International
Jack Black hints at Kung Fu Panda 4 triumph: ‘Possibly the Best Yet’
Mumbai: PVR INOX continues to bring international cinema closer to movie buffs across India with exciting initiatives. The cinema chain deputed well-known film critic Sucharita Tyagi to interview the cast and crews of Kung Fu Panda 4 in Los Angeles. The interview featuring the charismatic actor Jack Black, who has voiced “Po” from Kung Fu Panda is now available on PVR’s and INOX’s YouTube channels.
At the premiere of Kung Fu Panda 4, the atmosphere buzzed with joyous applause and enthusiastic cheers from the audience. When asked about Kung Fu Panda 4 being better than its predecessor, Jack Black responded, “I think it might be the best Kung Fu Panda. The laughs were coming strong. We were killing it, and James Hong and Bryan Cranston were killing me the most. I was dying. Judging from the audience reaction, we were getting tons of laughs.”
Kung Fu Panda 4 is the latest installment where Po juggles two challenges: becoming the spiritual leader of the Valley of Peace and finding a new Dragon Warrior. However, when a powerful shape-shifting sorceress sets her eyes on his staff of wisdom, he suddenly realizes he is going to need some help. Teaming up with a quick-witted corsac fox, Po soon discovers that heroes can be found in the most unexpected places. Get ready for laughs, heartwarming moments, and epic kung fu battles in this action-packed adventure! The film releases on 15 March 2024 and can be watched at your nearest PVR INOX cinemas.
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.
