Instagram’s Year-in-Review 2024 showcases the immense creativity that flourished in India, with regional music, trending Indian styles, and global collaborations capturing the spotlight.

Indian artists like Diljit Dosanjh, King and Harsh Likhari teamed up with international stars, bringing Indian talent to the global stage. Notable collaborations included Diljit Dosanjh with American rapper Saweetie for Khutti and King with Nick Jonas for Maan Meri Jaan.

These partnerships highlighted the universal language of music, while global trends like the Asoka makeup look and Bollywood-inspired lip-syncs made waves in countries like Indonesia, Japan, and Nigeria, demonstrating how the world is embracing all things desi.

Year 2024 saw regional music play a pivotal role in driving engagement. Tracks like ‘Jale 2’ (Haryanvi), ‘Ve Haaniyaan’ (Punjabi), and ‘Gulabi Sadi’ (Marathi) fueled creative explosions, each amassing millions of Reels. Other hits such as ‘Tauba Tauba’ from Bad Newz and ‘Nadaaniyan’ by Akshath Acharya also captured widespread attention.

Entertainment in 2024 was a blend of nostalgia and fresh hits. Movies like ‘Rockstar’ and ‘Laila Majnu’ were re-released, bringing back fond memories for fans. Meanwhile, shows like ‘Mirzapur’ (Season 3) and ‘Panchayat’ captivated audiences with their gripping storylines. ‘Laapataa Ladies’ garnered attention with its talent and Oscar entry, while evergreen memes from ‘Hera Pheri’ continued to entertain.

India’s sports enthusiasm reached new heights in 2024, as the nation celebrated multiple wins. The Indian cricket team’s victory in the T20 World Cup, Manu Bhaker and Neeraj Chopra’s Olympic achievements, apart from RCB’s Women’s Premier League triumph, were majorhighlights.