Bhojpuri cinema has its roots in the 1960s, when the first Bhojpuri film, "Ganga Maiyya," was released. However, it wasn't until the 1990s that the industry gained significant traction, with films like "Raja Hindustani" and "Chandan Ke Pakode." Today, Bhojpuri cinema is one of the largest film industries in India, producing over 100 films annually.