International
Jolie, Pitt visit war-ravaged people of Bosnia
MUMBAI: Intending to spotlight the plight of 117,000 people who have not able to return to their homes, even though the Bosnian war ended 15 years ago, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt visited Bosnia on Monday.
The two arrived on Sunday evening but evaded the spotlight themselves and neither there were any reported media sightings of the celebrity couple.
Jolie, who has been a UNHCR ambassador since 2001 will visit projects meant to help Bosnians who cannot return home either because their homes have not been rebuilt or the infrastructure in their villages has not been repaired.
Around 7,000 people live in dozens of refugee centers throughout the country. While the other 110,000 live primarily with relatives or in rented housing.
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.
