International
IFFLA announces 2010 line-up of films
MUMBAI: The Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA) has come out with the 2010 line-up of films of its 8th annual festival that runs from 20 to 25 April.
Kicking off the festival would be the directorial debut of Dilip Mehta‘s Cooking With Stella starring Seema Biswas, Lisa Ray, and Don McKellar. Bollywood By Night returns with the screenings of 3 Idiots, Kaminey and the newly re-mastered print of Ashes To Ashes (Raakh), the film that launched Aamir Khan. 3 Idiots also stars Aamir Khan, while Kaminey that highlights on mistaken identity stars Shahid Kapoor.
Said IFFLA‘s Executive Director Christina Marouda, “This is a true celebration of the art and business of Indian film and culture as well as an opportunity to connect with the game changers and emerging filmmakers of Indian themed content.
“As filmmakers of Indian descent forge new relationships in Hollywood, we invite moviegoers and industry professionals to experience our unique and wide ranging program which includes thought-provoking dramas, engaging documentaries, along with a touch of light hearted fare and a taste of Bollywood.”
The festival will close with a Gala event featuring the Australian film The Waiting City directed by Claire McCarthy starring Radha Mitchell, Joel Edgerton and Samrat Chakrabarti. McCarthy, Mitchell and Chakrabarti.
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.
