8 Hollywood films inspired from Indian mythology

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Oppenheimer 

Christopher Nolan film Oppenheimer follows the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the American theoretical physicist who believes in the Hindu epic Bhagvad Gita 

Avatar

Director James Cameron admitted that sci-fi blockbuster Avatar has reference to Hindu mythology. From Sanskrit link to the title, to blue skin characters

The Matrix

It is believed that the groundbreaking sci-fi action film The Matrix seeks inspiration from the concept of Maya or the metaphysical illusion

Dark Knight 

Dark Knight too has loose parallels with Hindu mythology. Batman and Lord Krishna are seen with coincidental similarities. The film is a must-watch!

Doctor Strange 

One of the favourites of Marvel, Doctor Strange draws similarities from Indian mythology, especially from Hinduism and Buddhism. It is one film you cannot miss out on!

Inception 

Christopher Nolan’s Inception highlights on the Indian philosophical elements with a cinematic narrative. The Brahma satya on illusion and reality can be seen in the film

Interstellar 

The narrative of Interstellar is very similar to the ancient Vedic concept of super-consciousness that connects the human life. It highlights on morality, purpose and faith

Watchmen 

The character Doctor Manhattan in the film Watchmen is also believed to be inspired from Lord Krishna.  Not just the blue avatar, but also for the powers he has