures, and products of the Indian subcontinent and their diaspora, derived from Sanskrit देश (deśá), meaning "land, country". Desi traces its origin specifically to the people of the countries India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.

A popular style of music combining traditional bhangra drumming with modern Western instruments and rhythms.

Alternative form of Desi

A lively style of music originating from India.

Alternative form of Desi

A traditional Punjabi folk dance, originally a celebration of the harvest.

A particular variety of cultivated chickpea.

Any of various modern Punjabi dance styles of the 1950s and 1990s.

Any style of electronic dance music (EDM) influenced by the musics of the Indian subcontinent.