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Where does Jayati work?
BCG India
This monster was created by a mad scientist and is often depicted with bolts in his neck.
Frankenstein's monster
Diwali is celebrated over five days, and this day marks the start of the festival, with homes being cleaned and decorated.
What are dhanteras?
Krish graduated this university
UCSB
In 2024, this group of astronauts made headlines after an unexpected technical failure left them stranded aboard the International Space Station for several months longer than originally planned. Boeing crapped out so this company is working to get these astronauts back.
What is SpaceX?
Roohi shares her birthday with this 17 again movie star :)
Who is Zac Effron?
In folklore, this creature is said to transform into a bat and drink the blood of its victims. In twilight, Robert Pattinson played this creature. What is this creature and what was his name in the name?
What is a vampire & Edward Cullen?
This song from the movie Mohabbatein (2000) is shot during the movie's Diwali celebration
Pairon mein bandhan hai
Sanuj and Mani got married in this month
Feb
Akshay works for this bank in Calgary
What is ATB Financial?
Amit bhai's wife's name
Harsh's wife's name
Dhaval's sister's name
Urvashi
Chandni
Jhanvi
In the 1988 film Beetlejuice, this actor played the mischievous and chaotic title character.
Who is Michael Keaton?
Name 3 other countries where Diwali is an official holiday (other than US & India)
LOTS! Fiji, Guyana, Malaysia, Mauritius, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago.
This novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, now considered a defining work of American literature, was largely ignored during its release but gained critical acclaim decades later due to its exploration of themes like idealism, excess, and social upheaval in the Jazz Age.
What is The Great Gatsby?
In 2024, this Indian state became the first in the country to pilot the use of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility, part of India's shift towards futuristic transportation solutions.
What is Karnataka?
Mira recently won student of the week. She was given something to pick from the basket. What did she pick?
What is playdoh?
In Hocus Pocus, the three Sanderson sisters are brought back to life in Salem on Halloween night after this item is lit.
What is the Black Flame Candle?
On the second day of Diwali people celebrate the victory of Lord Krishna over this demon who terrorized the world.
Naraksura - Narak Chaturdashi
n 2024, India became one of the world’s top three economies by surpassing this nation in nominal GDP, a milestone driven by rapid growth in its technology and manufacturing sectors.
What is Germany?
This standup indian comedian first starred in the bollywood movie tu jhooti main makkar?
Who is Anubhav Singh Bhassi?
Brand that Aarti Vipin are running?
Ranjini Ishan didn't see one of the big 5 in Africa. Which one was it?
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Hippo
This vegetable was originally carved for Halloween before pumpkins became popular.
What is a turnip?
Frequently seen at Bollywood parties and known for his luxury lifestyle, this Indian socialite, affectionately called Orry, is often spotted celebrating Diwali with top Bollywood stars like Janhvi Kapoor and Sara Ali Khan. What's Orry's full legal name?
Who is Orhan Awatramani?
This artist broke multiple streaming records in 2024 with the release of their highly anticipated album, marking a major comeback after a multi-year hiatus.
Who is Rihanna?
This Indian influencer, famous for her “Saree Not Sorry” series, blends traditional Indian attire with contemporary fashion and has been recognized by international fashion houses.
Who is Masoom Minawala?