The Namesake of the Bride and Prejudice: 4 Hollywood Movies Inspired by Indian Culture

India is the most culturally diverse, rich and vibrant country in the world. With thousands of cultures coexisting in the same country, India is a popular attraction for tourists all over the world. People living in Western countries romanticize the beauty of Indian culture, so much so that there have been many Hollywood films revolving around the country’s diverse culture.

Here are some Hollywood movies based on Indian culture and its colorful diversity.

“Namesake” (2006)

Starring Irrfan Khan and Tabu, The Namesake is a film based on the life of a Bengali NRI family. The film is based on the book of the same name. It is a simplified life story of an Indian family trying to adapt to the different culture of the West. It takes you through the regular struggles of a couple and their children to make their lives worth living in a foreign country.

“Bride and Prejudice” (2004)

Inspired by the classic novel ‘Pride and Prejudice’, the 2004 Hollywood film ‘Bride and Prejudice’ stars Aishwarya Rai. The film depicts the concept of a grand Indian wedding and will make you go crazy about how diverse Indian culture is.

“Life of Pi” (2012)

Another Hollywood film starring actors Tabu and Irrfan Khan, ‘Life Of Pi’ is the story of an Indian family who lives in a French colony in southern India and owns a zoo. When the family decides to move abroad with their animals, their ship ends up sinking in a storm. However, Bai survived with the royal Bengal tiger, Richard Parker.

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“Slumdog Millionaire” (2008)

The story of a boy who goes from rags to riches, “Slumdog Millionaire” is the film that won AR Rehman an Oscar. This is the story of an 18-year-old boy, Jamal, who made it to Who Wants to Be a Millionaire after living a life of poverty and crime. After his mother died, he chose the path of darkness but his struggles led him to become a millionaire.

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These films will make you realize how colorful Indian culture has attracted even foreign filmmakers. If you liked this story, stay tuned to HerZindagi for more!