About India Sweets and Spices

"India Sweets and Spices" is a 2021 film, directed by Geeta Malik. The story revolves around a young Indian-American woman visiting home after her first year in college. She finds secrets in her parents' past that lead to entertaining experiences and a deeper understanding of her culture, breaking the barriers of the traditional Indian American community.

Making / Production

Geeta Malik, the director, wanted to portray the often overlooked Indian-American community through humor, romance and drama. The film is produced by Sidney Kimmel Entertainment and Hyde Park Entertainment.

Actors

• Manisha Koirala: She plays the character of Sheila. She perfectly portrays the character as a woman caught between the traditional expectations of the Indian community and her own desires.
• Adil Hussain: He plays the character of Ranjit. He is a compelling actor who brings life to the struggles of being a father in a traditional Indian family in America.
• Richa Moorjani: She is the protagonist of the film, Alia. She wonderfully depicts a young adult torn between her Indian roots and American identity.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The director Geeta Malik's own upbringing inspired the film as she also grew up in an Indian immigrant family in the US.
• This film serves as a reunion for Manisha Koirala and Adil Hussain after their previous film "99 Songs".

Quotes

• "We are like this only. We keep our problems to ourselves and show our best side to the world." - Sheila (Manisha Koirala)
• "It's more than just a spice shop, it's a part of our culture." - Alia (Richa Moorjani)

Music, Soundtrack

• "Sweet and Spicy" - A delightful blend of traditional Indian instruments and modern pop music that perfectly encapsulates the film's themes.
• "Homecoming" - a soulful track that elevates the emotional moments of Alia's journey.
• "Bollywood Dreams" - An upbeat dance number that pays homage to traditional Indian cinema.
• "Revelation" - This dramatic soundtrack perfectly complements the climax of the film.

Awards

As of now, the movie "India Sweets and Spices" has not received any awards.