How to Be Indie

How to Be Indie (2009-2011)

EndedScripted showComedy, Family

The program follows Indie's journey as she tries to get the most out of life despite the travails of junior high school and her "strict" Indian parents. She is joined by her two best friends Marlon Parks and Abigail "Abi" Flores. She often falls into the trap of caring more about what her peers think of her than who she wants to be herself, and consequently spends a lot of time trying to impress her classmates. When not focussing on Indie, the show focusses on Marlon and Abi. A given episode will usually show Marlon's quirky antics getting him into a troublesome situation. Abi will have to help extricate him, which she willingly does, feeling pity on him. Sometimes, however, they swap roles as Marlon tries to play it cool.

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ScheduleMonday to Friday (daily) at 18:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

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S02E26How to Get Smoochedoct. 24, 2011
S02E25How to Have a Movie Magic Vacationoct. 21, 2011
S02E24How to Clean Up at Stand Upoct. 20, 2011
S02E23How to Fake Your Way Through a Freaky Formaloct. 19, 2011
S02E22How to Bend the Rulesoct. 18, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'How to Be Indie' premiere?

'How to Be Indie' premiered on October 4, 2009.

Who created the TV show 'How to Be Indie'?

'How to Be Indie' was created by Vera Santamaria.

Where is the TV show 'How to Be Indie' set?

'How to Be Indie' is set in Toronto, Canada.

What is the genre of the TV show 'How to Be Indie'?

'How to Be Indie' is a comedy-drama series.

Who plays the lead character in 'How to Be Indie'?

Melinda Shankar plays the lead character, Indira "Indie" Mehta, in 'How to Be Indie'.

What is the premise of the TV show 'How to Be Indie'?

'How to Be Indie' follows the life of Indie, a 13-year-old girl who tries to balance her Indian heritage with her Canadian lifestyle.

How many episodes were produced for 'How to Be Indie'?

'How to Be Indie' had a total of 65 episodes.

Who are Indie's best friends in the TV show 'How to Be Indie'?

Indie's best friends in 'How to Be Indie' are Marlon Parks and Abigail "Abi" Flores.

What is the name of Indie's crush in 'How to Be Indie'?

Indie's crush in 'How to Be Indie' is named Chad McKinley.

Which TV network aired 'How to Be Indie'?

'How to Be Indie' aired on YTV.

How long is each episode of 'How to Be Indie'?

Each episode of 'How to Be Indie' has a runtime of approximately 23 minutes.

What are some recurring themes in 'How to Be Indie'?

Some recurring themes in 'How to Be Indie' include friendship, family, cultural identity, and self-discovery.

Who are some of the supporting characters in 'How to Be Indie'?

Some of the supporting characters in 'How to Be Indie' include Chandra Mehta (Indie's mother), Rajeet Mehta (Indie's father), and Dwayne Mehta (Indie's younger brother).

Was 'How to Be Indie' critically acclaimed?

'How to Be Indie' received positive reviews from critics, praising its relatable characters and humor.

Did 'How to Be Indie' receive any awards or nominations?

'How to Be Indie' was nominated for multiple awards, including a Canadian Screen Award for Best Children's or Youth Fiction Program or Series.

What are some other notable TV shows created by Vera Santamaria?

Vera Santamaria also created the TV shows 'My Babysitter's a Vampire' and 'The Next Step'.

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