Hindi is an Indo-Aryan language primarily spoken in India and is one of the official languages of the country. It is written in the Devanagari script and has a rich literary tradition, encompassing poetry, prose, and modern media. With over 500 million speakers, Hindi is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. It serves as a lingua franca in many regions of India, facilitating communication among diverse linguistic communities. Hindi is also recognized for its influence on popular culture, especially in Bollywood films and music.