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 […]
THERE IS MAGIC IN THE MOVIE, SAYS SUPERBOYS OF MALEGAON PRODUCER ZOYA AKHTAR
BY RENU MEHTA, TORONTO: Toronto audiences gave a standing ovation to Zoya Akhtar’s film Superboys of Malegaon presented as a Gala at Roy Thomson Hall to a full hall. Directed by Reema Kagti, the film is based on the true story of Nasir Sheikh and the film chronicles the life and work of the self-made […]
IN CONVERSATION WITH DIRECTOR REEMA KAGTI
BY MANSI M., TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL, TORONTO: Reema Kagti has a singular voice as an artist, screenwriter, and filmmaker. Her directorial debut, Honeymoon Travels Private Limited (2006), was an immediate critical and commercial success. Following that, she wrote and directed the neo-noir Talaash (2012), and the historic sports drama, Gold (2018), both of which […]
LIFE OF CHUCK WALKS AWAY WITH PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD AT TIFF
BY RENU MEHTA, TORONTO: Mike Flanagan’s film The Life of Chuck walked away with the People’s Choice Award presented at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The first runner up is Emilia Perez directed by Jacques Audiard and the second runner up is Anora directed y Sean Baker. The Life of Chuck narration is adapted […]
CATE BLANCHETT WEARS SPOONS TO TIFF
BY RENU MEHTA, TORONTO: Award winning actor Cate Blanchett was greeted with thunderous applause as she arrived at the Royal Alexandra theatre for her film Disclaimer on September 9. Wearing spoons on her black pants suit outfit at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), she certainly strangely stood out. Blanchett was accompanied with Five-time Academy […]
MARKHAM TALENT OPEN CASTING CALL SHOWCASE SET FOR SEPTEMBER 20
BY ROHAN RAI, TORONTO: The Markham Talent Open Casting Call in partnership with the Markham Arts Council (MAC) is thrilled to announce the 2024 Showcase and Awards Ceremony taking place at the prestigious Flato Markham theatre on September 20. This exciting event will feature leading talents from the preliminaries and semi-finals open casting call, presenting […]
SOUTH ASIAN FILMS AT TIFF 2024
BY RENU MEHTA TORONTO: The 49th edition of the Toronto International Film festival (TIFF) runs September 5-15 this year. Several South Asian films will be showcased at this prestigious festival including the World Gala premier of Superboys of Malegaon directed by Reema Kagti and produced by Zoya Akhtar. Masala – Sept. 6 at 7 […]
ANGELINA JOLIE TO BE HONOURED WITH THE TIFF TRIBUTE AWARD IN IMPACT MEDIA
BY ROHAN RAI, TORONTO: Angelina Jolie, the multi-hyphenate Academy Award–winning actor, Tony Award–winning producer, writer, director, and humanitarian with the TIFF Tribute Award in Impact Media is to be honoured at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Jolie will be honoured at the 2024 TIFF Tribute Awards on Sunday, September 8, at Fairmont Royal York Hotel and […]
VANCOUVER QUEER FILM FESTIVAL TO SHOWCASE 97 PROJECTS FROM 25 COUNTRIES THIS SEPTEMBER
BY ROHAN RAI, VANCOUVER, BC: The Vancouver Queer Film Festival (VQFF) has announced select highlights from their 36th annual festival lineup. From September 11-22, 2024, audiences can catch 97 films from 25 countries, with 28 features, 5 series debuts, 64 short films, 8 world premieres, 3 international premieres, 6 North American premieres, and 28 Canadian […]
