Bollywood
What was Hrithik Roshans first Bollywood movie?
Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai
Which three religious groups celebrate Diwali?
Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs
Which city in India is known for its pink-colored buildings, is the capital of this northwestern Indian state.
Jaipur
From what language is the name ‘Diwali’ derived?
Sanskrit
What is the main message of Diwali's legends?
Victory of good over evil
Which film features Rancho, Farhan, and Raju as university friends navigating through life’s ups and downs?
3 idiots
In Hinduism, Diwali is the return home of Ram after how many years?
14 Years
This state was a former Portuguese colony.
Goa
In this 2007 Bollywood movie, this actor played the character of Om, a junior film artist, in a story that spans two Diwali festivals. Name the movie and the actor
Sharukh Khan in Om Shanti Om
This Bollywood director started the trend of Diwali releases. Lamhe, starring Anil Kapoor and Sridevi was his first festive release. Name the director.
Who is Yash Chopra
In 2016 Filmfare Awards, what Bollywood movie won best film?
Bajirao Mastani
During Diwali, families clean and decorate their homes with these colorful patterns made from colored powders or flower petals.
Rangoli
This state has the largest forest cover in India and is famous for the Sundarbans mangrove forest.
What is West Bengal?
In the 2013 Bollywood movie "Chennai Express," she played the role of Meenamma, whose introduction occurs during a Diwali scene. Deepika Padukone
Deepika Padukone
What was Sita's name when she was in exile?
Vaidehi
Who was the first Bollywood actor to get a wax statue at Madame Tussauds?
Amitabh Bachchan
First US president to host a Diwali in the White House
What is Barack Obama
This state is known as the "Land of the Five Rivers" due to its extensive river system.
Punjab
Which Hindu month is Diwali observed on?
Ashvin
Which empire was Lord Rama the ruler of
What is Ayodhaya?
Which Indian actor/actress has won the most number of National Award?
Shabana Azmi (5 awards):D
These are the 5 days of Diwali
DHANTERAS
‘Choti Diwali’ or Roop Chaudas or KALI CHAUDAS
DIWALI
Padwa or Budha Diwali or Bhai Dooj or BHAI BEE
NEW YEARS
This is the one state in India where Diwali is not a major festival.
Kerela
What do the Sikhs commonly call Diwali?
Bandi Chhor Divas
The word "Diwali" originated from the term " Deepavali" in Sanskrit. What does it literally mean?
Row of Lights