Entertainment
From Laksa To Tandoori Nachos: Inside CBC’s ‘Locals Welcome’ Premiere With Suresh Doss
I had the pleasure of attending the exclusive screening of CBC’s Locals Welcome, hosted by the ever-charismatic master food journalist Suresh Doss, on October 1 at Cineplex Odeon, Scarborough. Guests were welcomed with go
Exclusive: Director Seemab Gul On ‘Ghost School’ - A Pakistani Tale Of Childhood & Corruption
After making its world premiere at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), acclaimed British-Pakistani filmmaker Seemab Gul’s Ghost School is now set to captivate audiences at the International South Asian Film Festival (iSAFF). The film will make its British Columbia premiere on Sunday
Exclusive Chat With Director Onir On “We Are Faheem & Karun”: A Queer Kashmir Love Story
We Are Faheem & Karun, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Onir and backed by Deepa Mehta, is making waves on the international festival circuit and will be showcased at the prestigious
Inside 'American Warrior': Exclusive Chat With Vishy Ayyar & Omi Vaidya
Over the past year and continuing into this one, American Warrior has received tremendous love and appreciation at numerous international film festivals, including its Asia premiere at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, where audiences embraced its mix of raw action a
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AI In South Asian Films: Innovation Or Artistic Intrusion?
Cinema has always been more than just weekend escapism for me; it’s where art, identity, and emotion intersect. But lately, I’ve started watching films through a new prism. Not just as a storyteller or an admirer, but as someone increasingly fascinated by the s ...
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How Canadian Studio 'Cult Following Pictures' Is Changing Queer, Genre, & South Asian Storytelling
After receiving the 2025 Rockie Awards Emerging Talent Prize at the Banff World Media Festival, Marushka Jessica Almeida, Nisha Khan, and Rabiya Mansoor proudly announced the launch of their new venture: Cult Following Pictures ...
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Pride In Frame: 10 Queer South Asian Stories To Watch This June
June is Pride Month - For me, South Asian cinema is going through a profound, almost magical shift. What once felt like a distant dream is now unfolding before my eyes, a growing wave of films and storytellers daring to embrace diverse sexu ...
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13 South Asian Music Maestros Who Revolutionized The Music Scene Forever
#SouthAsianHeritageMonth As someone who grew up surrounded by the sounds of filmi songs echoing through the house, dhol beats at weddings, and the quiet hum of classical ragas during long drives, I’ve always felt that music is one of the most powerful ex ...
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Stress Awareness Month: This Is What I Watch When I Am Tired Of Adulting (And It Works Every Time)
#StressAwarenessMonth. Feeling overwhelmed? These soul-soothing Hindi films and OTT series are more than entertainment — they’re a gentle reminder that healing sometimes begins with a familiar story and a heartfelt scene. ...
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Sneaking Samosas In The Theatre To Watch 'A Nice Indian Boy' With Zarna Garg & Sunita Mani
In a world where romantic comedies constantly evolve, A Nice Indian Boy shines as a heartfelt and humorous celebration of identity, culture, and the unexpected journey of love. At the heart of this story is Naveen, played by ...
