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 […]
IN CONVERSATION WITH PRODUCER ZOYA AKHTAR
BY RENU MEHTA, TORONTO: Zoya Akhtar’s directorial journey began with Luck By Chance (2009), followed by Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011), Dil Dhadakne Do (2015), and the internationally acclaimed Gully Boy (2019), which have since acquired cult status, and won numerous global awards and accolades. Since 2019, through Tiger Baby, Zoya has turned producer with […]
MARKHAM TALENT ANNOUNCES PERFORMING ARTISTS SEMI-FINAL WINNERS
BY ROHAN RAI, MARKHAM: The 2nd season of the Markham Talent Open Casting Call, presented by Green City Communities, showcased their semi-finals in the city of Markham where a diverse array of performing artists competed for the finals. Two full days with over 150 performing artists, including actors, models, singers, dancers, and freestylers, recognized exceptional […]
TORONTO, FROM A LOCAL PERSPECTIVE
BY MANSI M., TORONTO: Toronto pulsates with energy, boasting diverse neighborhoods, each with its own distinctive charm. Exploring these neighborhoods is a must, offering a glimpse into the rich tapestry of the city. Thanks to Toronto’s multiculturalism, food festivals reign supreme, drawing crowds to events like Taste of Danforth, Momo Fest, Taste of Little Italy, […]
MARKHAM TALENT 2024 INVITES ONTARIO’S PERFORMING ARTISTS TO SHOWCASE THEIR TALENT
BY ROHAN RAI, MARKHAM: After the huge success of the 2023 inauguralMarkham Talent (www.markhamtalent.ca), the Open Casting Call is back again this year, in partnership with the Markham Arts Council (www.markhamartscouncil.com). All performing artists including singers, songwriters, musicians, dancers, actors, models and other entertainers are invited to submit their talent to compete in the 2024 […]
DEAR JASSI, A TRUE AND SHOCKING LOVE STORY
BY RENU MEHTA, TORONTO: Dear Jassi is a true Romeo Juliet story of a young couple who fall in love with each other in a small village setting in Punjab and then are separated by family with horrible consequences. The story begins with Sikh singer Kanwar Grewal who tells the audience that they are about […]
THE WORLD IS FAMILY – A PERSONAL AND POLITICAL JOURNEY
BY RENU MEHTA, TORONTO: The World is Family at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is Anand Patwardhan’s most personal film where he chronicles his parents’ lives as he goes down memory lane to discover their journey interspersed with his politically connected family. The film is about family values, humanity, love as well as political influence. […]
BOLLYWOOD AND PUNJABI MUSIC FANS THRONG DOWNTOWN BRAMPTON TO ATTEND BRAMPTON’S MOST LOVED SOUTH ASIAN DANCE AND MUSIC FESTIVAL By Mansi M, Brampton: Downtown Brampton came alive to the sights and sounds of South Asian culture with award-winning Vibrant Brampton festival on July 21 and 22. Held at Garden Square in Brampton, the fun filled […]
Volunteer Organization arranges a day out to mix and mingle
BY RENU MEHTA, MARKHAM: The Canadian Intercultural Association of Community Development (CIACD) organized a day of fun and games for seniors on Yoga day. More than 150 men and women converged at the Milliken District Park to celebrate on June 21. The event entitled Picnic in the Park began at 11 am where outdoor festivities […]
2023 MARKHAM TALENT OPEN CASTING CALL NOW ACCEPTING AUDITIONS FROM ONTARIO CITIES
The 2023 Markham Talent Open Casting Call deadline for submissions is May 1 at 5 PM EST.
