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Anoushka Shankar performs her father Ravi Shankar & Philip Glass’s album Passages for only the second time in the UK Royal Philharmonic Orchestra play the UK premiere of new work from Oscar-winning film composer Rachel Portman London Symphony Orchestra showcases 19th and 20th century orchestral works conducted by the acclaimed Susanna Mälkki A birthday party for Baroque pioneer William Christie Performances from Sheku and Braimah Kanneh-Mason Brighton Festival 2025’s classical programme sees this year’s Guest Director, the Grammy-nominated musician and composer Anoushka Shankar, perform music by her father Ravi Shankar alongside Britten Sinfonia and Indian classical musicians, while Royal Philharmonic Orchestra play a brand-new piece by Rachel Portman, Oscar-winning…

Dharma Productions, Cape of Good Films, and Leo Media Collective have unveiled a groundbreaking teaser for Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh, directed by Karan Singh Tyagi. Starring Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan and Ananya Panday, this daring teaser challenges traditional formats with an unprecedented 30-second opening, featuring no visuals, no logo, and no title. Instead, it relies solely on sound to immerse audiences in the chaos and horror of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. This is not just an absence of visuals, it’s sensory storytelling at its most powerful. Gunshots, screams, and rising tension create an atmosphere so intense that it grips viewers before they even…

The much-awaited trailer of Salman Khan’s action-packed thriller Sikandar is finally here, and it’s everything fans could have hoped for and more. Directed by the renowned A.R. Murugadoss and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, the trailer promises a larger-than-life spectacle that is sure to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. With a runtime of 3 minutes and 39 seconds, the trailer introduces Salman Khan as Sikandar, a man on a mission, and sets the tone for what looks like an unforgettable cinematic experience. The trailer immediately grabs attention with high-octane action sequences, nerve-wracking dialogues, and vibrant, colorful dance numbers.…

UK Asian Film Festival – the world’s longest running South Asian film festival – has announced the Opening and Closing films and theme of its 27th edition. Running at venues across London, Leicester and Coventry from Thursday 1st – Sunday 11th May, UK Asian Film Festival is presented by Tongues on Fire and is supported by the BFI Audience Projects Fund, awarding National Lottery funding. UK Asian Film Festival is powered by broadcast partner, Lyca Radio. The UK Asian Film Festival has long been a champion of South Asian female-centric cinema and women in film, both on and off-screen. Each year, its programmes challenge patriarchal norms, spark critical…

The Filme Shilmy Awards 2025 have officially celebrated some of Hindi cinema’s most impactfulperformances, films and creative triumphs across theatrical and OTT platforms. Unlikeconventional industry awards, this editorial-led recognition prioritises artistic excellence, culturalsignificance and storytelling depth—beyond box office numbers, as well as celebrating thecommercial high-achievers.Kartik Aaryan (Chandu Champion), Kriti Sanon (Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, Do Patti),Diljit Dosanjh (Amar Singh Chamkila), and R Madhavan (Shaitaan) are among top talents tohave been recognised for their compelling portrayals, while Kabir Khan (Chandu Champion) hasbeen honoured as Best Director – Theatrical for his inspiring take on the extraordinary journey ofMurlikant Petkar, India’s…

IN UK CINEMAS ON MARCH 21ST Written and directed by award-winning British-Indian debut filmmaker, Sandhya Suri’s film, Santosh is all set to release in UK cinemas this Friday on 21st March 2025. Vertigo Releasing and Civic Studios distribute the critically acclaimed crime thriller.Starring Shahana Goswami (A Suitable Boy, Rock On!!, Midnight’s Children) and Sunita Rajwar (Gullak, Kedarnath), the film has garnered unanimous international plaudit, with 14 award nominations and seven wins including a BAFTA nomination for Outstanding Debut By A British Writer, Director Or Producer; British Independent Film Awards (BIFA) win for Best Screenplay; and recognition by the National Board of Review within the Top 10 Independent Films of the Year. The…

Sajid Nadiadwala’s Sikandar, directed by A.R. Murugadoss and starring Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna, is undoubtedly the biggest film that everyone is eagerly waiting for. While the teaser has given a glimpse into its action-packed world, its songs have perfectly kept the audience hooked. As the film’s fever continues to grip the masses, it has now taken over Kabaddi Team India & Team USA, with the makers announcing their association with the Kabaddi World Cup 2025. The USA Kabaddi Association, along with the makers of Sikandar, took to social media to share a video showcasing the teams drenched in the…

Theatre has always been a space for extraordinary talent, but few productions embrace the celebration of individuality quite like Matilda The Musical. From its story to its performers, the show thrives on the idea that being different is something to be embraced rather than shunned. This philosophy extends not only to the characters within the story but also to the creative minds that bring the production to life. One of the most distinctive aspects of Matilda is the way it showcases young talent. The role of Matilda is incredibly demanding, requiring a performer who can not only sing and dance…

First performance of Guest Director Anoushka Shankar’s new album Chapter III: We Return to Light in the UK Diverse line-up of strong female talent including Arooj Aftab, Nadine Shah and MOVES Festival Groundbreaking new immersive show from electronic artist Max Cooper Exciting new collaborations and global artists including Aruna Sairam & Ganavya, Amadou & Mariam and Seckou Keita Late-night parties with Shiva Soundsystem’s Nerm & Friends and London DJ/producer Ahadadream This year’s Guest Director, the Grammy-nominated and genre-defying musician, composer and activist Anoushka Shankar, has worked with Brighton Festival to shape an inspiring, culture-crossing contemporary music programme which centres collaboration and celebrates boldness, diversity…

After an electrifying teaser drop yesterday, finally the full song Bam Bam Bhole is out now! Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna dance on the beats of the biggest Holi track of the year, Bam Bam Bhole from Sikandar. Bringing out all the celebratory vibes, the song is a visual extravaganza, with a rap and dance-worthy composition that promises to energize us this festival of colors. Be it the teaser or the first song, Zohra Jabeen, every other asset from Sikandar has been a hit and now Bam Bam Bhole is yet another chart-topping track from the film. Packed with infectious…