A.R. Rahman's compositions, particularly from 'Slumdog Millionaire', have garnered international acclaim, alongside other Indian songs like Daler Mehndi's 'Tunak Tunak Tun' and Panjabi MC's bhangra tracks, which have blended Indian and Western styles to achieve global popularity. Meanwhile, Romesh Ranganathan is set to explore cultural icons in his new BBC series 'The Misinvestigations of Romesh Ranganathan', where he investigates the lives and mysterious deaths of four notable entertainment figures. In Indian cinema, 2023 has seen a wave of newcomers like Jibraan Khan and Pratibha Ranta making impactful debuts, showcasing fresh talent in diverse roles. In the art world, Nadia Barakou recently participated in an international exhibition in Dharamsala, highlighting the interplay of black and white in her work, while several Indian artists such as Raja Ravi Varma and Tyeb Mehta have historically put India on the global artistic map.