How to Throw a Bollywood Night Party

Movies often aren't a good option for socializing, because you're looking straight ahead, not talking, and paying attention to the movie instead of to your friends. With the right silly movie, good Indian food, and a group of friends who are ready to add in their own hilarious commentary to the film you've chosen, you've got most of the main ingredients needed for a fun Bollywood Night party.

Bollywood parties are good for vegetarians or friends who enjoy Mystery Science Theater 3000 movies or like exploring other cultures.

Things You'll Need

• Indian food, takeout or homemade
• Space for setting out a buffet
• Space for watching movies
• Bollywood DVD

Instructions

Assess Your Space

1. Food

2. Movies

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Make a Food Plan

1. Host-provided or potluck?

2. Takeout, Indian Grocery, or homemade?

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Pick a movie

1. Where to find them: local movie rental, book store, Indian grocery, netflix

2. How adventurous is your audience?

   The Guru, Bollywood/Hollywood

   More true Bollywood films

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Invite your guests

1. If you're hosting, let your guests know what to expect- LONG movies, not all Indian food is hot.

2. If potluck, make sure not too many duplicates, needs for the kitchen?

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Tips & Warnings

• Many Bollywood films are very long compared to American movies, sometimes running three hours or longer. Let your guests know they should expect a lengthy film or purposely pick a shorter or Americanized film for your Bollywood Night.