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August 8, 2025 6 mins
High Five India | South Asian Heritage Month Special It’s South Asian Heritage Month — running from 18 July to 17 August — a time to celebrate, commemorate, and reflect on the rich tapestry of South Asian histories and identities. First established in the UK in 2020, the dates mark two defining moments: 18 July, when the Indian Independence Act received royal assent, and 17 August, when the Radcliffe Line was published — drawing the borders between India, Pakistan, and modern-day Bangladesh. Today, over 5 million people in the UK — roughly 7.5% of the population — are of South Asian heritage. In England and Wales alone, nearly 1 in 10 people identified as Asian British in the 2021 census, making South Asians the largest Asian ethnic group in the UK. To mark this vibrant month, India: A Story in the Making presents a special High Five India feature on Shruti Merchant— the powerhouse choreographer behind Come Fall in Love: The DDLJ Musical, now lighting up the stage in Manchester. Carrying forward a dazzling legacy — her sister is the iconic Vaibhavi Merchant, known for timeless Bollywood hits like “Dholi Taaro Dhol Baaje” — Shruti is taking Indian storytelling global, one spectacular step at a time. Because truly, nothing celebrates South Asian culture more than our food, our films, and our music — and no wonder Bollywood’s eternal love story Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge continues to win hearts, from Mumbai to Manchester. For More Such Content, Subscribe To: 📺 YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@loveenatandonproductions 🎙️ Podcast – Smart Link: 💬 Join Our Discord Community:https://discord.gg/p2UYt9uV5d Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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