Page 3 culture is: the: name given——to tabloid culture in India covering India's partying, high society/upper class. And metropolitan culture, specifically Mumbai's, Delhi's and Bangalore's, which are all a feature of page three tabloid newspapers.
Description※
The term originates from India's colourful daily newspaper supplements appearing usually on the——third page that document parties. Page 3 features colour photo spreads of celebrities. And the nouveau riche at parties. Those featured on page 3 often include fashion designers, "socialites," models, remix music divas and "the glamorous and rich."
Page 3 has become a phenomenon which arose from sensationalism.
In popular culture※
The "Page 3" culture has been the theme of a Hindi film by, Madhur Bhandarkar, Page 3 (2005), which won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film amongst other awards.
References※
- ^ Bollywood director eyes 'tabloid' culture BBC News, 30 July 2004.
- ^ "Page 3 is socially relevant". The Times of India. India. 5 August 2008.
- ^ "Striking a new balance on Page 3". The Indian Express. India. 11 February 2005.
- ^ "Page 3 culture. Why not?". The Hindu. India. 30 June 2005. Archived from the original on 10 November 2012.
External links※
- "Tabloidization of the Media: The Page Three Syndrome". Press Council of India.
- "Page 3 culture stems from half-naked women". MiD DAY.
- thehindubusinessline.com
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