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Five Indian films with a Kashmiri connect

Five Indian films with a Kashmiri connect

July 6, 2017

Kashmir, a space associated with strife and conflict has always captured the imaginations of Indian cinema.

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How did two French brothers inspire Indians to cinema?

How did two French brothers inspire Indians to cin...

July 5, 2017

Cinema they say was born in Paris and the Lumiere Brothers, known as the pioneers of motion pictures, arrived in India right after their 50-second film 'The Arrival of a Train' created waves in 1895, first in Paris and then in India.

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Phullu – a film to stop period shaming in India

Phullu – a film to stop period shaming in In...

June 19, 2017

‘Phullu’ is a Bollywood film that strives to educate the Indian public about menstruation and the proper hygienic treatment of periods, a subject that is considered a taboo by many Indians. However, handed an Adult (A) rating by the Central Board of Film Certification, the fi...

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Five promising female filmmakers of India

Five promising female filmmakers of India

June 17, 2017

There are a number of 'wonder women' in Indian cinema who are donning the hat of the director with poise. Here is a list of five female filmmakers who are making waves in India and abroad attracting audience attention and critical acclaims.

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Le Lido de Paris

Le Lido de Paris

June 15, 2017

Known for its fascinating dancers, singers and musicians, the historic Lido Parisian cabaret created in 1946, has covered a beautiful journey since then. From cultural to modern concepts, the audience has always appreciated the variations over the years. However, the show is not ...

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GST to cripple regional film industry in India

GST to cripple regional film industry in India

June 7, 2017

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) slated to come in effect from July 1 puts cinema in the sinful category of fixed 28 pc similar to racing, betting, and casinos. The future of the regional film industries and small or medium services connected to cinema as a whole is allegedly at ...

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A Death in the Gunj – movie review

A Death in the Gunj – movie review

June 3, 2017

The nuances that once captivated the heart and mind of cinema lovers around the world was perhaps the identification of vulnerability in human emotions. Konkona Sen Sharma’s A Death in the Gunj rediscovers it for those who still care for the art of cinema.

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London Indian Film Festival to promote Indo-UK ties

London Indian Film Festival to promote Indo-UK tie...

June 3, 2017

Taking part in the ongoing UK-India Year of Culture, the annual London Indian Film Festival is set to showcase Indian cinema in London.

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Behen Hogi Teri’s Poster War

Behen Hogi Teri’s Poster War

May 31, 2017

Debutant director Ajay K Pannalal and producer Tony D’Souza were arrested for hurting religious sentiments amidst the buzz surrounding the release of their film Behen Hogi Teri. The bone of contention was regarding a digital poster that was shared on social media by the fi...

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Top Indian stories from Cannes Film Festival 2017

Top Indian stories from Cannes Film Festival 2017

May 22, 2017

As the 70th year of Cannes Film Festival celebrates cinema and charm once again, Indian films and personas made their presence noteworthy at the French Riviera. Red carpet strides, screenings, poster launch, fashion, gossips and more – let’s look at the most significant ones ...

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