Bollywood Academy
Starlet Rivals (2022)
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Twelve-year-old Bela has always dreamed about becoming a famous Bollywood star, and now the opportunity might finally be within her grasp.
When a reality TV show gives her the chance to dance in front of the nation, she knows that she is performing for a place at the most prestigious stage school in Mumbai.
Can Bela win the Dance Starz competition to score a place at the Bollywood Academy and move one step closer to her dreams of stardom? And will child star Monica, the most in girl at school, see her as a friend or a rival?
Illustrations: Jen Khatun
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Melody Queen (2023)
Available in June 2023
12-year-old Simi’s life is set. First: graduate from the Bollywood Academy, school to future stars. Second: become a mega-famous actor, just like her showbiz dad.
There’s only one problem: Simi would rather make music than act, and music is a profession dominated by men.
Can Simi navigate the gender barriers of the industry to prove she has what it takes to become Bollywood’s next big music producer?
A story of passion for music and courage in the face of overwhelming odds, this second book in the dazzling world of the Bollywood Academy is sure to get your toes tapping and head bopping to Simi’s beat.
Available 2023