This Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebrates the cultures, traditions and stories of the Asian and Pacific Islander communities with Google. And get to know the creators who weave their heritage into their work.
Meet the man behind the music
Born in India and raised in the US, genre-defying singer-songwriter Talwiinder built a cross-continental fan base by blending her Punjabi roots with modern electric and R&B music.
For the music video for his latest track, ”Dil Mera Part 2,” Talwiinder wanted to match the song’s transgressive energy, marrying his innovative sound with a medieval aesthetic. As part of our recent Google Flow collaboration, Talwiinder and filmmaker Bowdhitya bridged the gap between fantasy and reality by using Flow to bring intricate sequences of water and fire to life.
The result was breathtaking. “Some of the pictures and details are just amazing,” Talwiinder said. “Especially when the character goes and the fire and the water, the crispness, the detail is next level.”
See their AI-powered artistry in action in the full music video and go behind the scenes to learn how it was made.
Recognize communities throughout the month (and year)
Here are other ways to immerse yourself in Asian and Pacific cultures across our products:
- Celebrate the energy of K-pop: On May 7, check out the Google Doodle that highlights how the artistry and energy of K-pop dance connects fans around the world.
- Discover your next read in Google Play: Find special in-app events celebrating the month and explore curated reading lists highlighting Asian-American authors and their favorite books: Fonda Lee’s Reading List. Vaishnavi Patel’s Reading List. Kylie Lee Baker’s Reading List.
- Find your next favorite show on Google TV: Go to Google TV for curated collections of TV shows and movies – including K-dramas and anime – many of which will be available to watch for free with ads.
- Hear from your favorite creators with YouTube: Follow YouTube’s official channels – X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Shorts – for stories and features from influential Asian and Pasifika creators and artists.
- Update your background on Google Meet: You can use a new virtual background inspired by Asian-American culture on your next video call.
Even after the month is over, use Search and Google Maps to find and support Asian-owned businesses, explore Asian American and Pasifika stories on the Google Arts & Culture hub, and update your Chrome with art from the Asian & Pacific Islander Artists Series.