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James Bond’s next to hit screens in October 2012
MUMBAI: James Bond fans can finally rejoice. October 2012 will see the return of the most iconic agent with a license to kill. And Daniel Craig will be back with the next 007 instalment after staying away from the screen for around four years.
MGM and Sony Pictures have finally announced the release of the 23 James Bond film with Craig’s return for his third stint in the yet-untitled film. The audiences who have been eagerly awaiting this thriller will see the traditional London premiere on 26 October at the Odeon Leicester Square, before opening in the US on 9 November.
Craig, the 46-year-old British actor who won praises for his performance in Casino Royale that made $599 million and Quantum of Solace that generated $577 million worldwide, is in a contract to star in two more Bond films.
Quantum of Solace was directed by Marc Forster. But the new film will be directed by Sam Mendes, the director of Revolutionary Road and American Beauty for which he won an Oscar. Roger Deakins will take over cinematography.
As for the cast of the film, while Dame Judi Dench will reprise her role as M, Ralph Fiennes and Javier Bardem are learnt to be a part of the film.
It is also believed that Israeli model Esti Ginzburg is being considered as the next Bond girl.
The first James Bond Film starring Sean Connery was released on 5 October 1962 and the upcoming Bond film is also slated to release in October which will be the 50 anniversary of the franchise.
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Russia-India cinematic spectacle Persimmon of My Love set for grand Moscow debut
Hindi cinema style musical revives Indo-Soviet cinema ties for today
MUMBAI: A new chapter in cross-border storytelling is set to unfold as Persimmon of My Love gears up for its premiere in Moscow on 1 April 2026, marking the first large-scale cinematic collaboration between Russia and India in decades.
Positioned as a modern nod to the cultural exchange that once brought Indian classics to Soviet audiences, the film blends Hindi cinema flair with Russian storytelling, aiming to rekindle a long-standing cinematic friendship.
Directed by Marius Weisberg, the musical comedy follows two brothers navigating a lively world of music, family and romance. The lead roles are played by Demis Karibidis and Mikhail Galustyan, with Karibidis also contributing as a screenwriter.
Shot entirely in India, the production leans heavily into Hindi cinema style spectacle. Filming took place across Mumbai studios and the cities of Udaipur and Jodhpur, whose architecture was used to create the fictional setting of Khurmada. A crew of over 350 worked on the project, with large-scale sequences featuring up to 1,000 extras.
The film also brings Indian creative talent into the mix. Dance sequences are choreographed by Jay Kumar, while music by Zurab Matua features songs in both Hindi and Russian, adding to its cross-cultural appeal.
Backed by TNT channel, MyWayStudio and the Russian Cinema Fund, the project reflects a broader push to strengthen cultural ties between the two countries.
With its mix of colour, comedy and cross-border collaboration, Persimmon of My Love is not just a film release but a reminder that cinema, much like music, travels well across borders.
