The Indian Hindi-language film business, now known as Bollywood and earlier known as Bombay cinema, is located in Mumbai (formerly Bombay). The term is a combination of the words "Bombay" and "Hollywood." Indian cinema, together with South Indian cinema and other Indian film industries, is the world's largest by the number of feature films produced.

Masala is an Indian film genre that combines many genres in a single production, with a focus on Bollywood, West Bengal, and South India. For instance, a single film can contain elements of action, comedy, drama, romance, and melodrama. These films are usually musicals with songs shot in beautiful locations. Unfamiliar viewers may find the plots of such films illogical and unbelievable. The masala genre is called after a spice blend used in Indian cuisine.

Due to the expanding NRI and Indian communities worldwide, Bollywood dance and cinema have garnered increased international prominence since the 2000s. Along with new talents, the popularity of the show continues to rise.