🎬 Presentation: Indian Cinema – A Journey Through Time and Culture
Slide 1: Title Slide
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Indian Cinema: A Journey Through Time and Culture
📅 By [Biswajit Tikader]
[17.07.2025]
Slide 2: Introduction
Indian cinema is one of the largest film industries in the world.
Produces films in multiple languages – Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Bengali, and more.
Known for diverse storytelling, music, dance, drama, and deep cultural roots.
Slide 3: Origins of Indian Cinema
🎞Silent
1913: Raja Harishchandra by Dadasaheb Phalke, India’s first full-length feature film.
era with mythological and historical themes.
Gradual evolution to talkies with Alam Ara (1931), India’s first sound film.
Slide 4: Golden Age (1940s–1960s)
Rise of social realism and artistic depth.
Key filmmakers: Satyajit Ray, Raj Kapoor, Guru Dutt, Bimal Roy.
Notable films: Pather Panchali, Mother India, Mughal-e-Azam.
Focus on national identity, poverty, and human emotions.
Slide 5: The Masala Era (1970s–1980s)
Introduction of action, romance, melodrama, and music – the “masala” genre.
Rise of Amitabh Bachchan as the “angry young man”.
Blockbusters like Sholay, Deewar, Amar Akbar Anthony.
Parallel cinema movement also grew – realistic, art-house films.
Slide 6: Modern Indian Cinema (1990s–Present)
Globalization influences storytelling and production.
Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Salman Khan lead Bollywood.
Expansion of South Indian cinema (e.g., Baahubali, RRR, Pushpa).
Increasing use of VFX, OTT platforms, and international collaborations.
Slide 7: Regional Cinemas of India
Tollywood (Telugu) – high-budget spectacles, mass appeal.
Kollywood (Tamil) – powerful stories, social justice themes.
Mollywood (Malayalam) – known for realism and innovation.
Bengali cinema – art films, literary adaptations.
Slide 8: Music & Dance in Indian Films
Integral part of storytelling – songs convey emotion, plot.
Composers like A.R. Rahman, R.D. Burman; singers like Lata Mangeshkar, Arijit Singh.
Dance styles: from classical Bharatanatyam to Bollywood freestyle.
Slide 9: Global Influence
Films like Lagaan, Slumdog Millionaire, RRR received international acclaim.
Indian cinema is now part of major festivals: Cannes, Oscars, Berlinale.
Indian actors and directors gaining recognition globally.
Slide 10: Challenges and the Future
Issues: censorship, piracy, nepotism, funding challenges.
The future: AI, immersive tech, diverse storytelling, stronger OTT presence.
Young filmmakers are bringing fresh voices and perspectives.
Slide 11: Conclusion
Indian cinema is a mirror of society, rich in culture, emotion, and artistry.
Continues to evolve and inspire millions across the globe.
A powerful medium of entertainment, expression, and unity.
Slide 12: Q&A
🙏 Thank you!
Any questions?