The average Indian lifestyle is governed by Forwards.
Content Strategy: Create content for the forward. Infographics that look like WhatsApp forwards (high contrast, text heavy, slightly gaudy) ironically get the highest retention among Indian millennials and Gen X.
Indians listen while they cook, commute, or pray. Your content must have a rich audio layer:
For decades, "depression" was a Western concept. Modern Indian lifestyle content is creating safe spaces to discuss:
If you want to understand modern India, watch the 6 PM to 8 PM window. This is the hour of Jugaad (a unique Hindi word meaning 'frugal innovation' or 'getting things done the messy way').
Lifestyle Content Tip: Capture Jugaad. It is the most relatable Indian content. How to unclog a drain with a wire hanger. How to ripen mangoes in a rice bin. These hacks get more shares than a Michelin star recipe.