The report highlights the intricate relationship between cinema and real-life events, especially in the subcontinental context. Films often influence fashion trends, social behaviours, and even criminal activities. It draws parallels between Bollywood movies and actual incidents in Jammu and Kashmir, showcasing how on-screen narratives sometimes mirror the region's reality. The examples range from fashion trends inspired by movie characters to elaborate cons mirroring cinematic plots, as well as cases of gruesome violence, deception, drug abuse, acid attacks, heists, and domestic violence. The report underscores the interplay between reel and real, shedding light on the impact of cinema on society.