Discover the vibrant spectrum of South Asian cinema, moving far beyond the widely known ‘Bollywood’. This essential collection critically explores Nepali, Sri Lankan, Pakistani, Panjabi, Bhojpuri, Bengali, Kannada, and early Tamil cinemas, alongside a deeper look at Bollywood itself. Engaging with music, dance, audiences, and industries through ethnographic and historical lenses, it offers a comprehensive, wide-ranging analysis. A must-read for film studies scholars, students, and anyone passionate about the rich tapestry of Indian and South Asian film history and cultural narratives.