International
Dallas fest announces first 12 films for screening
MUMBAI: The Dallas International Film Festival has announced the first twelve films that will screen in this year‘s edition of the festival. This includes four world premieres and one US premiere.
Of the three films been set for its ‘Texas Competition‘, two films are in its ‘Family Friendly‘ section and a film selected for the ‘India Spotlight‘ series.
The twelve official selections include the action film Blood Of Eagles, Cooper & the Castle Hills Gang again an action-packed film, Elevate, dark comedy Lucky, Dhobi Ghat, Ok Buckaroos, The Oregonian, The Perfect Game, Rainbow Ends, Surrogate Valentine, Travelling, Wild Horse and Wild Ride.
This year‘s fest presented by Cadillac will be dedicated to founder and Chairman Emeritus, Liener Temerlin.
The Dallas Festival will run from 31 March to 10 April.
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.
