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10 Language-to-English DictionariesBollywood
/ˈbʊli.wʊd/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
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The Hindi-language film industry based in Mumbai, India, known for its vibrant music, dance, and elaborate productions.
"Bollywood films often feature colorful song and dance sequences that are integral to the storytelling." - 2
A style of filmmaking characterized by its melodramatic narratives and musical numbers, often appealing to a mass audience.
"The latest Bollywood blockbuster has broken box office records with its star-studded cast and catchy soundtrack."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term originated in the 1970s as a portmanteau blending 'Bombay' (former name of Mumbai, the center of the Indian film industry) and 'Hollywood', the epicenter of the American film industry. It initially appeared in print culture to describe the prolific Hindi-language film industry located in Mumbai.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Bollywood" is said worldwide
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Bollywood
Transliteration: Bollywood
"Les films de Bollywood sont connus pour leurs danses colorées."
Bollywood
Transliteration: Bollywood
"Bollywood-Filme sind für ihre lebhaften Musik- und Tanzszenen bekannt."
Bollywood
Transliteration: Bollywood
"I film di Bollywood sono famosi per le loro canzoni e balli."
Bollywood
Transliteration: Bollywood
"Las películas de Bollywood son conocidas por sus elaboradas coreografías."
Bollywood
Transliteration: Bollywood
"Os filmes de Bollywood são famosos por suas músicas e danças vibrantes."
बॉलीवुड
Transliteration: Bollywood
"बॉलीवुड फिल्में अपने संगीत और नृत्य के लिए जानी जाती हैं।"
宝莱坞
Transliteration: Bǎoláiwù
"宝莱坞电影以其丰富的音乐和舞蹈而闻名。"
볼리우드
Transliteration: Bollywood
"볼리우드 영화는 화려한 음악과 춤으로 유명합니다."
ボリウッド
Transliteration: Boriuddo
"ボリウッド映画はその華やかな音楽とダンスで知られています。"
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