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Zack Snyder directing next Superman
MUMBAI: Zack Snyder, known for his films like 300 and Watchmen has been chosen to direct the next edition of Superman that is being produced by Christopher Nolan for Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures.
Snyder, who directed “300” and “Watchmen,” had been on the list of helmers ensconced in meetings with
Here it may me noted that executives of Nolan and Warners have been in talks with directors like Darren Aronofsky, Ben Affleck, Matt Reeves and Tony Scott.
It is also interesting that despite grossing $200 million domestically, Superman Returns was considered a disappointment.
Goyer is writing the script, which, like Superman Returns is said to have a connection to Richard Donner‘s Superman films. Nolan is producing the film with his wife and producing partner Emma Thomas, along with Charles Roven and Deborah Snyder, Zack Snyder‘s wife and partner.
Snyder had made his animated feature debut with Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga‘Hoole. The film opened softly but is generating strong word-of-mouth having fallen only 32 per cent in its second weekend.
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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.
