9 Shows and Movies on OTT That Explore Indian Diaspora

From navigating identity crises to balancing cultural values, these cross-border tales delve into the unique experiences of the Indian diaspora:

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge(Prime Video): Shah Rukh Khan & Kajol’s iconic love story captures the nostalgia of reconnecting with homeland values while living abroad.

Bend It Like Beckham (Prime Video): A rebellious teenager defies her traditional Indian family to pursue her passion for football in this coming-of-age classic.

The Namesake (Disney+Hotstar): Tabu, Irrfan Khan, & Kal Penn star in this moving tale of immigrant parents and their American-born children learning to bridge cultural divides.

The Big Sick (Prime Video): Kumail Nanjiani stars in this heartwarming romcom about navigating cultural expectations and forbidden love.

Namastey London ( Prime Video): A Punjabi man (Akshay Kumar) and a British brat (Katrina Kaif) navigate their cultural differences in this romcom.

Never Have I Ever (Netflix): Mindy Kaling’s coming-of-age series captures the challenges of balancing Indian traditions with American teenage life.

Indian Matchmaking (Netflix): This reality series explores modern matchmaking within Indian and diasporic communities.

Wedding Season (Netflix): Asha (Pallavi Sharda) and Ravi (Suraj Sharma) fake-date at weddings but end up discovering real love.

The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh (Prime Video): An immigrant family’s humorous and heartfelt struggles with their neighbors unfold in this comedy-drama.