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Award-winning actress, Shabana Azmi, has received the Freedom of the City of London, in recognition of her prolific contribution to Indian cinema and as a campaigner for women’s rights.She was nominated by Alderman Alastair King DL and Deputy Brian Mooney BEM.Azmi made her debut performance in Satyajit Ray’s 1974 Ankur which quickly launched a successful acting career spanning over 140 Hindi films and 12 international productions.She has won five National Awards for Best Actress and six Filmfare Awards. This year’s UK Asian Film Festival will pay tribute to the distinctive female roles she has played over the last 50 years.Outside the world of stage and screen, she is a strong advocate…

The teaser of Ammy Virk & Sonam Bajwa’s comedy, romance entertainer Kudi Haryane Val Di (Punjabi), Chori Haryane Aali (Haryanvi) has arrived and promises a lively colourful treat for audiences all around this summer! This Jatt & Jaatni film is a first of its kind that is crossing boundaries for punjabi cinema by catering to audiences not just in punjab but the entire Jaat audiences situated in Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, UP and MP!! Which is a first of its kind for punjabi cinema! In the film Sonam Bajwa is playing a Haryanvi Jaatni, something no leading lady of Punjabi cinema…

TONGUES ON FIRE FLAME AWARD WINNERS AT CLOSING GALA UK Asian Film Festival – the world’s longest running South Asian film festival outside the Subcontinent – announced the winners of its coveted Tongues on Fire Flame Awards at the Closing Gala Ceremony of its 26th edition, on Sunday 12th May at Kiln Theatre, London. UK Asian Film Festival has historically championed South Asian female-centric cinema and women in film – both behind and in front of the camera. Its mission is to advocate and promote gender equality in cinema and its annual awards presentation further seeks to celebrate the achievements of women in cinema.The Closing Gala…

After an exclusive launch on Star Sports, the trailer of Zee Studios and Dharma Productions’ Mr. And Mrs. Mahi starring Rajkummar Rao and Janhvi Kapoor is OUT NOW! In a ground-breaking collaboration and a thrilling twist amidst the IPL madness – Zee Studios, Dharma Productions and Star Sports unveiled the first-ever glimpse of the Mr. And Mrs. Mahi trailer, exclusively on Star Sports!Starring the dynamic duo of Rajkummar Rao and Janhvi Kapoor, the trailer – out now, beautifully offers a mesmerising glimpse into a narrative brimming with dreams, aspirations and an imperfectly perfect love story of Mahendra and Mahima that will woo the audiences. Following yesterday’s captivating poster launch, the first glimpse…

An all-singing-all-dancing tale of heroes and villains – with the costumes and spectacle of a Bollywood classic, to run at Queen Elizabeth Hall from 31 July – 18 Aug PRESS NIGHT FRIDAY 2ND AUGUST https://www.southbankcentre.co.uk/whats-on/performance-dance/frankie-goes-bollywood Pre-sale ticket revenue at Watford surpasses £100K, marking a groundbreaking milestone for RIFCO. Rifco Theatre Company in partnership with Watford Palace Theatre and HOME Manchester are over the moon to announce that Frankie Goes to Bollywood, Rifco’s most spectacular and ambitious musical to date, is to transfer to The Southbank’s Queen Elizabeth Hall. The showstopper music which has just opened for its world premiere for a three-week run at Watford Palace Theatre will go on…

International megastar Akshay Kumar is all set to dazzle audiences in the upcoming film, Jolly LLB 3. Directed by Subhash Kapoor, this third installment in the successful franchise promises to be a laugh riot. Akshay Kumar took to his social media platform to announce the ‘Jolly LLB 3’ filming, through a hilarious video. Akshay captioned the video, “Ab original kaun aur duplicate kaun, yeh toh pata nahi. But this sure is going to be a jolly good ride !! Stay with us. Jai Mahakaal” In Jolly LLB 3, Akshay Kumar steps into the shoes of the quirky lawyer Jolly, known for…

Rajkummar Rao as Srikanth Bolla in Srikanth – Aa Raha Hai Sabki Aankhein Kholne has been inspiring at every level. Now celebrating the true spirit of never giving up and living life with a glass-full approach, Rajkummar Rao and the makers organized a cricket match with visually impaired kids. Supporting the team with this wonderful initiative, cricketer Zaheer Khan also joined them. This one of its kind cricket match which is captained by Rajkummar Rao, Zaheer Khan, the visually impaired players resonated deeply with the spirit of Srikanth Bolla portrayed in ‘Srikanth – Aa Raha Hai Sabki Aankhein Kholne’. Reflecting…

Production images have been released from Wise Children and the RSC’s adaptation of Hanif Kureshi’s The Buddha of Suburbia, adapted by Wise Children Artistic Director, Emma Rice, with Kureishi. The production runs at the Swan Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon in a co-production with the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) as part of Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey’s inaugural season as Co-Artistic Directors. Rice directs Dee Ahluwalia, Ankur Bahl, Raj Bajaj, Tommy Belshaw, Rina Fatania, Natasha Jayetileke, Bettrys Jones, Simon Rivers, Lucy Thackeray and Ewan Wardrop. The production opens on 30 April, with previews from 18 April, and runs until 1 June. Emma Rice, Artistic Director of Wise Children said, “I’m honoured and excited to be part of Tamara and Daniel’s inaugural season as Co-Artistic Directors at the RSC.…

Applause Entertainment’s highly anticipated series, Gandhi, is currently in production, filming across various locations under the creative helm of visionary director, Hansal Mehta. The series promises a riveting period drama, transporting audiences to Gandhi’s captivating journey. Today, the makers unveil the esteemed International cast that are poised to breathe life into pivotal roles. Enlisting an array of diverse artists, each bringing their unique talents to the forefront, the series boasts an impressive ensemble. Leading the charge is none other than Tom Felton, celebrated for his iconic portrayal in the Harry Potter series. Alongside Felton, the cast features a constellation of…

The highly anticipated film “Srikanth – Aa Raha Hai Sabki Aankhein Kholne” is out with yet another romantic song after the first one created a frenzy amongst the listeners. ‘Tumhe Hi Apna Maana Hai’, an ode to love, resilience, and unwavering support is out now! Featuring Rajkummar Rao as the visually impaired industrialist Srikanth Bolla and Alaya F as his loving wife Swati, the song captures the essence of their relationship amidst life’s trials and tribulations. Sung and composed by the talented duo Sachet & Parampara Tandon, with lyrics penned by Yogesh Dubey, ‘Tumhe Hi Apna Maana Hai’ resonates with…