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A Train Bloodbath With A 90% On Rotten Tomatoes - Why You Should Watch TIFF-Acclaimed Indian Action Flick 'Kill'
Director Nikhil Nagesh Bhat, and stars Lakshya and Raghav Juyal, sit down with ANOKHI LIFE to discuss the finer points of unleashing a bloody battle royale on a train in their off-the-rails action pic 'KILL'. This past September, the Toronto International Film Festival witnessed the debut of an Indian action flick like no other — a movie that literally and figuratively lived up to the oft-used boast “one wild ride” like few ever
The Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA) Celebrates Its 22nd Edition June 27-30 With An Incredible Lineup Of 21 Films
The Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA) is celebrating its 22nd edition on June 27-30 at Landmark Theaters on Sunset Blvd. The festival has an incredible lineup of 21 films, including many World and LA premieres, by some of the most exciting voices in South Asian cinema. IFFLA will open with Dear Jassi directed by Tarsem Singh and close with Maharaja directed by Nithilan Saminathan starring Vijay Sethupathi. The festi
Pride Month & Beyond: LGBTQIA+ Representation in South Asian Cinema
Pride Month serves as an annual celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community's significant contributions to history, society, and cultures worldwide. It typically takes place throughout June, tracing its origins to the pivotal Stonewall Riots of June 1969. This month-long celebrat
From Stoic Protectors to Emotional Anchors: A Father’s Day Tribute Through Hindi Cinema
Father's Day is an opportunity to celebrate and honour the special role that fathers play in our lives, and in the realm of cinema, they are often depicted in diverse and empowering ways. From Bollywood classics to contemporary hits, Hindi films beautifully capture the essence of fatherhood, portraying dads as not just providers but a
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Exploring South Asian Intergenerational Sacrifice With 'The Wrong Bashir', Now Playing In Toronto
THE WRONG BASHIR runs May 21 to June 9 in the Guloien Theatre; Tuesday to Saturday at 7:30pm and Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday at 1:30pm. Crow’s Theatre’s spectacular 40th anniversary season comes to a close with the Toronto premiere of Zahida Rahemtulla’s ...
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Over 50 Films From 9 Countries At The Eclectic South Asian Film Festival Montreal (May 24 - June 3)
Now in its 13th year and running from May 24-June 3, this is the only South Asian film festival in Quebec. Truly unique, it is the ultimate cinematic journey, offering almost 50 eye-opening, thought-provoking, humanity-filled films people would likely never have a chance to see elsewhere. Film enthu ...
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Revealing Truths: South Asian Cinema's Contribution to Earth Day Awareness
Earth Day calls upon us to address the root causes of water scarcity, including over-extraction, pollution, inefficient use, and climate change impacts. Through advocacy, education, and action, we can work towards ensuring equitable access to clean and safe water for all while safeguarding preci ...
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Review: Monkey Man - Dev Patel Sets the Screen Ablaze with Electrifying Action
When we reminisce about our childhood, we often recall various aspects such as our youth's antics, our parents' guidance, and how they instilled religious teachings and practices in us. Beyond these, there are additional memories that resonate with us. Not everyone experiences a blissful childho ...
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Exclusive Q&A With Diljit Dosanjh on the Dil-Luminati Tour and the Exciting Simplii Collaboration!
Iconic Indian pop sensation, actor, and heartthrob, Diljit Dosanjh is poised to make history again in 2024 with his anticipated North American Dil-Luminati Tour. Diljit Dosan ...
