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Celluloid Diwali
D-iwali
Fun Facts
100
This type of clarified butter is used in cooking, lighting diya lamps, and creating "murtis", or statues of dieties.
What is "ghee"
100
This lord was a great warrior who defeated Ravana in an epic battle.
Who is Lord Rama?
100
Literally translated to ‘Sometimes Happiness, Sometimes Sorrow’, this multi-starrer Hindi movie begins with a Diwali scene
What is "Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham"?
100
Made from clay and filled with oil, this temporary and decorative lighting is one of the most enduring symbols of Diwali
What is a Diya?
100
This US President was the first President to personally attend the Diwali celebration that happened in the White House in 2009.
Who is Barack Obama?
200
This a Indian fried donut soaked in a sugary syrup.
What is "Gulab Jamun"?
200
This goddess of wealth is celebrated on the third day of Diwali. We pray for good fortune. She likes a clean house, so families do the best to clean their homes and temples.
Who is Lakshmi?
200
The Khan with the most successful Diwali releases in Bollywood
Who is Shah Rukh Khan?
200
Barack Obama, belonging to this party, became the first US President to personally attend Diwali at the White house in 2009
Who are the Democrats?
200
Patterns or motifs created on the floor or ground using colored rice, flour or sand
What is "Rangoli"?
300
This dry fruit is used in many dishes, but it is most famously known as being the main ingredient in "Kajju Katli", a mithai that is popular during Diwali celebrations.
What is a "cashew"?
300
He was banished for 14 years. King Dasarath's favorite son. Diwali is celebrated in honor of him.
Who is Lord Rama?
300
In which movie does Asha Parekh lose her eyesight due to a Diwali firecracker?
What is Chirag?
300
Another popular Indian festival, 21 days after which Diwali is celebrated
What is Dussherra?
300
Flower Pots, Sparklers, Twinkling stars, Garlands, Rockets
What are fireworks?
400
Laddoos, Gulab Jamuns, Kheer, Jalebis
What are sweets?
400
This goddess is celebrated during Navaratri she is the goddess of knowledge.
Who is Saraswati?
400
Which scene is this movie from?
What is "Humari Adhuri Kahani"?
400
An extremely auspicious day to make new purchases, especially gold, this also marks the first day of the Diwali festival
What is Dhanteras?
400
Known as the Crossroads of the World, this site of the largest celebration of Diwali in America is famous for its annual ball drop ceremony and more recently, its digital fireworks display.
What is NYC Times Square?
500
This sweet fried dumpling is eaten in Nepal, Bangladesh, and India and has a very distinct shape of a half moon.
What is Gujiya?
500
This demon has 10 heads and represents our negative qualities. He kidnapped Ram's wife.
Who is Ravan?
500
Headlining films like Eat, Pray, Love and Pretty Woman, this Hollywood star celebrates Diwali
Who is Julia Roberts?
500
Festival of Lights is also referred to as
What is Diwali?
500
_________ is considered very lucky on the day of Diwali because it promises prosperity in the coming year; it arose when the goddess Parvati played dice with Lord Shiva.
What is "Gambling"?