Explore documentaries on OTT that highlight how faith and devotion influence and shape a culture
From The City of Ganpati to The Ganges with Sue Perkins, and more. Catch these documentaries and docu-series on Discovery+ that delve into Indian culture and people's deep faith and devotion
Documentaries on faith and devotion
Last Updated: 06.07 PM, Aug 28, 2025
Discovery+ brings a vast collection of documentaries that dive into the heart of India's diverse culture and people's beliefs, exploring how the unwavering faith and profound devotion have shaped the nation and made it one of the world's most culturally unique places. From The City of Ganpati to The Ganges with Sue Perkins, it will be a joyful and enlightening journey into the stories and traditions that have interesting stories to tell. You can watch these Discovery+ documentaries through OTTplay Premium now.
Devotional and spiritual documentaries:
This docu-series explores the grandeur and spectacles of Mumbai's biggest festival Ganeshotsav, and its central role in the city's culture and identity. The show features the Siddhivinayak Temple, while showcasing the festival's communal spirit and historical significance as a unifying cultural event. It also includes expert perspectives, and mythological insights from Devdutt Pattanaik.
Comedian Sue Perkins travels the length of the Ganges River, from the Himalayas to West Bengal, exploring the river's crucial role in modern India and the challenges it faces. The docu-series seeks to cover topics such as India's spiritual heart in Varanasi, the effects of modernization, climate change, pollution, and the lives of people along the river. Perkins explores the nature of the river, including its importance in the Hindu religion, rituals, and funeral practices in cities where Ganges flows.
This 3-part documentary show is about author Amish Tripathi exploring how the epic story of Ramayana travels across India and Sri Lanka, combining geological evidence, local folklore, and scientific perspectives with the mythical stories to understand their potential reality and enduring impact. The series follows Tripathi's retracing Lord Rama's 5,000-kilometer journey, highlighting the cultures, landscapes, and philosophies.
This documentary covers the 9-day Navratri festival culminating in Maha Shivratri at the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain. It also focuses on the temple's role as a Jyotirlinga, its ancient astronomical importance, unique rituals like the pre-dawn Bhasma Aarti, and the Mahashivratri festival, all framed within the history and myths of the city. The documentary covers the beliefs, mysticism, and science tied to the temple and its Lord.
This documentary explores the spiritual, cultural, and historical significance of the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Tamil Nadu, particularly focusing on the grandeur of the annual Chithirai Festival. It combines stories with stunning visuals to provide a behind-the-scenes picture of the festival, showcasing the temple's architecture, logistics, the divine marriage of Meenakshi and Sundareshwar, and the broader cultural traditions of South India.
FAQs:
Q. Where to watch documentaries on India's culture?
A. Documentaries on India's diverse culture you can watch on Discovery+ (OTTplay Premium).
Q. Does Discovery+ have documentaries?
A. Hundreds of documentaries on various topics like true crime, devotional, cultural, hidden mystries, heists, technology are available on Discovery+ (OTTplay Premium).
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