International
Warner Bros plotting Hangover III
MUMBAI: In just less than a week, Warner Bros’ Hangover II is making record breaking collections. An opening weekend collection of $200 million has encouraged the makers to start working on Hangover III. Apparently, work has begun on the third installment of the movie, with everything still at the idea level.
Yet again, Todd Phillips will direct part III and Craig Mazinare will write the story. The final cast, however, has still not been locked in.
The structure of the film will be very different; it won’t be about a forgotten night or wedding. There will be a lot of changes in the storyline and the location too.
Although there are hurdles that have to be dealt with, this comedy which resulted in immediate success and super box office collection has a lot more to offer to its audience.
Even though Hangover II is still fresh in the minds of the audience, there will be a lot of hope, anticipation and expectations from the third part because of the record its ancestors have held in the past.
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.
