Festivals punctuate the Indian calendar and structure social life. They transcend religion, with many communities participating in each other’s celebrations.
The cultural ethos of "Atithi Devo Bhava" (The guest is God) remains central, with socializing often being warm, informal, and spontaneous.
There is a massive hunger for this content among the Indian diaspora (NRIs) and foreigners married into Indian families.
Music and dance are essential components of Indian culture, with a rich tradition of classical and folk music, as well as various dance forms. Some notable examples include: