When worlds collide: Nigerian couple play Bollywood song at wedding
As a continent, we are more multicultural than we realise.
Bollywood movies are more popular than most people think, and not just in the Indian community.
In fact, a couple who boldly shared their love for a popular Bollywood love song went viral for featuring this song at their wedding.
The bride, an influencer, and her groom played the song and accompanied it with a little performance. It had all the makings of a good Bollywood movie scene - one that Shahrukh Khan would be proud of.
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Watch how this couple dance to the hit song, 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai', at their wedding.
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The popular Bollywood movie 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' was a 1998 hit that received various accolades, including the National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.
The comments on the video were inspiring.
- "Girl choreographing on the spot"
- "Love from India. Both of you bravehearts executed it fabulously."
- "I was shy on her behalf until she pulled that falling move…they fit each other"
- "Many of my Nigerian friends have watched more Bollywood movies than I have"
It was inspiring to see how a completely different culture resonated with the world of Bollywood.
Just for the lovers, here's a video of the song from the movie—courtesy of YouTube.
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