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The Evolving Tapestry of Indian Culture and Lifestyle Content: Tradition, Modernity, and Digital Narratives

Abstract

Indian culture, one of the world’s oldest and most diverse, has found new expressions through contemporary lifestyle content. This paper examines how traditional practices—ranging from cuisine and clothing to festivals and family structures—are being reinterpreted in digital spaces. It analyzes the shift from monolithic, ritualistic portrayals to nuanced, region-specific, and modernized lifestyle narratives. Focusing on the role of social media influencers, OTT platforms, and lifestyle blogs, the paper argues that Indian lifestyle content today navigates a dynamic balance between parampara (tradition) and pragati (progress). The findings suggest that while core cultural values persist, their presentation is increasingly individualized, visual, and globalized.

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   • Women: Saree (6-9 yards of unstitched cloth) remains iconic, but salwar kameez (tunic with trousers) is more practical daily wear. In cities, jeans and tops are ubiquitous, but often layered with a dupatta (scarf) for modesty.
   • Men: Traditional kurta pajama for festivals; otherwise, shirts, trousers, or jeans. The dhoti (wrapped cloth) is rare in cities except for rituals.
   • Impact of Western wear: Denim is dominant among youth, but “Indo-Western” design (kurtis with leggings, Nehru jackets over T-shirts) is a unique synthesis.