Bollywood
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Bollywood
Example Sentences
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Wangchuk and CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke have received support from most of the major opposition parties, farmer leaders, activist and celebrities, including Bollywood actors.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
He is notorious for his threats against a Bollywood actor who shot two blackbucks, a type of antelope that the Bishnoi sect worships.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
Celebration, unity, representation - this is the message that singer and Bollywood star Nora Fatehi says she's going to bring to Canada's World Cup opening ceremony.
From BBC ● Jun. 12, 2026
Chowdhury, a queer artist who enjoys sampling performance modes, adopts the figure of the grieving Bollywood widow.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 12, 2026
A fast-paced Indian song pulses as Bollywood actresses in crimson outfits twirl in perfect coordination in front of a stage decorated with yellow and red flowers.
From "Amina's Voice" by Hena Khan
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