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Fans of ‘Sherlock Holmes’ get a blog
MUMBAI: A new blog that has been opened for Sherlock Holmes fans is keeping them updated on the latest news about the new Sherlock Holmes film set for a Christmas release.
Featuring movie trailers, film stills, reviews and more the site that gives information about Guy Ritchie‘s 2009 Sherlock Holmes film starring Robert Downey as Sherlock Holmes and Jude Law as Dr. John Watson.
Said Anne Mitchell, the website developer and a Sherlock Holmes fan, “Although www.thesherlockholmesmovie.com i features the new Sherlock Holmes film, it has been built to celebrate Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson from 1887 to the present.
“He is still popular over 100 years later, so popular that they‘ve made a new movie based on his character. That is pretty remarkable I think. I want to share my love of all things Sherlockian on this website.”
There have been over 200 Sherlock Holmes films made so far. This new Sherlock Holmes movie is based on a story by Lionel Wigram, inspired by the classic tales of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and promises to bring the legendary detective to life as he has never been seen before.
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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.
