International
Oprah Winfrey tops Forbes top rich list
MUMBAI: Raking in $ 315 million from her media empire, talk show queen Oprah Winfrey has emerged as the highest earning female in Hollywood in the Forbes list. The TV mogul toppled singing sensations like Beyonce Knowles, Lady Gaga and Madonna to top the rich list.
She had earned a whopping amount from her own chat show and magazine between June 2009 and June 2010. Winfrey, 56, earned enough money compared to other stars in the top five put together.
Beyonce grabbed the second place with USD 89 million, Britney Spears came third banking $ 65 million, fourth place went to Gaga who has earned $ 64 million and Madonna ranked fifth with $ 59.9 million.
Miley Cyrus and country star Taylor Swift also made it to the top 10 with TV host Judge Judy ranking 10th.
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.
