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From comedies and drama to reality and documentaries, there’s a huge range of shows made by those with South Asian heritage. Keep reading to find out what you should be watching.

The Mindy Project

Irreverent sitcom starring and created by Mindy Kaling. Dr Mindy Lahiri is an Ob-Gyn doctor who attempts to balance her demanding job with her search for the perfect guy.

Watch now on ITVX

We are Lady Parts

Nida Manzoor's anarchic music comedy about a Muslim female punk band - called Lady Parts - who are on a mission to find a lead guitarist and maybe, just maybe, get a proper gig.

Watch now on Channel 4

Avoidance

Newly separated Jonathan has no home, no friends and no ambition. Can a slightly useless single dad find some much-needed backbone? Warm-hearted comedy with Romesh Ranganthan.

Watch now on BBC iPlayer

Man Like Mobeen

All Mobeen wants to do is follow his faith, lead a good life and keep his little sister on track. But with his dodgy past chasing him, can he stay on the right side of wrong?

Watch now on BBC iPlayer

Meet the Khans: Big in Bolton

World boxing champion Amir Khan and influencer wife Faryal open the doors to their crazy, fabulous family life in their beloved Bolton and dazzling Dubai.

Watch now on BBC iPlayer

Bend it like Bollywood

Bend it like Bollywood - BBC iPlayer

 

Gender non-conforming dancer Vinay believes you don’t have to be restricted by gender. He tackles it with friends and family and tries to put on an event to change his life forever.

Watch now on BBC iPlayer

The Great Indian Cricket Dream

The Great Indian Cricket Dream - BBC iPlayer

 

As India celebrates 75 years of Independence, BBC Sport explores the nation's deep obsession with cricket.

Watch now on BBC iPlayer

Tan France: Beauty and the Bleach

Tan France sets out to unearth the truth about colourism, where you are judged not only on the colour of your skin but by the shade of it, and its impact on people worldwide.

Watch now on BBC iPlayer

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