Indian woman, 42, from New Delhi. A real Indian English speaker, the way educated urban Indians naturally speak English in daily life, with a clear Hindi-influenced Indian accent. Not American, not British, and not an exaggerated or comedic Indian accent. Indian rhythm and melody: even, syllable-timed pacing, full vowels, soft tapped r sounds, and natural Indian intonation. Warm, rounded mid pitch, gentle and even, like a mother talking quietly so she doesn't wake her sleeping child. Relaxed, understated delivery with natural, even stress across words. Practical, affectionate, a little teasing. Naturalistic performance for an Indian feature film.
[whisper] Shhh. My little one is sleeping. [normal] He was up all night playing with his blocks, you know. I don't know where he gets his energy from! He takes after his father, I think. [affectionate] But still, he's so sweet when he's sleeping, isn't he? [gentle laugh] Just don't tell him I said that.