Bollywood Fandom

While "Soundtrack" is generic, Bollywood fans typically call the collection of film songs an "Album," emphasizing the music industry's tie-in releases.

Casual observers say "Hit Movie" for successful films, but insiders celebrate a "Blockbuster" as a major commercial success that dominates at the box office globally.

Casual observers may refer broadly to "Indian Movies," but insiders specifically say "Bollywood Film" to denote Hindi language commercial cinema, distinguishing it from other Indian film industries.

Sometimes outsiders call brief appearances "dance performances," but insiders say "Cameo" when a well-known star appears briefly, often during a song sequence.

Outsiders usually say "Movie Star," whereas insiders use "Hero" for male leads and "Heroine" for female leads, reflecting Bollywood's narrative conventions.

Casual viewers see certain songs as background music, but fans refer to a catchy or special dance number as an "Item Number," which often features a guest star and has distinctive cultural relevance.

Global outsiders say "Music Composer," yet within Bollywood, "Music Director" is the preferred term for those who create film music.

Outsiders call previews "Trailers," while Bollywood insiders often refer to them as "Promos," used to generate buzz via TV and social media.

Outside observers refer to groups as "Fan Clubs," but dedicated fans use terms like "Army" to signify a large and active community of passionate supporters.

Outsiders might say "Award Show" in general, but fans refer specifically to "Filmfare," the prestigious and iconic Bollywood awards event recognized worldwide among enthusiasts.