The Magic of “Namaste”

You may have heard the traditional Indian greeting “Namaste” which has caught on in the West. But have you ever wondered what’s the meaning behind this greeting? While growing up I was told different reasons for the most common Indian greeting and I would like to share with you one of my favourite reasons for […]

The Power of Dance

Check out this video to learn what dancing can do for you!

Who’s Your Aunty?

Why does your Indian friend call your mum “aunty” even though you both are not related? This episode of Quirky India let’s you in on the secret!

Interesting Indian Pre-Wedding Ritual

At Ignite Bollywood we provide more than just Bollywood entertainment. We offer a unique cultural experience and give main stream Australian audiences an inside look into the beautifully rich Indian culture. School students in particular love our approach. Today I want to share this video about “Ubtan” – a quirky Indian pre-wedding ritual that you […]

What The Cool Yogis Are Getting Wrong

Have you been pronouncing your Indian friend’s name incorrectly and they’ve been too polite to tell you. In this video I share something most people don’t know about the Hindi and Sanskrit language.  

The Groom and The Shoe Thief

We at Ignite Bollywood enjoy sharing quirky and interesting facts about the Indian culture with primary and secondary school students. If you’re a teacher looking to invite experts in Indian culture who know how to make it fun for kids, ask us about our Bollywood incursions. Here is the type of fun fact we love […]