International
PVR INOX presents the Oscar Film Festival 2024
Mumbai: Gear up for the glitz, glamour, and excitement as PVR INOX is set to raise the curtains for its 2024 edition of Oscar Film Festival, featuring a dazzling lineup of highly acclaimed Oscar-nominated films. As anticipation builds for the prestigious 96th Academy Awards, movie-buffs across the nation will get a golden opportunity to experience the magic of cinema through this exclusive Oscar Film Festival, with showcasing in close to 100 cinemas in 33 cities of India.
Scheduled to run from 23 February till 21 March 2024, the festival promises a month-long celebration for movie connoisseurs to experience the best of Oscar-nominated films on the silver screen. The films that would be screened as part of the multi-city film festival include Oppenheimer with 13 Oscar nominations, Killers of the Flower Moon with 10 Oscar nominations, Anatomy of a Fall & The Holdovers with five Oscar nominations each, Napoleon with three Oscar nominations, Past Lives & The Creator with three Oscar nominations and The Teacher’s Lounge with one Oscar nomination. From riveting historical narratives to poignant introspective tales, and from chilling mysteries to epic grandeur, each of these films represents the best of filmmaking. With gripping dramas and heart-warming narratives, there’s something for every movie-buff to enjoy.
PVR INOX co-CEO Gautam Dutta said, “At PVR INOX, we strive to bring the best of world cinema to Indian audiences. With the Oscar Film Festival 2024, we aim to celebrate the artistry and excellence of cinema while providing our patrons with an unforgettable cinematic experience. We are delighted to have the movie enthusiasts to join us for this ultimate cinematic celebration and immerse themselves in the magic of the Oscars.”
Spanning close to 100 cinemas across 33 cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Baroda, Goa, Indore, Guwahati, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Trivandrum, and Coimbatore, the festival will offer audiences a truly immersive cinematic experience with top quality content. For more information, including show times and ticketing details, visit the apps or websites of PVR or INOX or the aggregator apps.
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.
