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1 What makes a Bollywood film a Bollywood film?

2 Bollywood Common Characteristics
Bollywood is a very catchy nickname for one of the most popular cinemas in the world: the Hindi-language film industry which is based in Bombay (also known as Mumbai), India. Many see Bollywood as an ultimate “one-stop-shop” because it includes epic romance, hair raising adventure, comedic tales and stories of family love.

3 Common Characteristics cont’d
The distinct dominance of one or two actors (usually a male and female)

4 Use of other forms of performance art such as playing an instrument, singing and dancing (this is used excessively and is most easily noticed)

5 The presence of a religious figure that all the characters believe in, such as a God or Deity.

6 Romance is the main plot or subplot in the story
º There is no kissing (very few exceptions, maybe one)

7 Very large studio sets with elaborate design and decoration authentic and elaborate costumes, such as traditional clothing (i.e. saris and dresses)

8 Traditions, gestures and symbols
For illustrated movements: In addition to these characteristics many traditions, gestures and symbols are used in Bollywood films, which may be difficult for foreign audiences to understand.

9 BOLLYWOOD

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