BY RENU MEHTA, TORONTO: Released in 1975, Ramesh Sippy’s Sholay featured a stellar cast including Dharmendra, Amitabh Bachchan, Hema Malini, Jaya Bhaduri, Sanjeev Kumar and Amjad Khan as the dreaded Gabbar. The film ran continuously in Indian theatres for five years — a testament to its immense popularity. Audiences embraced it wholeheartedly, memorizing and repeating […]
In Search of the Sky – A film of Emotions, Endurance and Liberation
Pooja Vishal Sharma, Producer and Writer; Jitank Singh Gurjar, Director; and Shelly Sharma, Cinematographer BY RENU MEHTA, TORONTO: In Search of The Sky, a film by Jitank Singh Gurjar, was presented at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) that tells the story of an elderly couple living in abject poverty in rural India. They work […]
TIFF announces its final seven Tribute Award honourees
Image Credit: Courtesy of Creative Artists Agency (CAA) BY MANSI M, TORONTO: The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has announced the award winners for the seventh annual TIFF Tribute awards. Cameron Bailey, CEO of TIFF, shared the final list of honourees for the fundraising gala that celebrates outstanding contributions to cinema. Award-winning actor, producer, […]
SOUTH ASIAN FILMS AT TIFF 2025
BY RENU MEHTA, TORONTO: The Toronto International Film festival (TIFF) takes place this year from September 4-14, 2025. TIFF 2025 is bringing a vibrant lineup of South Asian and South Asian–related films that span genres, countries, and communities. Here are some standout titles to look out for: These films reflect a wide spectrum of South […]
A.R. RAHMAN MESMERIZES TORONTO WITH HIS MAGICAL MUSIC
BY RENU MEHTA, TORONTO: It was a night of musical magic at Scotiabank Arena as Oscar and Grammy-winning composer A.R. Rahman brought his immersive concert experience, The Wonderment Tour, to a sold-out crowd. The arena pulsed with energy, filled with nostalgic melodies and soulful beats that transported fans through decades of cinematic brilliance. From the […]
DESI TAKE ON JANE AUSTEN WRECKED MY LIFE
Photo Credit: Sony Pictures Classics BY SWATI SHARAN, TORONTO: Starring Camille Rutherford as the film lead in the role of Agathe, the film rings more like a tribute than an interpretation of any of Jane Austen’s books. Agathe (Rutherford) works at the bookstore Shakespeare & Co. in France. She lives with her sister and nephew […]
MICHAEL JACKSON ONE BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL
BY RENU MEHTA, LAS VEGAS: If you’re even a casual fan of Michael Jackson—or just someone who loves an unforgettable live experience—Michael Jackson ONE at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas is something special. From the first beat to the final bow, it’s a vibrant, emotional, and visually stunning tribute to the King of Pop. What […]
MARKHAM TALENT SHOWCASE AND AWARDS CEREMONY ANNOUNCES WINNERS IN DANCE, MUSIC, ACTING AND MODELLING
It was a confluence of all creative genres at the Flato theatre in Markham be it music, dance, acting or modelling as artists were celebrated from varying disciplines. Held on September 20, the 2024 Markham Talent Open Casting Call showcased the diverse talents of Ontario residents to a sold out audience. The Markham Talent Open […]
Dullsville and the Doodleverse, an Animation experience at TIFF
BY RENU MEHTA, TORONTO: Doodles, a character-driven universe and next-generation entertainment company, together with Pharrell Williams, officially premiered ‘Dullsville and The Doodleverse,’ a groundbreaking animation and music experience, at an event that took place during the Toronto International Film Festival at Toronto’s Design Exchange in the historic Toronto Stock Exchange building. Coi Leray, who created music […]
1951 Awara was biggest grossing film of all time, says Shekhar Kapoor at TIFF
BY MANSI M., TORONTO: Mumbai cinema veteran Shekhar Kapur who has directed films like Masoom, Bandit Queen, Elizabeth and Four Feathers amongst others was at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) to present Awara, a film from the 50s. It was the world premiere of the newly restored film Awara that commemorates the 100th anniversary […]
