Impact Of Films On Society..!

The Indian film industry emerged during the colonial times when India was under the British ruling. The first Indian movie, Alam Ara , was very well-received by the audience. Sincethen, Indian film industry, popularly known as Bollywood has prospered. Every movie that hits the box office every Friday presents a new impact on the society that we live in!

It’s a plot very intelligently, raising the questions of dowry of groom’s families especially in the case of arrange marriage. The movie very effectively sows the seeds of thoughts against dowry withoutbeing a tiny bit forceful. This custom prevails despite the dowry prohibition act of the constitution, which mentions serious legal implications on the family demanding dowry , This can be expected to be a result of improper implementation of the law.

Udhta Punjab

Drug addiction and increasing number of youth getting swayed towards this silent killer, Punjab had suddenly seen a rise in this direction. Udhta Punjab a very influential movie as it was stated at the time of its release expressed the issue to the public in an open and frank manner. The consequences and the fight to protect the youth from drug addiction framed the basic plot of the movie.

Cultural Aspects

The effect doesn’t end just at this point. Much before the concept of public awareness movies rose, films have been influencing the everyday lifestyle of individuals prominently the youth. Either it is fashion, attitude, social behavior or new trends. These movies also present the age old and forgotten customs. There have been many movies which highlight the importance of Indian Cultures. Movies like Delhi-6,Monsoon Wedding and many others. Not only influencing the youth but also creating a new scope of exploration for the upcoming fashion designers, Production people, actors, singers etc. Thus, creating a new history.