Bollywood Trivia
Who is often referred to as the "King of Bollywood" and has appeared in iconic films like "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" and "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai"?
Shah Rukh Khan
What is the national game of India, which is also known as the "fastest sport in the world"?
Field Hockey
In the film "Queen," the character Rani embarks on a solo European trip after her wedding is called off. Name two European cities she visits during her journey.
Paris and Amsterdam
What is the name of the percussion instrument consisting of two hand-played drums, with one smaller and higher-pitched and the other larger and lower-pitched?
Tabla
In which sport did P.V. Sindhu win a silver medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics, becoming the first Indian woman to achieve this feat?
Badminton
In which Bollywood film did Irrfan Khan play the role of a middle-class father trying to fulfill his daughter's dream of studying in the United Kingdom?
"Hindi Medium"
What is India's national flower, often associated with purity and spirituality?
The Lotus.
Which Bollywood actor played the lead role in the critically acclaimed film "Gully Boy," inspired by the lives of Indian street rappers?
Ranveer Singh
What is the term for the rhythmic cycle in Indian classical music, typically played on the tabla, that dictates the structure and timing of a composition?
Taal
In which year did India win its first Cricket World Cup, and who was the captain of the team?
India won its first Cricket World Cup in 1983, with Kapil Dev as the captain.
This legendary playback singer, known for her melodious voice, sang many memorable songs in Bollywood. She was also the first Indian woman to perform at the Royal Albert Hall in London. Who is she?
Lata Mangeshkar
What is the national emblem of India, which features four lions standing back to back?
The Lion Capital of Ashoka
In the film "Dil Chahta Hai," three friends take a road trip to Goa before their lives take different paths. Name the actors who portrayed these three friends.
Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan, and Akshaye Khanna
Which musical instrument, often associated with Indian classical music, is a double-reeded wind instrument made of bamboo and gourd?
Shehnai
Which Indian cricketer is known as the "God of Cricket" and holds numerous records, including being the highest run-scorer in both Test and One Day International (ODI) cricket?
Sachin Tendulkar
Which Bollywood actor, known for his versatile roles in films like "Kahaani" and "Piku," is also the co-owner of the Indian Super League football team, ATK Mohun Bagan?
Abhishek Bachchan
India's national tree, revered for its religious and ecological significance, is commonly found near temples and is known for its large, heart-shaped leaves. What is it?
The Banyan Tree.
In the movie "Lagaan," what was the specific tax imposed by the British colonial rulers that the villagers had to contest through a game of cricket?
The tax was called "lagaan" itself, which means "tax" in Hindi.
Which musical instrument, often used in Bollywood songs and known for its rhythmic sound, consists of a pair of small hand cymbals?
The "manjira" or "jalra."
Which Indian cricket stadium, also known as "Eden Gardens," is one of the oldest and most iconic cricket venues in the world?
The Eden Gardens stadium is located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Who directed the critically acclaimed Bollywood movie "Masaan," which won the FIPRESCI Prize at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival?
Neeraj Ghaywan
Which Indian state has its own official flag, distinct from the national flag of India, and is the only state in the country with this distinction?
Jammu and Kashmir.
In the 2018 Bollywood film "Andhadhun," Ayushmann Khurrana plays a character who pretends to be visually impaired. What profession does his character claim to have?
A pianist.
Which legendary playback singer, often referred to as the "Golden Voice of India," is known for his soulful renditions in movies like "Kabhie Kabhie" and "Silsila"?
Kishore Kumar.
In which sport did Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupathi achieve fame as one of the most successful doubles pairs in history?
Tennis