Countdown to Diwali with Hoopla  

Diwali 2025 is Monday, October 20. Say Happy Diwali with stories that light up your screen! This Diwali holiday, explore Hoopla’s free collection of eBooks, movies, and audiobooks that capture the Diwali festival spirit. Find kids’ books about Diwali meaning and planning a Diwali celebration with fun movies that celebrate Indian culture. 

Explore Diwali Lights and Traditions in eBooks for Kids 

Binny’s Diwali by Thrity Umrigar 

Binny can’t wait to share her favorite holiday with her class—but finding the right words isn’t easy. Slowly, she describes bright fireworks lighting up the sky, sweet treats like pedas and jalebis, and the soft glow of diyas that make everyone in the room smile in wonder.

Happy Diwali! by Various Authors 

Join Peppa Pig and her family as they discover the joy of Diwali, the Festival of Lights! With festive outfits, delicious food, and a fun-filled celebration, it’s a day to remember. Includes Diwali facts to learn even more about the holiday.  

Crayola® Diwali Colors by Mari C. Schuh 

From glowing diyas to intricate henna and vibrant rangoli, Diwali is a festival bursting with color! Discover the bright, beautiful world of Diwali through stunning photos and fun, easy-to-read text. Includes a list of Crayola® colors featured in the book. 

 

Diwali by Sital Gorasia Chapman 

Come celebrate with Sonali and her brother Jay! Help them create colorful rangoli, cook festive dishes with their nani and nana, and deliver sweets and presents to friends and family. It’s a joyful journey filled with tradition, tasty treats, and togetherness! 

Diwali in My New Home by Shachi Kaushik 

Priya enjoys celebrating Diwali with fireworks, family, and festive traditions. But now living in the US, the holiday feels unfamiliar and lonely. As she decorates her home with lights and colorful rangoli, Priya shares the spirit of Diwali with her neighbors—proving that new places can still hold old joys. 

Audiobooks About Diwali 

Ganesha’s Great Race by Sanjay Patel and read by Varun Sathi 

When Kartikeya dares him to race around the world, Ganesha knows he’ll have to outthink—not outrun—his speedy brother. This clever twist on a classic tale celebrates sibling rivalry, family love, and the power of wisdom over strength in a story filled with heart, humor, and one very special mango. 

Once Upon a Diwali by Anita Mishra and read by Sneha Mathan 

Riya looks forward to Diwali’s delicious sweets—but not the booming fireworks or dark skies. Can she find courage and enjoy the celebration with her family? Told as a gentle bedtime tale, this story introduces young readers to Diwali’s origins and its message of light, love, and bravery. 

Movies Set in India 

Jab We Met (2007) 

Aditya (Shahid Kapoor), a wealthy man reeling from heartbreak, boards a train with no destination in mind. There he crosses paths with Geet (Kareena Kapoor Khan)—a lively, free-spirited woman determined to run away with her boyfriend. What begins as a chance encounter soon entangles him in her whirlwind world, changing both their lives forever. In Hindi with English subtitles. 

Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004) 

After a breakup caused by his fiery temper, Sameer (Salman Khan) relocates to Goa for a fresh start. While managing a beach house, he falls for his charming neighbor Rani (Priyanka Chopra)—only to clash with her strict father and face unexpected rivalry from his mischievous roommate Sanny (Akshay Kumar), who has romantic plans of his own. In Hindi with English subtitles. 

Fire in the Mountains (2022) 

A determined woman (Vinamrata Rai) fights for her livelihood amid stifling patriarchy, crumbling infrastructure, and deep-rooted superstitions. Clever and relentless, she hustles to outsmart corruption, care for her ailing son, and stay afloat. But as pressures mount, her fierce resilience teeters on the edge—toward victory, breakdown, or something in between. In Hindi with English subtitles. 

Hotel Salvation (Mukti Bhawan, 2017) 

When 77-year-old Daya (Lalit Behl) insists on traveling to Varanasi to seek salvation, his son Rajiv (Adil Hussain) reluctantly accompanies him, leaving his own life behind. As Daya embraces the final chapter with unexpected joy and companionship, Rajiv wrestles with the tension between duty to his father and responsibilities waiting back home. In Hindi with English subtitles. 

Happy Diwali! 

From colorful Diwali lights to festive foods and romantic tales, discover what makes this celebration so special. Start your Diwali countdown with joy, learning, and entertainment—all free on Hoopla with your library card. 

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