Are Khatris Kshatriyas?

According to Scott Cameron Levi, Khatris were considered to be Kshatriyas, the second-highest varna in the Indian social hierarchy, below only the Brahmans despite their participation in occupations similar to those of the Bania communities.

What caste is Anand?

In the southern states it is only a given name, but has come to be used as a family name among South Indians in the U.S. It is also a Hindu (Khatri) and Sikh name based on the name of a clan in the Khatri community, probably derived from the name of the founder of the clan.

Is Bollywood mostly dominated by Punjabi Khatris?

(This answer may trigger some people) From what I have noticed that Bollywood is mostly dominated by Punjabi Khatris. Now Bollywood doesn’t favour typical Indian face that is round face and darker skin. One must have west-asian/European phenotypes on his or her face to get into bollywood.

Why are there so many Punjabi actors in Bollywood?

The reason is because many Punjabis are good looking and have nice acting skills. But we also have great actors from other states also. There are nice looking and good actors from all the corners of India. I am Punjabi and I also observed that Punjabis are high in number in Bollywood.

What are the features of Punjabi people?

Punjabis usually have straight high noses, an oval face and angular jawline. Most of them are tall. All of these things are considered good. People from Haryana are also good looking but Haryanvis are very conservative compared to Punjabis so they are not too keen to join the film industry.

What is the difference between Punjabi and Haryana?

Punjabis usually have straight high noses, an oval face and angular jawline. Most of them are tall. All of these things are considered good. People from Haryana are also good looking but Haryanvis are very conservative compared to Punjabis so they are not too keen to join the film industry. What about Kashmiris?