International
Tugg Library adds two Oscar nominated films
MUMBAI: Tugg, Inc., a collective action web-platform that enables individuals to choose the films that play in their local theatres, has added Academy Award nominees The Tree of Life and Bullhead to its film library.
The Tree of Life is one of the most critically acclaimed movies of 2011, having received 14 awards from critics groups across the country and appearing on over 100 Top 10 lists, the most of any film released last year.
Observed The Tree of Life producer Sarah Green, “We believe The Tree of Life is a film people will want to see in theaters for generations to come. We are thrilled to be providing this opportunity for audiences to see it again, or for the first time, on the big screen; and to share the experience with their community.”
A visceral crime drama that has received over 30 awards from film festivals across the world, Bullhead will expand theatrically in 20 new markets on 24 February.
The film will be available through Tugg in markets where it does not have a traditional current or upcoming theatrical release.
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.
