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Take an unforgettable journey into the vibrant world of Bollywood with "Bollywood For Dummies". This essential guide offers a comprehensive overview of the Hindi-speaking film industry, famous for its dazzling dance routines, passionate performances, and captivating storytelling. Whether you're a beginner seeking to understand the intricacies of Bollywood or a seasoned enthusiast looking to deepen your appreciation, this book is perfect for all fans of Indian cinema.
Discover the rich history of Bollywood from the early days in Mumbai to its evolution into a global entertainment powerhouse. Coupled with a fascinating look at international influences including Tollywood and Lollywood, this book explores how Bollywood reflects India's cultural diversity, societal changes, and innovative artistry.
Written by experts and hosts of the popular podcast "Desi Standard Time", you’ll learn about iconic filmmakers, legendary actors, and the unique elements that make "Masala" films a beloved genre. With 336 pages packed with insights and entertaining anecdotes, this guide is your ticket to unlocking the magic of Bollywood filmmaking.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781119780670
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781119780670
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
Pages: 336
Description:
Take the trip of a lifetime into the past and present of Bollywood
Fascinated by the high energy, high emotion, high color, endless dance routines, and sheer scale of Bollywood”but afraid you'll never really know your Ghazals from your Qawwalis, or your Khans from your Kapoors? Well, in the immortal line from the Hindi-language blockbuster Sultan, "No one can defeat you unless you accept defeat yourself," and there's no need to be defeated at all when you can sit back with Bollywood For Dummies and immerse yourself in the glamorous whirl of one of the most exciting movie industries on Earth. Starting with the time-travel adventure of the book™s main feature”the history of the Hindi-speaking industry from people and events of early to mid 20th century Mumbai”you'll also journey in space, taking fascinating documentary side trips to get to know Tollywood™s Telegu-language cinema in southern India, as well as the growing influence of Lollywood across the border in Pakistan.
Written by the cohosts of Desi Standard Time, a podcast that explores Bollywood and South Asian movies and media, you'll see how the unique cinema culture of Bollywood in particular has become a global phenomenon, reflecting the rise of India as an independent nation and presenting its long history”and it™s exciting and multifaceted present”in new, influential, and enduring forms. Whatever you paid the price of entry for: the popular Bollywood "Masala" movie style that emphasizes music, comedy, romance, and action; sensitive critiques of a fast-changing society by the Indian Social Rea
Discover the rich history of Bollywood from the early days in Mumbai to its evolution into a global entertainment powerhouse. Coupled with a fascinating look at international influences including Tollywood and Lollywood, this book explores how Bollywood reflects India's cultural diversity, societal changes, and innovative artistry.
Written by experts and hosts of the popular podcast "Desi Standard Time", you’ll learn about iconic filmmakers, legendary actors, and the unique elements that make "Masala" films a beloved genre. With 336 pages packed with insights and entertaining anecdotes, this guide is your ticket to unlocking the magic of Bollywood filmmaking.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781119780670
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781119780670
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
Pages: 336
Description:
Take the trip of a lifetime into the past and present of Bollywood
Fascinated by the high energy, high emotion, high color, endless dance routines, and sheer scale of Bollywood”but afraid you'll never really know your Ghazals from your Qawwalis, or your Khans from your Kapoors? Well, in the immortal line from the Hindi-language blockbuster Sultan, "No one can defeat you unless you accept defeat yourself," and there's no need to be defeated at all when you can sit back with Bollywood For Dummies and immerse yourself in the glamorous whirl of one of the most exciting movie industries on Earth. Starting with the time-travel adventure of the book™s main feature”the history of the Hindi-speaking industry from people and events of early to mid 20th century Mumbai”you'll also journey in space, taking fascinating documentary side trips to get to know Tollywood™s Telegu-language cinema in southern India, as well as the growing influence of Lollywood across the border in Pakistan.
Written by the cohosts of Desi Standard Time, a podcast that explores Bollywood and South Asian movies and media, you'll see how the unique cinema culture of Bollywood in particular has become a global phenomenon, reflecting the rise of India as an independent nation and presenting its long history”and it™s exciting and multifaceted present”in new, influential, and enduring forms. Whatever you paid the price of entry for: the popular Bollywood "Masala" movie style that emphasizes music, comedy, romance, and action; sensitive critiques of a fast-changing society by the Indian Social Rea