Haka Dance

Haka Dance Latest News

A Sikh Nagar Kirtan or religious procession in South Auckland, New Zealand, was protested in the form of a traditional tribal “haka” dance recently.

About Haka Dance

• It is a traditional dance of the indigenous Māori people of New Zealand. 
• It is known for its powerful energy, fierce facial expressions (pukana), and physical movements like stamping, hand gestures, and chanting. 
• Haka varies by tribal region, with many haka telling the story of significant events in a tribe’s history. 
• Traditionally, the haka was performed for war, to celebrate achievements, or to welcome guests. 
• Today, it is performed at important occasions like sporting events, weddings, and funerals.
• It symbolizes tribal pride, strength, and unity.
• It became known to the world at large when, in the early 20th century, it was incorporated into the pregame ritual of New Zealand’s national rugby union team, the All Blacks.
• It also made headlines globally in November 2024 when two lawmakers used Haka to protest against a bill in the New Zealand parliament.

Source: IE

‹ ›