Born in 1899, 11 years before Hollywood, Bollywood now produces over 800 films a year, making it the biggest film producer in the world.
With recent Bollywood influenced success stories such as Slumdog Millionaire, Bollywood is getting increasingly more coverage in the West.
However, many people have never seen a Bollywood film and with such a wealth of films out there, don't know where to start.
Bollywood superstar Shilpa Shetty is here to help taking us through essential need-to-know facts for all Bollywood beginners. From the extravagant dance routines and imaginative stories, to the biggest stars and must-see films, this is an essential guide to get your share of Bollywood bliss.
