Podcast When reel and real worlds collide

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Indian movies with their feel-good stories and elaborate song and dance sequences are often an acquired taste for Swiss cinephiles. But those bitten by the Bollywood bug can also follow in the footsteps of their favourite stars in Switzerland.

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