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Universal in plans to celebrate centennial
MUMBAI: As part of a year-long celebration of the studio‘s centennial,Universal Studios is redesigning both its audio visual and print logos that will be unveiled early in 2012.
The 100th anniversary campaign will include restoration of some of the studio‘s classic movies, theme park activities and promotions, and engagement with fans through special events and social media initiatives.
Universal Studios president Ron Meyer announced the broad plans for the centennial celebration in a memo that he sent to the studio‘s employees Tuesday.
“This is a proud and exciting moment for our company, which celebrates the studio‘s rich history and cultural impact,” Meyer wrote.
“Throughout Universal‘s hundred years, we‘ve created films that have touched the hearts of millions, and fostered our culture‘s love affair with cinema. Some films have been more successful than others, but all of them have a place in our history.
The strength of Universal, as with any company, is the talent of its team. We‘re fortunate to have an incredible group of individuals as well as gifted filmmakers who are at the heart of this studio,” he added.
In 2012, Universal Studios will be honoring its past and celebrating the future.
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.
