Why do South Indian films look more Indian than Bollywood’s?

 I believe both South Indian films and Bollywood film both look Indian and have feel of a desi touch.

Bollywood has modern touch because Bollywood film industry is headquartered in Mumbai , the most developed city in Indian subcontinent and has a Audience size of atleast 1 billion or 1000 million or 100 crores.

This means high quality visuals, large number of production houses and producers and everything is big.

South Indian film industry is not just one film industry it is actually 5 or 6. The market is very low compared to mighty Bollywood. It's approximately 252 million audience size.

Kannada language film industry or Sandalwood headquartered in Mandya, Karnataka. It's popularity is restricted to Karnataka only.

Mandya is primary hub of Kannada film industry.Mandya is considered a premier, high-octane, and loyal stronghold for the Kannada film industry (Sandalwood), often acting as a crucial barometer for a film's success due to its dedicated fan base. It is a major region for promotion, frequently hosting top stars.

Tamil language film industry or Kollywood is headquartered in Chennai and Kumbakonam. Tamil Nadu is the primary hub of Kollywood.

Telugu language film industry or Tollywood is headquartered in Hyderabad. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are the primary hub of Tollywood. It's the largest film industry after Bollywood and the Largest Film industry in South India.

Malayalam language film industry or Kollywood is headquartered in Thiruvananthapuram. Kerala is the primary hub of Kollywood.

Tulu language film industry or Coastalwood is headquartered in Mangalore, Tulu Nadu state.

Which South Indian actress was unsuccessful in Bollywood?

 Rambha

The actress who has done a fare share of movies in all South Indian industries and 17 movies in Hindi cinema, failed to outshine with her work in the Hindi Industry.

Tamannah Bhatia

The Bahubali actress had actually made a debut in Bollywood in 2005 with Chand Sa Roshan Cehra, but failed. She made it big in south but even her second innings in Bollywood also did not lead to great success.

Shruti Haasan

The daughter of famous south star Kamal Hassan, Shruti Hassan has done a fare share of Hindi movies but all of them failed to make her a star.

Bhumika Chawla

The one hit wonder in Bollywood, the Tere Naam actress is a hit down south. But the Tere Naam actress failed to create much impact in Bollywood!

Hansika Motwani

A child actor from Bollywood, Hansika turned to south Indian films to and became a star. But here Bollywood endeavors like Aapka Suroor failed to impress!

Trisha Krishnan

Her Bollywood debut opposite Akshay Kumar in Khatta Meetha failed to get her any great opportunities in Bollywood!

Shriya Saran

Tujhe Meri Kasam in 2003 was her debut Bollywood film, and her part in Drishyam even won her accolades but yet she failed to win Bollywood over!

Jyothika

The one an only film she attempted in Bollywood was her debut Dooli Saja Ke Rakhna which failed at the box office. She then happily turned to Tamil cinema!

What are some of the best South Indian movies ever made?

 I can answer this question twice I guess , because I am such a crazy fan of South movies.

1. Ratsasan

2. Mangalavaar ( I suggested this movie to many and everyone liked it and gave wonderful reviews)

3. Eleven

4. Officer On Duty

5. Maharaja

6. Irrata

7.Cadaver

8. Identity

9. RekhaChitram

10.Kishkinda Kandam

And I don’t understand why everybody is crazy about this movie “EKO”, I mean I saw so many reels claiming this to be a very wow and mind blowing movie. But when I started watching, it literally took all my patience that I had gathered in these many years hoping to see the mind blowing climax but it only wasted my time!

Do let me know if I am missing on some mind blowing movies.

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What are some of the wrong depictions of South India in Bollywood movies?

 Bollywood doesn’t know any place other than Mumbai and Awadh.

With respect of South India, they only have two cities- Chennai and “Kerala”(I know this is a state)

Their South Indian vocabulary starts from ”Ayyo” and ends at “Yenna Rascala”.

Apparently all South Indian dons only well-plaid SAREES. Seldom you will see any South Indian girls in any other clothes, be it Dil Se… or 2 States.

Another thing is that they expect all South Indians will be trained in Classical Indian dances. Nothing wrong in that but just that in every Bollywood movie I had watched on South India, protagonist will have one classical dance number.

I am a North Indian but I have met a lot of South Indian students in schools (Army School). And trust me, their vocabulary is not as bad as it is shown in movie. You will be surprised at how clear is pronunciation of many. But who will tell this to Bollywood.

(Most annoying accent of all time. Comic, but hugely irritating)

I don’t think that South Indians wear only Lungi.

Agneepath, Sajan Chale Sasural, Padosan, Gumnaam, these are some movies where characters only wear Lungi all the time.

Bollywood need to introspect on how they portray different cultures. Most of us grow watching Bollywood and think that what’s shown there is true as hell.

P.S. High Expectations from Thalaivi. Hope this doesn’t disappoint us in terms of cultural portrayal.

Why are idols in South Indian temples kept in dark with no lights?

The Statues-Idols are kept in Karpa-Graha of the Temple.

• The term "karpa graha" refers to the sanctum sanctorum of a Hindu temple, also known by the Sanskrit term garbhagriha . In Tamil, it is called karuvarai, which means "womb chamber," derived from the words "karu" (foetus) and "arai" (room).
• I’m not sure what is reality behind the closure of Karpa-Graha without any light nor celebrating the Statues-Idols in Karpa-Graha using Lamps-Lights-Sounds on specific days of the year.
• There should be wider meaning for the timely celebration and closure of temples on-time and every-time.
• Exception: Few temples are just opened for once in year or once in 14 years, many temples are opened daily.
• For Instance, Sabarimala Temple do manage a specific calendar for the opening and closure of Temple.

What are the lesser known tourist destinations in South India?

 Pichavaram Mangrove Forest!

Most of us know that the world's biggest mangrove forest is Sundarbans spread in West Bengal and Bangladesh.

But majority doesn't know that the second largest mangrove forests is also in India. It's the Pichavaram mangrove forest in Tamil Nadu.

The forest is spread about 1100 acres and there are more than 400 routes for boating. The forest is known for its richness in biodiversity. It houses some endangered species of plants and birds.

Snakes could surprise you during your boat ride. As you go inside the forest, it would get denser and you could feel the thrill and the adventure.

This place has not become a commercial tourist destination yet. I wish this place remain underrated and unknown to the humans of the world. Let this place remain free from us!

What are the specials in South Indian Nashta?

 South Indian tiffin has so many specials but kanna!!! the SUPERSTAR OF SOUTH INDIAN TIFFIN IS DOSA.

• Plain Dosa

• Masala Dosa

•Mysore masala dosa

• Kal Dosai

• Ghee Roast

• Paper Dosa

• Adai Dosa

• Rava Dosa

• Ragi Dosa

• Madurai Kari Dosai

• Podi Dosai

• Egg Dosai

• Onion Dosa

• Set Dosa

• Wheat Dosa

• Coconut Dosa

• Paneer Dosa

South India - divided by states but united by dosa.

Dear readers,

If I had forgotten any dosa please feel free to comment