International
Imax, Paramount and Marvel set to release Thor
MUMBAI: Imax Corporation, Paramount Pictures and Marvel Entertainment have got together to release the superhero adventure film Thor in digital Imax theatres worldwide day-and-date on 6 May.
The film, based on the well-known Marvel comic book is directed by Kenneth Branagh and stars Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman and Anthony Hopkins among others.
The release marks the continuation of the partnership between Imax, Paramount and Marvel.
Says Marvel Studios COO Tim Connors, “We‘re excited to continue our relationship with Imax following the success we shared on Iron Man 2, and we look forward to fans experiencing the thrill of Thor in the immersive Imax 3D format.”
“Bringing iconic characters to life is something that Marvel Entertainment and Paramount do very well, and we‘re confident that Thor will also come to life on the Imax screenplay. This highly-anticipated summer title is tailor-made for the Imax audience,” said Imax CEO Richard L. Gelfond.
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.
