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Bollywood and Beyond: Why Indian Cinema Delivers a Rollercoaster of Emotions in One Experience
With Filipinos now able to travel to India without a visa, it’s the perfect time to familiarize yourself with the country and its culture. You can begin this journey from your own home today by watching an Indian film.
When people discuss Indian cinema, the word that often comes to mind is drama, and lots of it. To many Filipinos, these movies can seem oddly familiar. Much like our Pinoy films and teleseryes, they feature intense emotions and are unafraid to mix love, action, comedy, and music into a single story. So, what makes Indian cinema so captivating?
First, it’s much more diverse than most realize. While Bollywood, known for Hindi-language blockbusters, tends to dominate the spotlight, it represents just one segment of a vast industry. There’s also Tollywood (Telugu), Pollywood (Punjabi), and Kollywood (Tamil), among others. Each branch has its unique style, music, and storytelling traditions, offering something distinct on the screen.
If you’re unsure where to begin, check out Lionsgate Play’s impressive selection of critically acclaimed films that truly showcase the richness and diversity of Indian cinema.
Welcome
This over-the-top Bollywood comedy combines romance, crime, and chaos into an irresistible package. Rajiv (Akshay Kumar) is a decent guy whose uncle is determined to find him a respectable wife—someone far removed from the criminal world.
However, things take a turn when Rajiv falls for Sanjana (Katrina Kaif), whose brother and best friend are infamous gangsters searching for a “proper” husband for her. What follows is a whirlwind of misunderstandings, slapstick humor, and fast-paced fun that solidifies the film as a comedy classic.
Jab We Met
In the beloved romantic comedy Jab We Met, Aditya (Shahid Kapoor), a disillusioned businessman, meets Geet (Kareena Kapoor), a bubbly and outspoken Punjabi woman, during a train journey. After they miss their ride, they embark on a picturesque road trip to Geet’s hometown.
As they travel together, Aditya begins to heal and unexpectedly falls for Geet, only to discover her determination to elope with someone else. With iconic musical numbers and heartfelt moments, the film beautifully captures the full spectrum of love’s joy and heartbreak.
Murmur
In this Tamil found-footage horror film, a group of paranormal YouTubers enters a forest steeped…
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