Who Is Melvin Louis?
Melvin Louis is a self-taught Indian dancer, choreographer, and YouTuber from Mumbai. Known for his unique style combining Krump-hop and Bolly-swag, he became one of the most popular dance influencers in India.
- Born: 25 April 1986 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Nationality: Indian (Christian family)
- Education: Our Lady of Good Counsel High School, Mumbai
- Early Career: Started as an investment banker before pursuing dance full-time.
Career Highlights
- Contestant on Dance India Dance in 2009 – eliminated early but gained recognition.
- Created a YouTube channel in 2006 and began uploading videos regularly by 2014.
- Currently has over 4.3 million subscribers and 800M+ views on YouTube.
- Performs and choreographs viral routines to Bollywood hits and trending tracks.
Achievements & Recognition
- Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Award (2019)
- Global Excellence Award – Dance Icon of the Year (2019)
- Influencer of the Year at India’s International Excellence Awards (2019)
His dance video to the song “Lamberghini” went viral, even catching the attention of major Indian celebrities.
Digital Impact
- YouTube Subscribers: ~4.3 million
- Instagram Followers: ~2 million+
- Content Style: Dance videos, collaborations, tutorials, vlogs
He has also been invited as a TEDx speaker to inspire young artists.
Personal Details
- Height: 5′9″ (175 cm)
- Weight: ~70 kg
- Family: Father – Edward George Louis; one brother – Stanley Louis
- Hobbies: Basketball, traveling, reading
Relationships & Controversies
- Previously linked with actress Sana Khan; their breakup in 2020 led to controversy when Sana accused him of blackmail.
- Melvin denied the allegations and shared his own side of the story online.
- Currently single and unmarried.
Fun Facts
- Plays basketball for amateur teams like Face Spartans & Hotsteppers.
- Favorite stars include Ajay Devgn, Neha Kakkar, and Virat Kohli.
- Founded dance academies in Mumbai such as Dance People and Dance Inc.
Quick Summary
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Melvin Louis |
| Born | 25 April 1986, Mumbai |
| Profession | Dancer, Choreographer, YouTuber |
| Subscribers | 4.3M+ on YouTube |
| Style | Krump-hop, Bolly-swag |
| Awards | Dadasaheb Phalke IFF Award, Dance Icon of the Year |
| Notable Viral | “Lamberghini” dance video |
| Status | Single, TEDx Speaker, Influencer |
Profile Link: https://www.instagram.com/melvinlouis/
