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Two-day Polish film festival starts on 13 Dec
MUMBAI: The Embassy of Poland in association with film school Digital Academy has announced its two-day Polish film festival on 13 and 14 December at the Digital Academy premises in Andheri, Mumbai.
The festival will analyse the films of director Andrzej Wajda, who is regarded by the international critics as the quintessential Polish director with strong connection with the culture and history of Poland.
The festival will showcase four films – Promised Land (1975) and The Young Ladies of WILKO (1979) on 13 December and Man of Marble (1977) and Man of Iron (1981) on 14 December.
The films will start at 10:30 am on both days and will be preceded by a brief discussion on Polish culture and works of Wjada.
A company release requests patrons to call on phone number 2822-9944 and register their names with Digital Academy in advance, between 11 am and 5:30 pm.
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Sony PAL to air Sankat Mochan Hanuman from May 4 at 9 PM
Mythological series brings Lord Hanuman’s tale of devotion and courage back to TV
MUMBAI: Sony PAL is set to bring back the timeless mythological series Sankat Mochan Hanuman, with its premiere scheduled for May 4 at 9 PM. The show revisits the legendary journey of Lord Hanuman, offering viewers a chance to reconnect with one of Indian mythology’s most revered figures.
Centred on themes of devotion, courage and righteousness, the series traces Hanuman’s unwavering loyalty to Lord Ram and his fearless stand against evil. With its mix of dramatic storytelling and visually rich sequences, the show aims to deliver both entertainment and spiritual resonance, appealing to audiences across age groups.
The narrative unfolds as a larger-than-life saga, positioning Hanuman as the ultimate protector and a symbol of strength and selfless service. His journey, rooted in faith and duty, continues to strike a chord with viewers, making the series as relevant today as ever.
The cast features Gagan Malik as Lord Ram, Debalina Chatterjee as Sita, Nirbhay Wadhwa in the titular role, and Saurav Gurjar as Raavan. Their performances bring depth and authenticity to characters deeply embedded in Indian cultural memory.
With its return to television, the show is positioned as more than just a rerun. It taps into a renewed appetite for mythological storytelling, blending nostalgia with timeless values.
As audiences increasingly seek content that resonates beyond entertainment, ‘Sankat Mochan Hanuman’ offers a familiar yet powerful narrative, reminding viewers that stories of faith and courage never really go out of style.
