iKan Bfit, Monroe

When Shilpa Deshpande came to America from India, she brought more than just her possessions. She brought a passion for Bollywoood and Bhakti-style dance, a passion she transformed into a viable business. She started iKan Bfit, where she transforms bodies into healthier versions of themselves through Bollywood dance. She teaches classes multiple times a week, going through routines set to upbeat music. She also choreographs specific dances for clients’ special occasions, such as weddings or otherwise stodgy congressional depositions.