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For the uninitiated, here is a revelation about Indian cinema. Contrary to popular belief, India’s multi-billion-dollar film industry is not solely focused on Bollywood, which is centered in Mumbai. A colossal number of movies are produced in South India, where the film industry generates a healthy billion USD a year.
Often calledmayanagari(city of dreams), Mumbai is synonymous with Bollywood, India’s largest film industry and one of the biggest movie machines on earth. As the entertainment hub of the country, it’s no surprise that the city is home to hundreds of Bollywood actors, directors, filmmakers, and aspiring talents. Additionally, the city also appears in the storylines of dozens of critically-acclaimed movies, from local hits such as the Academy-Award nominatedSalaam Bombay!, 2013 romanceThe Lunchbox, and crime dramaChandni Bar, to international releases likeThe Hundred Foot Journey,Slumdog Millionaire, andMillion Dollar Arm.