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Exclusive Chat: Ali Kazimi On ‘Narmada: A Valley Rises’ & Its Enduring Relevance

Acclaimed filmmaker Ali Kazimi, the director of the powerful documentary Narmada: A Valley Rises, brings his celebrated work back to the big screen at the 29th

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Rhythms Beyond Borders: South Asian Artists Shine In The 2026 Grammy Nominations

India’s musical brilliance shines brighter than ever as artists of South Asian origin make a powerful mark on the global stage. The Recording Academy has recognised an outstanding lineup of talent, including Anoushka Shankar, Shakti, Siddhant Bhatia, Charu Suri, and several other South Asian trailblazers, at the upcoming 68th Annual Grammy Awards.

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SatRang Theatre Brings India’s Acclaimed Play ‘Siachen’ To Canada Nov 15-16

SatRang Theatre presents Siachen, Aditya Rawal’s acclaimed Indian play about survival, sacrifice, and hope — making its Canadian debut Nov 15–16 in Brampton. When words like “conflict” and “border” dominate the headlines, it’s easy to forget the human stories buried beneath. But Siachen, a powerful theatrica

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ Desi Spin On ‘Last Christmas’ In Gurinder Chadha’s 'Christmas Karma'

Bollywood meets British holiday cheer as global superstar Priyanka Chopra Jonas unveils her desi-flavored reinvention of Wham!’s timeless George Michael classic “Last Christmas,” featured in acclaimed filmmaker Gurinder Chadha’s

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  • Canadian South Asians Win Big At The Oscar®-Qualifying Tasveer South Asian Film Festival

    At the landmark 20th edition of the Tasveer Film Festival and Market in Seattle, four filmmaking teams with Canadian South Asian roots took home top ...

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  • Reviving Judi Singh: Baljit Sangra’s Tribute To A Forgotten Jazz Icon

    As part of IFFSA Toronto’s fifth day of screenings, I had the opportunity to attend the premiere of Have You Heard ...

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  • 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 ...

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  • 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 ...

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  • 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 festiv ...

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  • 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 f ...

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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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  • Exclusive Interview: SkyMed's Praneet Akilla Is the Brown Romeo Canada Didn’t Know It Needed

    Praneet Akilla is a dynamic actor and producer whose work is redefining representation on stage and screen. He is best known as the series lead on ...

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  • South Asian Horror Makes A Comeback: Films & Shows To Watch!

    #myfavouritegenrehorror South Asian horror cinema has emerged as a powerful force, conjuring tales that fuse bone-chilling terror with th ...

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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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