What’s in a name, if we can’t make it ‘ours’? Indians and their delicious dialect of food

A viral video of a boy mispronouncing ‘croissant’ as ‘prashant’ sparked a humorous trend, with Britannia even renaming its product. This highlights a common phenomenon in India where foreign food names are often adapted, reflecting a unique way of embracing new cuisines. Similarly, regional Indian dishes also face pronunciation variations, showcasing a blend of linguistic adaptation and cultural engagement.