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How Bollywood shaped Zohran Mamdani’s win; NYC’s first ‘filmy’ mayor just lived out his own Mira Nair script
Newly elected New York mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated his victory by walking out to the Bollywood hit "Dhoom Machale," highlighting the cultural impact of Indian cinema in his campaign. His strong ties to Bollywood, through his mother Mira Nair, influenced his unique campaign style, incorporating classic film references and visuals that resonated with voters, ultimately securing his win in a competitive race.

