BY RENU MEHTA, TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL: Hansal Mehta series Gandhi was showcased at the Toronto International Film festival (TIFF) on September 5. Gandhi, planned as an 8-episode series of three seasons, was presented at TIFF with the first two episodes from the first season shown to audiences. The series tells the story of Mohandas […]
Lillith Fair: Building a Mystery receives a standing ovation from the audience
Pic courtesy TIFF BY MANSI M., TORONTO: Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery, directed by Ally Pankiw, is a powerful and uplifting documentary that chronicles the rise of one of the most groundbreaking music festivals in history, an unapologetically all-women lineup that defied industry norms and reshaped the cultural landscape. At a time when commercial radio […]
THE COST OF HEAVAN EXPLORES GREED, AMBITION AND DESPERATION
Picture courtesy TIFF BY MANSI M., TORONTO: Mathieu Denis’ The Cost of Heaven is a gripping exploration of identity, ambition, and the quiet desperation that simmers beneath the surface of an ordinary life. At the heart of the film is Nacer Belkacem (played by Samir Guesmi), a seemingly average man with a modest job, a […]
HOMEBOUND AWARDED SECOND RUNNER UP FOR THE INTERNATIONAL PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD AT TIFF
Picture – courtesy TIFF BY ROHAN RAI, TORONTO: Homebound, the latest feature from acclaimed director Neeraj Ghaywan, made a powerful impression at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The film, starring Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa along with Janhvi Kapoor, earned the distinction of Second Runner-Up for the prestigious International People’s Choice Award presented […]
HOMEBOUND NARRATES A STORY OF DISCRIMINATION AND DESPAIR
BY RENU MEHTA, TORONTO: The red carpet gala screening of Homebound won over audiences at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), where it premiered at Roy Thomson Hall. Homebound, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and executive produced by Martin Scorsese, offers a powerful look at the collision between youthful ambition and stark social realities. Set in […]
TIFF ANNOUNCES THE 2025 FILM AWARDS
BY ROHAN RAI, TORONTO: The Toronto International Film festival (TIFF) that took place from September 4-14 this year announced the award winning films in an awards ceremony held in Toronto. TIFF announced 12 awards, including the Platform Award, TIFF’s only juried competition, and the coveted People’s Choice Awards presented by Rogers. This year’s awards include two […]
We wanted to tell his personal story, says actor Pratik Gandhi who played the role of Mahatma Gandhi in Web Series
Picture by Renu Mehta BY RENU MEHTA, TORONTO: Creators Hansal Mehta and Sameer Nair saw a powerful story in the life of civil rights leader Mohandas Gandhi and decided to turn it into a major TV series. The first two episodes of Gandhi directed by Hansal Mehta were showcased at the Toronto International Film Festival […]
SHOLAY, IN ALL ITS GLORY, CELEBRATES 50 YEARS AT TIFF
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 […]
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 […]
