The largest film industry in the world after Hollywood is celebrated in this expanded and updated edition. Covering the range of Indian film, this encyclopaedia includes more coverage of mainstream productions from the 1970s to the 1990s, and a comprehensive name index. "No collection on Indian film can afford to be without this book; highly recommended for academic and larger public libraries." -- Library Journal"Libraries with any interest in international film will want this helpful compendium." -- Choice"This new edition presents a comprehensive look at the riches of the world's largest industry." -- Booklist/RBB"A marvelous gift to the world of film scholarship." -- Historical Journal of Film, Radio and Television