In Popular Culture
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Indiana Jones: Temple of Doom
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The woman on the left if known to be Shiva, and the person on the right is known to be Kali. Shiva is the god of destruction, and Kali is Shiva's consort. This movie is depicting the historical religion of Hinduism incorrectly.
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Bindi: |
A bindi is a forehead decoration worn in South Asia (particularly India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Mauritius) and Southeast Asia.
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Henna Art: |
Its scientific name is "Lawsonia inermis." It is a plant-like design for the body, and it could stay as a permanent tattoo or temporary dye that lasts for 3 weeks.
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