The news of 61st National Film Awards flashed on TV channels yesterday, making me realise that the Indian Cinema - or to put it more accurately, the biggest obsession of Indians (whether after or before cricket can be a debatable point) - completed 101 years yesterday! OMG! That's something!
There have been several generations of artists that have entertained, inspired, motivated and mesmerised millions of Indians over last 101 years. And our love for them has only grown with each passing year.
Indian cinema is more than just a mode of entertainment for us. It is a part of our lives. The clothes we wear, the way we celebrate our festivals and important occasions, the way we talk to our friends and many such aspects of our lives are in some or the other way influenced by Indian cinema. Believe it or not, films can influence the way we decorate our homes too. The eyes of an Interior Designer like me couldn't miss some novel and filmy ideas for home décor which I came across lately. Sharing some tips to turn a room of your house into a Bollywood corner.
Hand painted posters of Indian cinemas have always been admired by movie lovers. They are sold in some old shops in Chor Bazaar, Mumbai. Lately, these posters (or the printed ones which may be available online as well) are being considered as a decorative wall piece. It gives a vibrant look to the room. And if it is the room where you have set up your home theatre, nothing like a poster or a collage of them on one of the walls. Alternatively, one can have framed images of favourite film stars. Bollywood themed furnishings, especially cushions, are also available these days. One can decorate the room using such furnishings. Flaunt your collection of movies and music through attractive CD shelves. I have come across filmy coffee mugs and other merchandise in some shops, at a couple of stalls in Kala Ghoda Art Festival and even online. They can be smartly arranged in the room for that novel and dashing look. And lastly, have a nice magazine rack that stocks all the filmy magazines. With all these filmy home décor ideas in place, I am sure your visitors will surely exclaim 'total filmy hai boss!'.
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