Netflix has officially unveiled the trailer for Best of the Best, an energetic new coming-of-age comedy that steps into the intense, highly competitive realm of collegiate Bollywood-fusion dance championships in the United States.
Starring Maitreyi Ramakrishnan (Never Have I Ever) and Priyanka Kedia, the film is set to stream exclusively on Netflix starting September 18, 2026.
Official Trailer Preview
Check out the official teaser player directly on Netflix below to watch the high-stakes dance routines and comedy in action:
Watch 'Best of the Best' Trailer
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Play Trailer on Netflix 🍿What 'Best of the Best' Is About
The story follows two lifelong best friends, Maya (Maitreyi Ramakrishnan) and Anjali (Priyanka Kedia), as they land at UCLA and achieve their shared dream: earning spots on the university's elite, nationally ranked Bollywood-fusion dance team.
However, the path to taking over the U.S. National Championship turns out to be far more cutthroat, raucous, and chaotic than either of them ever anticipated. As high-pressure rehearsals, grueling audition rounds, fierce campus rivalries, and unexpected romance push the squad to its limits, Maya and Anjali must learn what it truly takes to stay united when the competition threatens to tear their friendship apart.
It takes two to take over! 💃✨
— Netflix (@netflix) September 13, 2026
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan and Priyanka Kedia star in BEST OF THE BEST — streaming September 18, only on Netflix! pic.twitter.com/BestOfTheBest2026
Cast & Creative Team Behind the Film
What Makes This Release Unique?
A Fresh Lens on Campus Subculture: While collegiate sports movies are common, Best of the Best shines a vibrant spotlight on the real-world, highly competitive circuit of South Asian and Bollywood-fusion dance teams across U.S. universities.
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan’s Comedy Return: Fans who loved Ramakrishnan's breakout role in Never Have I Ever will see her bring that same charm, quick humor, and relatable awkwardness to a lead feature-film role.
Show-Stopping Choreography: The movie promises massive, multi-dancer production numbers blending traditional Indian dance styles with modern hip-hop and contemporary dance.
Key Takeaways for Viewers
Global Streaming Premiere: Best of the Best lands on Netflix on Friday, September 18, 2026.
Friendship at the Center: At its heart, the movie explores the pressure put on childhood friendships when navigating new college environments and competing priorities.
Catch the Trailer Now: You can add the movie directly to your Netflix watchlist using the add to watchlist or stream the trailer on the official title page.
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