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20076 minPGdoc-short

8.5/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Baba Boom Boom

20076 minPGdoc-short

8.5/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Six minutes of live performances and interviews reveal the rise of Bhangra music from its roots in Punjab to its global impact.

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Six minutes of live performances and interviews reveal the rise of Bhangra music from its roots in Punjab to its global impact.

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Usama Alshaibi

Usama Alshaibidirector

Hameed Alshaibicast

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Panjabi MC, known for his hit "Mundian To Bach Ke," is among the artists featured in Baba Boom Boom. This 2007 documentary presents the Bhangra genre, tracing its roots in Punjab and its growth into a global music phenomenon. Through interviews and live performances, the film captures the cultural significance of Bhangra and its fusion with Western music. It also addresses the challenges artists face in maintaining authenticity while reaching wider audiences.

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