Mumbai: The forthcoming dance based reality show 'Nach Baliye 7' will reunite three friends -- actors Karan Patel, Smilie Suri and choreographer Marzi Pestonji -- after almost a decade.

Karan Patel

The trio share a close bond with one another as Pestonji was dance teacher both to Karan and Smilie when they were training at ace choreographer Shiamak Davar's school.

Pestonji was a friendly teacher, and would even get home-cooked food for Karan and Smilie.

Commenting on reuniting with Karan and Pestonji, Smilie said in a statement: "I'm so happy to unite with them on 'Nach Baliye' after years. We share a special bond and dance has always been close to my heart, and now after years I am back to what I did so many years ago."

Bollywood director Mohit Suri's sister, Smilie will be seen shaking a leg with her husband Vineet Bangera as a contestant on 'Nach Baliye 7', which will start on April 26.

Marzi will be judging the Star Plus show along with actress Preity Zinta and author Chetan Bhagat.

On the other hand, Karan will be co-hosting the show with actor Rithvik Dhanjani.