Political Socialization through Hindi Cinema: Truth or Post-truth?

Abstract

Hindi Cinema, often referred to as Bollywood is usually seen through the lens of money-making and glamorization. But, gradually with its evolution, this static nature has experienced credible changes, with the lines between information and entertainment getting blurred and  films now challenging the rigid social structure and touching upon the social and political life of individuals. Politics and cinema shares an inextricable relationship, with cinema being the most significant agent of political socialization. Films are now repeatedly made in the light of the political happenings and according to specific political preferences, which in turn affects the psychological attitude, shape the behavioral pattern of the public and eventually leads to the establishment of a post-truth society.

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