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Harrison Ford in Blade Runner sequel
MUMBAI: Harrison Ford is set to appear in the sequel of Blade Runner to be directed by Ridley Scott.
The 69-year-old actor was persuaded by Scott to make a cameo appearance in the follow up to the 1982 sci-fi movie. The director believes that Ford would be an amusing addition to the upcoming film.
“I don‘‘t think it‘ll be Harrison (starring). But I‘ve got to have him in it somewhere. That‘d be amusing,” Scott said.
Scott has lined up the original Blade Runner screenwriter Hampton Fancher to pen the script for the forthcoming film that will focus on a female protagonist. “I‘ve started my first meetings on the Blade Runner sequel. We have a very good take on it. And we will definitely be featuring a female protagonist,” he added.
In the original, Ford starred as the titular character, Rick Deckard. The film also starred Daryl Hannah, Rutger Hauer and Sean Young.
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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.
