International
Richard Kelly to make a thriller titled Corpus Christi
MUMBAI: Richard Kelly, known for films like Donnie Darko and The Box will soon begin shooting his next film Corpus Christi, a thriller set in the Coastal Bend.
But it is not clear whether Darko Entertainment will shoot film in Corpus Christi is not known. The film is in the pre-production stage right. The production house has teamed up with Eli Roth (director of Hostel) to produce the film that is the story about a mentally unstable Iraq War veteran and a strange friendship he has with his boss who owns a supermarket chain as well has a political ambition.
The casting is nearing completion and lead roles are expected to be announced next month. The shooting will begin on location in July. However, officials of the Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce said that though they are excited at the prospect of it shooting here, they knew nothing more than that.
Several films have been shot at Corpus Christi including The Legend of Billie Jean, Selena, Pearl Harbor and The Open Road.
International
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.
