Bollywood movies played starring role in Indian Independence [audio 30min]
Yasmin Alibhai Brown presents looks at the way in which the Bollywood movie industry played a key role in the movement for Indian Independence, building a pan-Indian identity following the departure of the British. The industry ultimately went on to ridicule politics and politicians themselves, as idealism faded and the country became disillusioned with public office.
Read entire article at BBC Radio 4 "Political Bollywood"