Indian cinema continues to make waves globally, and the latest celebrity to openly celebrate Bollywood and Pan-India films is 'Wednesday' star Emma Myers. The young Hollywood star, who gained international recognition for her role as Enid Sinclair in Netflix’s wildly popular series 'Wednesday,' recently stated in an interview that two of her all-time favourite movies are SS Rajamouli's 'Baahubali' saga and Aamir Khan's '3 Idiots.'
Her comments quickly grabbed attention online, with fans celebrating yet another international star openly appreciating Indian storytelling and cinema on a global platform.
Emma Myers' Love for Indian Films Goes Viral
Emma Myers was asked about films she regularly recommends to people during a recent interview while promoting upcoming projects. Many fans were taken aback when the actor named two significant Indian films. Speaking about Rajamouli’s epic fantasy saga, Myers said, "I love Baahubali. I show it to people all the time."
She also mentioned Rajkumar Hirani's '3 Idiots' as one of her favourite comfort films, adding to the growing list of international celebrities praising Indian cinema. The interview snippets rapidly went viral on social media, particularly among Indian fans who were thrilled to witness a Hollywood star discuss Indian films so passionately.
Well, both '3 Idiots' and 'Baahubali' have managed to cross language and cultural barriers over the years. Emma Myers' admiration also reflects how Indian films are increasingly finding younger global audiences through streaming platforms and online fan communities.
After portraying the vibrant and vivacious werewolf Enid Sinclair opposite Jenna Ortega on 'Wednesday,' Myers herself has emerged as one of Netflix's biggest breakout stars in recent years.
The Tim Burton-created sitcom, which debuted in 2022, became one of Netflix's most popular series ever, making Myers instantly recognizable around the globe. Since then, her fame has only increased, particularly among Gen Z audiences that participate in fan communities.
Why '3 Idiots' and 'Baahubali' Became Global Phenomena
Released in 2009, '3 Idiots' starred Aamir Khan, R Madhavan, and Sharman Joshi in a coming-of-age comedy-drama that tackled India's education system while blending humour and emotion. The Rajkumar Hirani-directed movie, went on to become one of the biggest Indian blockbusters of its day and eventually became an international cult favourite.
The film did well not only in India but also in China, Japan, South Korea, and a number of European markets, where its universal themes of friendship, pressure, and pursuing passion over success struck a deep chord with viewers.
In similar fashion, SS Rajamouli's 'Baahubali' franchise changed the perception of Indian film worldwide. 'Baahubali: The Beginning' (2015) and 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion' (2017) became enormous global hits because of their impressive visuals, expansive combat scenes, emotional narratives, and mythological world-building.
The films starring Tamannaah, Anushka Shetty, Rana Daggubati, and Prabhas were released in several languages and attracted enormous international fan bases. In particular, 'Baahubali 2' became one of the highest-grossing Indian movies ever filmed and was able to shatter a number of box office records.
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For many international viewers, 'Baahubali' served as an introduction to the scale and ambition of Indian filmmaking. With films like 'RRR,' 'Jawan,' and 'Kalki 2898 AD' reaching viewers globally through streaming and theatrical releases, interest in Indian cinema has only increased in recent years.
Indian Cinema's Global Reach Keeps Growing
Emma Myers' comments may seem simple, but they represent a much bigger cultural shift happening in entertainment. For decades, Indian films largely depended on diaspora audiences overseas. However, younger international fans are now naturally discovering Indian films through social media trends, Netflix, YouTube clips, fan edits, and streaming suggestions.
Well, Emma Myers saying she "shows Baahubali to people all the time" highlights exactly how far Indian films have travelled globally. They are no longer just regional hits—they are becoming part of mainstream global pop culture conversations.
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