International
Christie ties up with Cameron’s Lighstorm Ent
MUMBAI: Christie, that offers world-class projection displays and visualization solutions for any type of content has signed five-year agreement with James Cameron‘s Lightstorm Entertainment to exchange research, testing, development and technical support on the industry‘s new technology.
The initiative has been taken to accelerate the development and adoption of next-generation 3D digital cinema. The cooperation between two of Hollywood‘s digital cinema powerhouses opens up a new chapter on how films will be made and shown in theatres.
“Lightstorm is committed to realizing the potential of 3D and high frame rate technology to f immerse audiences in the world of movie. This alliance promises to spark a new wave of excitement, creativity, and innovation in film-making,” said Christie Entertainment Solutions division vice president Craig Sholder.
Christie will supply the latest Solaria Series of 3D-capable projectors, ongoing access to research and development on 3D, and input into Lightstorm‘s mission-critical engineering related to 3D and high frame rate innovation.
It will also assist in outfitting Cameron‘s new production facilities, including two screening rooms that will serve as virtual production sites for the next two instalments of Avatar.
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.
