Latest Cannes News & Updates

Mumbai, May 12 (IANS) Actor-director Anshuman Jha’s “Lakadbaggha 2: The Monkey Business” is set for an exclusive market screening at the Marché du Film, Cannes, as it gears up for international distribution ahead of its official World Premiere later this year. Speaking on the film’s market debut, Anshuman said in a statement, “Lakadbaggha 1 was rooted in my love for dogs; Lakadbaggha 2: The Monkey Business widens that lens to all animals. Animals are going extinct because humanity is goin…

Mumbai, May 9 (IANS) Adding another feather to her cap, actress Kalyani Priyadarshan is gearing up to make her Cannes debut on the 14th of May this year. Spilling her excitement on stepping into the international platform, Kalyani shared, “Cannes has always been such an iconic celebration of cinema, so being there this year feels very special. I’m grateful for all the love ‘Lokah Chapter One: Chandra’ has received, and it definitely makes this moment even more memorable for me.”Kalyani furth…

Los Angeles, May 7 (IANS) Indian star Priyanka Chopra will be starring alongside Hollywood star Orlando Bloom in an upcoming survival thriller titled ‘Reset’ directed by Matt Smukler, who has previously helmed the coming-of-age comedy-drama Wildflower. The film will head into production in August , reports deadline.com.Reset follows a woman, who wakes up in the middle of the wilderness days from civilization with no memory of how she got there, finding that her only chance at survival is to …

Mumbai Jan 12 (IANS) Actor Taha Shah Badussha is on cloud nine as his movie Paro, entered the Oscar contention list for the 98th Academy Awards.Announcing the good news, the elated actor took to his social media account and expressed his sheer excitement and thrill.He wrote, “My heart is full. Feeling incredibly grateful as my film Paro: The Untold Story of Bride Slavery enters the Oscar Contention List for the 98th Academy Awards.”He added, “A heartfelt story about bridal slavery, the fil…

Bengaluru, Dec 23 (IANS) The 17th edition of the Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFES) will be held here from January 29 to February 6, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Tuesday after chairing a preparatory meeting for the event. Addressing a press conference, the Chief Minister said that senior actor, director and producer Prakash Raj has been appointed as the Brand Ambassador of the 17th International Film Festival.The inauguration ceremony of the festival will be held on …