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In this 2007 Bollywood movie, this actor played the character of Om, a junior film artist, in a story that spans two Diwali festivals.
Who is Shah Rukh Khan?
During Diwali, people light these oil lamps and candles known that symbolizing the victory of light over darkness.
What are diyas (or deepas)?
The city of Jaipur, known for its pink-colored buildings, is the capital of this northwestern Indian state.
What is Jaipur?
This former Miss World from India, who later became a successful Bollywood actress, is also a global UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.
Who is Priyanka Chopra?
The term for the Indian practice of slow-cooking marinated meat or vegetables on skewers over a charcoal or open flame grill, resulting in smoky, flavorful dishes.
What is the tandoor or tandoori?
In this iconic 1993 Bollywood film, two childhood friends, Rahul and Anjali, meet after several years during a Diwali party.
This is the Indian term for sweets, which are often prepared and shared in various forms as a common tradition during Diwali.
What is mithai?
This state was a former Portuguese colony.
What is Goa?
This Indian business tycoon is the chairman of a multinational conglomerate with interests in industries ranging from petrochemicals to telecommunications.
Who is Mukesh Ambani?
Traditional Indian pickles made by preserving vegetables or fruits in oil and a mixture of spices, salt, and vinegar.
What is achaar?
In this Bollywood movie, released in 2004, the lead character returns home to India during Diwali after being away for ten years.
What is Veer Zara?
During Diwali, families clean and decorate their homes with these colorful patterns made from colored powders or flower petals.
What is rangoli?
This state is often referred to as the "Spice Garden of India" due to its abundant spice plantations.
What is Kerala?
This Indian cricket legend, known as the "Little Master," is considered one of the greatest batsmen in the history of the sport.
Who is Sachin Tendulkar?
In the state of Gujarat, this dish made from steamed, fermented rice and chickpea flour is often served with yogurt and is a popular breakfast choice
What is dhokla?
In the 2013 Bollywood movie "Chennai Express," she played the role of Meenamma, whose introduction occurs during a Diwali scene.
Who is Deepika Padukone?
Diwali typically lasts for this long.
What is 5 days?
This state is known as the "Land of the Five Rivers" due to its extensive river system.
What is Punjab?
This celebrated Indian astronaut was the first Indian woman in space, having flown aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia in 1997.
Who was Kalpana Chawla?
Hailing from the state of West Bengal, this sweet consists of deep-fried, syrup-soaked cottage cheese balls.
What is rasgulla?
This 2013 Bollywood movie features a Diwali-themed song "Nagada Sang Dhol" with Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh.
What is Ram-leela?
During Diwali, many people exchange gifts and sweets. This is what the traditional practice of giving and receiving gifts during the festival is called.
What is dhanteras?
This state has the largest forest cover in India and is famous for the Sundarbans mangrove forest.
What is West Bengal?
This Indian mathematician, often referred to as the "Man Who Knew Infinity," made significant contributions to number theory and mathematics, particularly during his time at the University of Cambridge.
Who is Srinavasa Ramunajan?
In the region of Kashmir, this fragrant dish is made from slow-cooked, marinated meat, often goat or lamb, with a rich, aromatic gravy.
What is rogan josh?