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Ladakhi Filmmaker Explores Identity in Cannes-Screened ‘In Retreat’

The idea of the film emerged from an incident he “witnessed or heard” when he was around 12 years old. Someone had come back to his hometown (Ladakh) after a long time

June 4, 2024

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Anasuya Sengupta’s Cannes Triumph Sheds Light on Sex Workers’ Lives

The actress interacted with the media on Saturday and shared her experience of being at Cannes, and also spoke up for sex workers…reports Asian Lite News Actress Anasuya Sengupta, who bagged the

June 4, 2024

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Lucas Honoured with Honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes

Coppola continued by saying: “And with that began an association that has lasted a lifetime. And he went on and on, making film history, story history, business history, and now history in

May 27, 2024

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Assam’s ‘Kooki’ Shines at Cannes Film Festival

Producer Junmoni Devi Khaund and actress Ritisha Khaund attended the screening and engaged in discussions with the audience…reports Asian Lite News Before its official nationwide release on June 28, ‘Kooki’, a Hindi

May 23, 2024

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‘Vadakkan’ Earns Spot at Cannes Film Festival

With a world-class crew including Resul Pookutty, Kieko Nakahara, Bijibal, and Unni R, ‘Vadakkan’ promises to captivate viewers with its unique storytelling and visualisation…reports Asian Lite News Malayalam film ‘Vadakkan’ has earned

May 21, 2024

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A.R. Rahman Premieres Documentary Teaser at Cannes

The documentary is produced by A.R. Rahman, and it explores the journey of rhythm and sound, tracing the evolution of music across cultures, tribes, and generations…reports Asian Lite News The Oscar and

May 21, 2024

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India’s Rich Legacy at Cannes Film Festival

Then followed an extended drought, although Satyajit Ray’s ‘Parash Pathar’ (1958) and ‘Devi’ (1962), were nominated for the Palme d’Or, followed by M.S. Sathyu’s ‘Garam Hawa’ (1974), which had been shortlisted for

May 16, 2024

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Cannes 2024: Seven Indian Films to be Screened

‘In Retreat’, directed by Syed Maisam Ali Shah, tells the story of a man who returns to his hometown after many years. The film is set to be screened under the Association

May 16, 2024

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Kinnari Jain to Walk Cannes Red Carpet for ‘Manthan’ Screening

‘Manthan’ was India’s official submission for the Oscars in 1976, but it did not make it to the nominations…reports Asian Lite News Mumbai-based fashion influencer and wardrobe consultant Kinnari Jain will attend

May 15, 2024

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‘Joyguru’: A Tribute to Baul Tradition at Cannes

The film also marks an international collaboration with Indo-USA-UK-France co-production. It is currently in the final stages of scripting…reports Asian Lite News Bengali actor-director Soumyajit Majumdar is heading to the Cannes Film

May 15, 2024

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