As a student body filled with an array of Indian backgrounds, Indian-influenced arts and culture can be found in many corners of our community. From incorporating traditional Indian clothing into daily wardrobes to defining authentic Indian food, click here to read explore how embracing cultural forms of arts and entertainment enables the Indian American community to maintain a connection to their heritage.
Immersed in India
Recognizing different forms of Indian-influenced entertainment in our community
December 9, 2023
About the Contributors
![Samika Bhatkar](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_1134-600x400.jpg)
Samika Bhatkar, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Samika is currently a junior and Arts & Entertainment editor for El Estoque. She loves listening to hip-hop and rap music and playing with her dog. In her free time, Samika watches NBA games or cooks Indian food with her mom.
![Leah Desai](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_1122-600x400.jpg)
Leah Desai, Staff Writer
Leah is currently a sophomore and a staff writer for El Estoque. She is a member of the volleyball team at Monta Vista and in her free time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and listening to music.
![Yixuan (Joyce) Li](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023-2024-El-Estoque-Staff-Photo-600x400.jpg)
Yixuan (Joyce) Li, Staff Writer
Joyce is currently a sophomore and a staff writer for El Estoque. When she's not busy meeting deadlines or looking up cat breeds she's less likely to be allergic to, she enjoys playing her violin, listening to music, and writing.
![Jami Lim](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/IMG_1146-600x400.jpg)
Jami Lim, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Jami is currently a junior and Arts & Entertainment editor for El Estoque. In her free time, she loves to rewatch her favorite movies, take photos of her friends, and attempt to keep up with her thousands of hobbies.
![Sarah Liu](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/IMG_0743-600x400.jpg)
Sarah Liu, Managing Editor
Sarah is currently a senior and a Managing Editor for El Estoque. In her free time, she enjoys trying new foods, playing the NYT crossword and making fruit dessert recipes.
![Eshika Tiwari](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_1112-600x400.jpg)
Eshika Tiwari, Staff Writer
Eshika is currently a Junior and a staff writer for El Estoque. In her free time, she likes to read, listen to Daniel Caesar, and spend time with family.
![Riya Murthy](https://elestoque.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Screenshot-2023-08-30-at-4.46.35-PM-600x402.png)
Riya Murthy, Staff Writer
Riya is currently a junior and a staff writer for El Estoque. In her free time, she enjoys reading and writing poetry.