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Blackburn cinema named finalist in regional awards

Image by REEL Blackburn REEL Cinema Blackburn is celebrating after being nominated for the Lancashire Telegraph\’s Best Family Indoor Entertainment award. The independent eight-screen cinema opened in May 2021 in the former Waves building in Nab Lane in the town centre. Since then, the team has worked to create a welcoming and accessible experience for […]

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British Artist showcases work in Algeria and Qatar

Image by Asian Leader Shahida Ahmed (pictured above), a celebrated artist from Little Marsden, Pendle, Lancashire, is making waves on the international art scene with her recent exhibitions in Algeria and Qatar.  Known for her intricate and culturally rich works, Ahmed continues to represent the UK on a global stage, highlighting the power of art

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Cannon Mills Drive-In Cinema brings Bollywood to Bradford

Image by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images The first in a series of large-scale outdoor cinema spectaculars for Bradford 2025 takes place this April, as a Drive-In Cinema comes to Cannon Mills in Great Horton, overlooking the cityscape of Bradford’s historic textile mills. From 17 to 19 April, there will be three days of screenings

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Hrithik Roshan to direct sequel to Bollywood’s biggest superhero franchise

Image by Getty Images Hrithik Roshan is stepping into new territory by making his directorial debut with \’Krrish 4,\’ the next chapter in India\’s biggest superhero franchise.  Known for his powerful performances, the actor will now take on the dual role of leading man and director for the much-anticipated sequel. The film will be co-produced

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South Asian cinema takes centre stage at Vue on Eid weekend

Image by Tigerbond A selection of South Asian titles is being released this weekend (28 – 30 March), coinciding with Eid al-Fitr.  Starting things off is the Hindi action thriller Sikandar, from the accomplished director of Ghajini, A. R. Murugadoss. Join the titular character as he confronts a powerful network of corruption to fight for

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Image by Left to Right: Kartik Aaryan in Chandu Champion, Kriti Sanon in Do Patti and Kareena Kapoor Khan in Crew.

The best of Hindi cinema celebrated at the inaugural Filme Shilmy Awards 2025

Image credits: Nadiadwala Grandsons Entertainment, Netflix and BalajiMotion PicturesImage by Left to Right: Kartik Aaryan in Chandu Champion,Kriti Sanon in Do Patti and Kareena Kapoor Khan in Crew. The Filme Shilmy Awards 2025 have officially celebrated some of Hindi cinema’s most impactful performances, films and creative triumphs across theatrical and OTT platforms.  Unlike conventional industry

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UK Asian Film Festival announces this year’s theme and its opening & closing films

Image by Media House UK Asian Film Festival, the world\’s longest running South Asian film festival, has announced the Opening and Closing films and theme of its 27th edition.  Running at venues across London, Leicester and Coventry from Thursday the 1st to Sunday 11th the May, UK Asian Film Festival is presented by Tongues on Fire and is supported

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Contemporary music line-up for Brighton Festival 2025 to feature big names, strong female talent & exciting global artists

Image by ReelN PR Following the success of last year\’s sold-out event, Leeds Film Night returns for its 2nd edition on 27th of March 2025 at Hyde Park Picture House, bringing together independent filmmakers, industry professionals, and film enthusiasts for a night celebrating indie cinema spotlighting South Asian stories and work from the Leeds City Region. This year\’s edition is supported by the BFI,

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A bold, immersive one woman show is set to visit London

Image by Vanity Studios UK British Asian artist Shivali Bhammer is set to take centre stage in a bold and immersive one- woman show, a special live performance at the Union Theatre, London, on Sunday 18th May at 7 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM).  This electrifying evening will see Shivali weave together spoken word,

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Leeds Film Night returns for second year

Image by ReelN PR Following the success of last year\’s sold-out event, Leeds Film Night returns for its 2nd edition on 27th of March 2025 at Hyde Park Picture House, bringing together independent filmmakers, industry professionals, and film enthusiasts for a night celebrating indie cinema spotlighting South Asian stories and work from the Leeds City Region. This year\’s edition is supported by the BFI,

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