Daily Inspiration: Meet Kosar Abbasi

Today we’d like to introduce you to Kosar Abbasi

Hi Kosar, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
I am from Iran, a land rich in history and culture but bound by restrictive societal norms. From a young age, I felt the rhythm of dance in my soul, but in a country where dancing is illegal, I knew my passion could not flourish. At 19, I made the bold decision to leave Iran and pursue my dream of being on stage. This journey took me through India and eventually five different countries, each experience shaping me into the person I am today.

My upbringing taught me to stand firmly for my rights and to seek freedom, no matter the risks involved. Facing fears head-on and navigating through challenges have molded me into an independent artist and an entrepreneur. Every step of my journey has reinforced my sense of self-worth and value. I am a testament to the power of resilience and determination, showing that with courage and conviction, we can break barriers and create our own paths to fulfillment.

Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Absolutely — the road has been anything but smooth. It’s been raw, real, and often dangerous. But every struggle carved the woman I am today.

I was born with rhythm in my soul and a deep longing to express it — but I was raised in a culture where girls were told to be small, silent, and invisible. I wasn’t just told not to dance — I was told not to feel, not to take up space. And when I began to move anyway, when I dared to let my spirit shine through my body, the backlash came hard and fast. Being called “improper,” “shameful,” “too much” — those were daily battles. But the deeper war was inside me: choosing between what made me feel alive and what made me feel safe.

When I left Iran at 19, I was alone in the world with nothing but my dream. And being a young woman traveling solo, chasing something as misunderstood as dance, was not only lonely — it was dangerous. There were nights I slept with fear as my closest companion. I had to develop the instincts of a warrior and the grace of an artist at the same time. I had to protect my body, my spirit, my voice, and my dream — fiercely.

In unfamiliar cities, I faced predatory energy, judgment, and rejection — all while trying to make space for myself in an industry that often wanted to shape me into someone else. I had to learn how to walk into rooms where I was the only woman, the only foreigner, the only one dancing a different rhythm — and still hold my head high.

But those moments, the ones that could have broken me — they became the fire under my art. They taught me resilience, intuition, and power. I didn’t just want to shine, I needed to — because if I could light the way for myself, maybe I could light the way for other women too.

So no, it hasn’t been smooth. It’s been a dance through darkness and doubt, danger and determination. But I kept dancing — and I always will.

Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
At the heart of it, I am a movement artist, choreographer, and storyteller. But what I do goes far beyond steps and music — I use dance as a bridge between cultures, emotions, and the human spirit. I specialize in fusing different dance forms — from Indian classical to Latin, Middle Eastern, and contemporary styles — and I infuse each performance with deep intention, spirituality, and raw emotion.

I’m known for blending tradition with innovation — honoring the roots of each style while fearlessly creating something new. Every performance I create is a message, a conversation, a moment of liberation — not just for me, but for anyone watching. I’m also a yoga practitioner, a teacher, and the managing director of Fusionart International, where I lead through the concept of uniting opposites — masculine and feminine, structure and surrender, movement and stillness.

What I’m most proud of is how I’ve turned my life’s journey — from repression to freedom — into art that empowers others. I’ve danced on stages across the world, but what matters most to me is when someone comes up after a performance and says, “I felt seen.” That’s when I know I’m doing the work my soul came here to do.

What sets me apart is my lived experience — growing up in a place where dance was forbidden, where my expression was labeled dangerous, and choosing to turn that pain into beauty. I’m not just performing — I’m channeling generations of women who were silenced, and giving movement to stories that were never allowed to be told. My work is both a rebellion and a prayer.

At the core, I believe movement is medicine. It’s how we return to ourselves, to joy, to truth. And I’m here to remind people — especially women — that their bodies are not burdens, they’re instruments of power, freedom, and grace.

What’s next?
Right now, I feel like I’m standing at a beautiful intersection of everything I’ve worked for and everything I’m still becoming. I’m building with more clarity, more intention — and more heart.

One of the most exciting projects I’m working on is my upcoming TV show and podcast, The Art of Dance. It’s a space where movement becomes conversation. In each 40-minute episode, I’ll be introducing different global dance forms, inviting guest dancers, and having real, meaningful discussions about how dance heals, transforms, and connects us — across borders, emotions, and generations. It’s fun and educational, but also soulful. I want viewers to feel like they’re not just watching movement, they’re feeling it — like the rhythm is reaching them where words can’t.

I’m also pouring love into the Dancer Society App — a platform I’ve been co-developing that’s all about creating real opportunities for dancers. It’s a space where artists can connect to paid work, build their visibility, and be supported in a more sustainable way. Having danced all over the world and faced both celebration and rejection, I know how vital it is to have people and platforms that see you. That believe in your art, and your worth.

But if I’m honest, the biggest shift in my life right now is internal. I’ve spent years being strong, being the fighter, the protector of my own light. And I’ll always carry that strength — but now, I’m also opening my heart to love in a deeper way. I’ve met someone who’s challenged me, mirrored me, and reminded me that even the fiercest women deserve to be held. I’m learning that softness is not weakness — it’s power in another form.

So what’s next? Creating, loving, sharing — not from a place of survival, but from a place of joy and truth. I want to keep dancing with life. With all of it. And I want others to know that no matter how far they’ve had to travel alone, there is always space to return — to their art, to their body, and to love.

Pricing:

• Private Wedding Dance Session (1 hour): $200
• 3-Session Wedding Package: $500
• 5-Session Wedding Package (Most Popular): $800
• Custom Choreography for Couples (includes music editing + rehearsal support): Starting at $850
• Bridal Party / Group Dance Choreography: Custom pricing available upon consultation

Contact Info:

• Website: https://kosarrhythm.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kosarabbasiofficial
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kosarabbasiofficial/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@KosarDance